The 4 days Uganda Primate tour is an exciting Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking package leading you to the World’s most endowed gorilla destination and the Primate Capital of the World for up-close encounters with mankind’s closest relatives.
Kibale Forest National Park, found in the western side of Uganda is the most endowed National Park in Africa, in as far as Chimpanzee population is concerned while Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in South-western Uganda boasts of the highest population of Mountain gorillas and this 4 days Uganda Primate tour takes you through these two endowed African destinations.
The 4 days Uganda Primate tour starts with a 5 hours’ drive to Kibale Forest National Park for Chimpanzee trekking and a chance to see other primate species, then drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will see the tree-climbing lions then finally to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for the endangered Mountain gorillas.
What to expect during the 4 days Uganda Primate tour
• Chimpanzee trekking.
• Gorilla trekking.
• A chance to see several primate species.
• Spell-binding bird species to be encountered.
• Opportunity to see the tree climbing lions.
• Beautiful sceneries en-route to the National Parks.
• Canoeing in Lake Bunyonyi.
• Comfortable and customized 4WD Vehicle.
Itinerary highlights of the 4 days Uganda Primate tour
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park.
Day 2: Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking and drive to Lake Bunyonyi.
Day 4: Canoeing and drive to Kampala.
Detailed itinerary of the 4 days Uganda Primate tour
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park.
Get picked up from your place of residence in Kampala or from Entebbe International Airport and start the 5 hours journey to Kibale Forest National Park. Use the Kampala-Mityana-Mubende-Fort Portal to the Park with at least two stopovers one being in Mubende to see the mysterious Nakayima Ancestral tree and in Fort Portal Town for lunch. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the vast Toro tea plantations, Rwenzori Mountain ranges and beauty of nature on your way to the Park and arrive in the evening for check-in at your place of stay.
Accommodation options:
• Budget: Rwenzori View Guesthouse
• Midrange: Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse or Chimps Nest.
• Luxury: Crater Safari Lodge or Primates Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Chimpanzee trekking usually starts early and your day begins with a hot cup of coffee/tea then converge at Kanyanchu visitor Center for a briefing on the dos and don’ts of the activity you are about to undertake. Move to the trailhead and after less than 3 hours you will be ushered to the habituated Chimpanzee community where you will spend only one hour. It’s the best one hour of your life because you will get to learn about the interesting facts about mankind’s closest relatives. Let cameras start rolling and after your time with them, move back to the Lodge for an early lunch.
Head to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will see the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha sector in addition to the buffaloes, antelopes and elephants among others. Arrive the northern sector of Bwindi-Buhoma in the evening and check-in for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation options
• Budget: Buhoma Community Rest Camp or Bwindi View Bandas.
• Midrange: Silverback Lodge, Lake Kitandara Bwindi Camp or Engagi Lodge
• Luxury: Buhoma Lodge or Mahogany Springs Camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking and drive to Lake Bunyonyi.
This day will go into your diary as the best day of your life as you get the rare opportunity of tracking the mountain gorillas in their natural habitats and not reading or watching about them. Wake up early for breakfast and get your trekking gear ready so that you converge at the Buhoma Park Headquarters at 7:00am. The trek starts at 8:00am and after 30 minutes to 3 hours, you will meet the gorilla family to spend one hour with them.
Head back to the Park Headquarters for your Gorilla trekking certificate and back to the Lodge for lunch. Start your journey to Lake Bunyonyi where you will spend a night.
Accommodation options
• Budget: Bunyonyi Overland Resort or Bushara Island Camp.
• Midrange: Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort, Bunyonyi Safari Resort or Arcadia Cottages.
• Luxury: Birdnest @Lake Bunyonyi Resort
Day 4: Canoeing and drive to Kampala.
The sounds of the singing birds of Lake Bunyonyi and the cool air blowing through the Lodge will wake you up. Have breakfast and head for a canoe ride before checking out of the Lodge for a long journey to Kampala. Drive through Lake Mburo National Park for a chance to see the zebras, giraffes and impalas that you won’t meet in the previously visited Parks. Have a lunch breakfast in Igongo Cultural center then a stopover at Uganda Equator before continuing to Kampala. Arrive in the evening and be driven to your place of residence or dropped at Entebbe International Airport.
End of 4 days Uganda Primate tour
The 4 days Uganda Primate tour package includes;
• Park entrance fees.
• Gorilla permits.
• Chimpanzee permits.
• Full-time English speaking guide.
• Customized 4WD Vehicle.
• Relevant Government taxes.
• Canoe ride.
• Accommodation for 3 nights (one in Kibale, another in Bwindi and also near Lake Bunyonyi).
The 4 days Uganda Primate tour package excludes;
• Optional activities not included on the itinerary.
• Personal expenses.
• Airfares.
• Ugandan visa.
Primate tracking guidelines
• Do not exceed the one hour limit with them.
• Maintain a reasonable distance when viewing them.
• Avoid tracking primates when sick with flue, cough or any other communicable diseases.
• Keep voices low while tracking or when in the presence of these two primate species.
• Making noise when tracking primates is prohibited.
• Trekkers have to be 15 years and above.
• Wash hands before tracking primates.
• Littering the Park with rubbish is not allowed.
What to carry/wear for the 4 days Uganda Primate tour
• Waterproof backpack.
• Non-flash camera.
• Long-sleeved shirts of neutral colors.
• Sunglasses.
• Wide-brimmed hat.
• A rain jacket/or poncho.
• Gardening gloves
• A backpack for carrying the things you will need during trekking.
• Energy giving snacks.
• Water bottle.
• Pair of binoculars.
• A flash torch.
• Safari pants.
• A thick sweater to keep you warm during chilly mornings and evenings.
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