MAGNIFICENT MONKEYS & PRIMATES SAFARI
Being close to a gorilla family in the wild is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Only 3 African countries offer access to the Eastern Gorillas and Golden Monkeys and Uganda is the preferred location for those treks. Uganda is home to multiple Old World Monkey species and offers the unique opportunity of seeing chimpanzee families in the forest.
QUICK FACTS
Arrive in Entebbe
Day 1:
After arriving in Entebbe, we will pick you up at the airport and transport you to a lodge or hotel in Entebbe or Kampala. You can also add an additional rest day if you would like to have more time to adjust to the time change.
Kibale National Park
Day 2:
You will have breakfast at your hotel or lodge and then we will drive you to Kibale National Park in Bigodi. The drive is about 5-6 hours. We will stop for lunch in Ft. Portal. Once we arrive in the Bigodi area, we will take you on a swamp walk where you will be able to see old world monkeys. Then, we will take you on a community walking tour where you can interact with locals and learn about the modern Tooro tribe culture. Then, we will transport you to your lodge adjacent to Kibale National Park and you can rest and have dinner.
Kibale National Park
Day 3:
You will have an early breakfast at your lodge and then we will head to Kibale National Park for Chimpanzee Trekking. After the trek, we will return you to the lodge for lunch and a rest. Then, we will drive you to the Crater Lakes for an afternoon of breathtaking views and exploration. Then, we will return you to the lodge for dinner and another overnight stay at the lodge adjacent to Kibale National Park.
Bwindi Area
Day 4:
After enjoying Breakfast at your lodge in Kibale, we will drive to the Bwindi area which is a 5-6 hour driving journey through picturesque hillsides and mountains. Once we arrive at the Bwindi lodge, you can rest and have lunch. Then, we will drive you to the town center for a community walking tour in which you will have an opportunity to meet the Batwa tribe and learn more about conservation efforts around the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. After the walk, we will drive you to the lodge for dinner and an evening of rest and relaxation at your Bwindi lodge.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Day 5:
After enjoying Breakfast at your lodge in Bwindi, we will drive you to the entrance area of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest where you will engage in a briefing about Gorilla Trekking and then begin the gorilla trek with small groups and specialized guides. After the trek, we will drive you back to the lodge to enjoy lunch and checkout. Then, we will drive you to Mgahinga National Park which will take about 4-5 hours. Once we arrive at the lodge in Mgahinga, you will be able to rest and enjoy dinner.
Mgahinga National Park
Day 6:
After enjoying Breakfast at your lodge in Mgahinga, we will take you into Mgahinga National Park for Golden Monkey Trekking. Once we finish the trek, we will return to the Mgahinga lodge to rest and dine.
Return to Entebbe
Day 7:
After enjoying Breakfast at your lodge in Mgahinga, we will depart to the Entebbe/Kampala area which is about an 8 hour drive. We will stop in Lake Mburo for lunch. We can transport you directly to the airport or to a lodge or hotel in Entebbe. You can also add an additional rest day if you would like to have more time to prepare for the long flight or further explore the entebbe area. If you choose to stay long in Entebbe, we can customize the add-on to include spa services, more exploration, and airport transportation.
