This 4 Days Gorillas and Chimpanzee trekking is one of the best trips on the go! This 4 Days Gorillas and Chimpanzee trekking Safari offers you the opportunity to see both the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees on the same safari.
Day 1: Arrival and Pick up from the Airport – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
As you begin your 4 Days Gorillas and Chimpanzee trekking, depart from Kampala to Bwindi found in South Western Uganda a home to the rare mountain Gorillas. Along the way you will have spectacular views from the landscape which starts from the flat lands to the rolling steep hills, its really a breathtaking journey.
Have lunch en-route in Mbarara and later proceed to Bwindi arriving in the late afternoon. Check in at your preferred lodge, whatever lodge you choose will give you the feel and view of the park together with the amazing sounds of water flowing and birds in the thick forest. Enjoy your dinner and overnight.
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Mid-Range: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Budget: Bakiga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Trip – Afternoon Relaxation
On this day, be early to raise and have your breakfast early enough and pack your lunch, after which you will be taken to the park headquarters by your driver guide. You will have a briefing from the Park rangers at 8:00am concerning the rules in the park, what to do and not to do when you meet up with the gorillas. Tracking Gorillas takes between 2 and 8 hours.
Thereafter, you will start off with tracking ensure you carried enough drinking water, strong shoes, a jacket and a walking stick. When you meet up the gorillas its your dream come true as it will be a great time watching the playful juveniles, the silverbacks and also other gentle giants feed the young ones.
Take as much photos as you want with your camera flash off. Later head back to your lodge and rest. In the evening you could choose to still stay and relax at the lodge or take an evening walk through the Batwa community, this will give you chance to interact with these people, learn how they live and also watch them perform their traditional dances and songs. Return back t the lodge, have dinner and Overnight.
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Mid-Range: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Budget: Bakiga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Start your day 3 of the 4 Days Gorillas and Chimpanzee trekking safari holiday with a tasty breakfast. And then check-out from the lodge and start off your journey to Kibale National Park. A lot will be enjoyed on this thrilling journey including the scenery in Kabale.
You will have a stop to take photo if there is need as you continue to Kibale arriving late evening. Proceed and check in at the lodge, have dinner before you sleep you could opt for an evening forest walk where you will be able to see some bush babies (this is based on the accommodation facility you are using). Thereafter return to the lodge and rest since you will be having an unforgettable experience the following day.
Location: Kibale Forest National Park
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge
Mid-Range: Turaco Treetops
Budget: Chimpanzee Forest Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer back to Entebbe International Airport
After breakfast, our guide will drive you to Kanyanchu Tourist Information Center. Get briefed about chimpanzee tracking in the forest. Go for the morning chimpanzee trekking session in the forest. By midday, you will be done with the hike. Then, start the journey back to Entebbe International Airport for your evening flight.
Location: Entebbe
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch