HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
- Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
- Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale & Bigodi Swamp Walk
- Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Evening Game Drive
- Day 5: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
- Day 6: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 7: Game Drive, Boat Safari & Departure
Overview
This 7-day safari combines the thrill of chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park with classic game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls National Park. Expect close encounters with primates, elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and more, along with spectacular boat cruises and savannah scenery.
Tour Plan
You’ll be welcomed at Entebbe International Airport by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel for briefing and rest.
Drive through scenic landscapes of tea plantations and rolling hills to reach Kibale Forest, the primate capital of the world. Evening at leisure.
After breakfast, head into the rainforest for chimpanzee trekking. Spend time observing these lively primates in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, enjoy a Bigodi swamp walk, where you’ll encounter birdlife and local community experiences.
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most popular safari destination. In the evening, take a game drive across the Kasenyi plains, spotting elephants, antelopes, and possibly lions.
Early morning game drive to spot predators and large mammals. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, famous for its huge hippo populations, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.
Head north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected area. Evening at leisure near the Nile River.
Start with a morning game drive in the northern plains to spot giraffes, lions, buffalo, and elephants. Later, take a boat cruise to the base of the Murchison Falls — the world’s most powerful waterfall. You may also hike to the top for breathtaking views before returning to Entebbe for your flight.
This 7-day Chimpanzee & Wildlife Tour offers the perfect balance of primate encounters and savannah safaris. From trekking chimpanzees in Kibale Forest to spotting lions and elephants in Queen Elizabeth, and witnessing the thunderous power of Murchison Falls, this journey is ideal for travelers who want a short yet diverse safari in Uganda.
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Included
- Accommodation in well-appointed lodges.
- All meals, starting with dinner on Day 1 and ending with breakfast on Day 8.
- Ground transportation in a comfortable safari vehicle.
- Experienced local guide.
- Park entrance fees and gorilla trekking permits.
- Game drives, boat safaris, and other activities as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled water throughout the safari.
Excluded
- International airfare.
- Visa fees (if applicable).
- Personal expenses, such as souvenirs and tips.
- Travel insurance.
- Alcoholic beverages.
