7-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Golden Monkeys in Rwanda

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7-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Golden Monkeys in Rwanda

The Experience

This 7-day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Golden Monkeys in Rwanda combines East Africa's most sought-after primate experiences with classic wildlife viewing. The journey takes you to Kibale Forest National Park for chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for game viewing and a boat safari, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking, the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda for golden monkey trekking. The safari also includes cultural encounters, scenic countryside drives, and a Kigali city tour, offering an excellent blend of wildlife, nature, and local heritage
Duration7Days/6Nights
Price00
DestinationsUganda
Ideal ForCouples, Wildlife Fans

Overview

This 7-day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Golden Monkeys in Rwanda combines East Africa's most sought-after primate experiences with classic wildlife viewing. The journey takes you to Kibale Forest National Park for chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for game viewing and a boat safari, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking, the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda for golden monkey trekking. The safari also includes cultural encounters, scenic countryside drives, and a Kigali city tour, offering an excellent blend of wildlife, nature, and local heritage

The Journey

Day by Day

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
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Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your safari guide for a briefing about your adventure. You will then begin the journey to Kibale Forest National Park, often referred to as the primate capital of East Africa due to its remarkable diversity of primates. The drive offers views of rural Uganda, tea plantations, traditional homesteads, and rolling hills. You will stop for lunch en route before continuing to Kibale. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax while enjoying the beautiful forest surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
AccommodationLodge Near Kibale
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking, Bigodi Wetland Walk and Cultural Experience
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Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking, Bigodi Wetland Walk and Cultural Experience

After an early breakfast, proceed to Kibale Forest headquarters for a briefing before starting your chimpanzee trekking adventure. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, you will search for habituated chimpanzees while learning about the forest ecosystem. Once located, you will spend one hour observing these fascinating primates as they feed, groom, and interact. After lunch, visit the nearby Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided nature walk. The wetland is home to numerous bird species, monkeys, and beautiful vegetation. Later, enjoy a cultural experience with the local community, where you will learn about traditional lifestyles, music, dance, and crafts. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
AccommodationLodge Near Kibale
Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
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Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

After breakfast, depart Kibale Forest and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The route passes through scenic crater lakes and the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before heading for an afternoon boat safari along the famous Kazinga Channel. The boat cruise offers one of the best wildlife viewing experiences in Uganda. Large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and various antelope species are commonly seen along the shores. The channel is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts. After the cruise, proceed to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.
Accommodationlodge in Qeen elizabeth park
Day 4: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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Day 4: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Start the day with an early morning game drive across the Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. The area is known for its healthy populations of Uganda kob, buffaloes, elephants, warthogs, and predators such as lions and leopards. The early hours provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. After the game drive, enjoy breakfast and begin the scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Continue through the stunning highlands of southwestern Uganda and arrive at Bwindi in the evening. Check into your lodge, relax, and prepare for the next day's gorilla trekking experience.
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
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Day 5: Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. You will then enter Bwindi's rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek may take a few hours depending on the movement of the gorillas, but the reward is unforgettable. Upon finding the gorillas, you will spend one hour observing their behavior, social interactions, and daily activities. After the trek, receive your gorilla trekking certificate and proceed to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa's most beautiful lakes. Relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery of terraced hills and numerous islands. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodationlodge at Lake Bunyonyi
Day 6: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
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Day 6: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Enjoy breakfast overlooking Lake Bunyonyi before departing for Rwanda. Cross the Katuna or Cyanika border and continue through Rwanda's picturesque countryside, often referred to as the Land of a Thousand Hills. Arrive at Volcanoes National Park in time for lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing at the lodge while enjoying views of the Virunga Volcanoes. You may also choose to visit nearby communities for cultural interactions or simply unwind before the following day's golden monkey trekking adventure.
Accommodationlodge near volcanoes
Day 7: Golden Monkey Trekking, Kigali City Tour and Departure
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Day 7: Golden Monkey Trekking, Kigali City Tour and Departure

After breakfast, proceed to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing before starting your golden monkey trekking experience. Situated within the bamboo forests of the Virunga Mountains, golden monkeys are active, playful, and known for their striking golden-orange fur. Spend quality time observing these rare primates in their natural habitat. After the trek, transfer to Kigali for a city tour. Depending on flight schedules, visit key attractions including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets, craft centers, and other cultural sites. Later, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda and Rwanda primate safari.

What's Included

Airport pick-up and drop-off

Gorilla trekking permit in Uganda

Chimpanzee trekking permit in Kibale Forest

Golden monkey trekking permit in Rwanda

All park entrance fees

Kazinga Channel boat safari

Kigali city tour

Professional English-speaking driver-guide

4x4 safari vehicle with fuel

Accommodation and meals as per itinerary

Bottled drinking water during the safari

Not Included

International flights

Rwanda visa fees where applicable

Travel insurance

Personal expenses

Tips and gratuities

Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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