Do I need permits for gorilla and chimpanzee trekking?

Yes.Gorilla and chimp permits are mandatory and usually included in the tour package. Gorilla permits cost USD 700 (foreign non-residents), and chimp permits cost around USD 200.

How physically demanding is gorilla or chimp trekking?

Trekking can be moderately strenuous, involving hikes through uneven and forested terrain. A basic level of fitness is recommended, and porters are available to assist.

Yes. Uganda is safe for tourism, and all treks and park visits are guided by professional rangers. Follow all safety instructions and travel with a licensed operator.

What should I pack for this trip?

Essentials include: Sturdy hiking boots Long sleeves/pants (for forest treks) Rain jacket Insect repellent Reusable water bottle Binoculars and camera

How long do I spend with the gorillas or chimpanzees?

You will spend up to 1 hour with a habituated gorilla or chimpanzee group after locating them.

6 Day Uganda Gorilla Encounter

Guiding method
Tour Guide
Permits
Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking permits
Accomodation
Lodges and Camps
Transportation
automobile, Flights
Destinations
Uganda
Activities
Boat Ridding, City Tour, Hiking, Jungle Safaris, Trekking
Trip Type
luxury Safaris, Mid Range, Special Safaris
Difficulty
Medium

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Overview

This 6-day Uganda safari combines unforgettable wildlife experiences, including gorilla trekking in Bwindi, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, and classic game drives and boat safaris in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks. Perfect for nature lovers seeking close encounters with Africa’s iconic primates and big game.

Highlights

🦍 Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
🐒 Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
🐘 Game Drives in Murchison Falls & Queen Elizabeth National Parks
🚤 Boat Safaris on the Nile and Kazinga Channel
🌊 Murchison Falls Visit
🦜 Bird Watching
🌿 Scenic Landscapes

Day 01 :

Arrival & Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Pickup from Entebbe/Kampala.

Optional stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking.

Drive to Murchison Falls National Park.

Visit the Top of Murchison Falls for stunning views.

Overnight at a lodge in or near the park.

Day 02 :

Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari

Morning game drive: spot elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and more.

Afternoon boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls.

Optional hike to the top of the falls.

Overnight at the same lodge.

Day 03 :

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Drive south through scenic landscapes and rural towns.

Arrive in Kibale, home to 13 primate species.

Relax at the lodge in preparation for chimpanzee trekking.

Day 04 :

Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Morning chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest.

Optional Bigodi Swamp Walk for birding and primates.

Afternoon transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Possible evening game drive en route to the lodge.

Day 05 :

Game Drive & Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel

Morning game drive in Kasenyi plains: lions, elephants, warthogs, and more.

Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel: see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.

Overnight at a lodge inside or near Queen Elizabeth NP.

Day 06 :

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest & Gorilla Trekking

Early transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Briefing and once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience in the forest.

Spend up to 1 hour with a habituated gorilla family.

Return for lunch and drive back to Kampala or overnight nearby (based on timing).

6 Day Uganda Gorilla Encounter

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