8 Days Uganda Gorilla trekking, Chimpanzee tracking and Wildlife-game Safari
8 days Gorilla trekking, Chimpanzee tracking, wildlife & White water rafting leads you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for Mountain Gorilla trekking, Kibale National Park for Chimpanzee tracking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for a wildlife expedition, and concludes in Jinja for exhilarating White Water Rafting. This 8-day Uganda Primates & Wildlife Safari offers gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, chimpanzee tracking in Kabale forest National park, wildlife-big game in Queen Elizabeth National Park, plus white-water rafting on the Nile River in Jinja.
Itinerary Overview of the 8 Days Uganda gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking & Camping gear
Day 1: Arrival in Uganda and Transfer to Kibale National Park
Day 2: Chimpanzee tracking in the forest followed by transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 3: Morning game drive and evening boat safari on Kazinga Channel
Day 4: Morning game drive in Ishasha(Tree Climbing lions) and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 6: Journey to Jinja for white-water rafting.
Day 7: Full day of white-water rafting on the Nile.
Day 8: Return to Entebbe for your flight or other activities.
8 days Uganda Gorilla Trek, Chimpanzees & Wildlife Safari
 Day 1: Arrival in Uganda and Transfer to Kibale National Park
Our driving guide will take you up from the airport (or hotel) in the morning.The five-hour journey to Kibale Forest National Park traverses the countryside and the villages of Mubende and Kyenjojo, culminating at Fort Portal, a verdant town adorned with banana and tea plantations.This picturesque view of the town overlooking the Rwenzori Mountains is an excellent opportunity for a photographic pause at your leisure.
When we get to the resort, we have lunch, take a nap, and then go on a swamp walk to participate in primate exploration.
In addition to the villagers tending to their crops, the swamp walk offers a variety of wildlife, including primates like red-tailed and black-colobus monkeys, as well as other bird species.
Day 2: Tracking Chimpanzees and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Following an early morning breakfast, you will proceed to the Kanyachu visitor center for a briefing before being escorted into the forest by a ranger guide from the Uganda Wildlife Authority for chimpanzee tracking, the day’s main attraction.
Traversing the rainforest is remarkable; observable primates include Red-tailed monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus monkeys, and Grey-cheeked Mangabeys, although they maintain a prudent distance from the chimpanzees.
Upon locating the chimpanzees, you will spend one hour with them before returning for lunch and thereafter transferring to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 3 : Morning Game drive and boat ride on Kazinga channel
Equipped with a packed breakfast, you embark on a morning game drive in the Kasenyi open area for dynamic wildlife observation. You may have the fortune of witnessing lions in action.
However, it’s a beautiful experience to see the dawn rising in the woods, when more creatures are active, such as hyenas returning to their dens. Proceed to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, we go on a boat ride around the Kazinga Channel. This boat ride is highly valuable since it provides proximity to aquatic avifauna, including Kingfishers, fish eagles, Pelicans, African spoonbills, and African darters, as well as reptiles like as Nile crocodiles and monitor lizards, which are frequently observed. Several buffalos, elephants, and hippos are also present.
Proceed to the lodge for dinner.
Day 4: Tree-Climbing Lions and Transfer to Bwindi
Following an early breakfast, you proceed to Ishasha, located in the southern region of Queen Elizabeth National Park. The two-hour trip is quite exhilarating, offering opportunities to observe diverse species as we traverse Maramagambo Forest, the largest rainforest in Uganda.
You can observe the renowned tree-climbing lions(if lucky), topis, hyenas, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and a truly wild terrain during a game drive at Ishasha.
The part is in close proximity to CONGO at the river camp, where lunch will be given. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, traversing hills and mountainous terrain characterized by terraced agricultural land.
Upon arrival, we check into the lodge, enjoy dinner, and rest in preparation for gorilla trekking the next day.
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today marks the day for gorilla trekking. Following breakfast, you will gather at the park offices to form groups.
A ranger guide and armed officers will be provided to ensure your safety during the hiking excursion. The ranger employs radio communication to ascertain the precise location of the gorillas.
Once you’ve located the mountain gorillas, spend an enjoyable hour watching them feed, play, and slumber.
We finally exit the jungle and proceed to the Lodge for dinner, having accomplished the ultimate goal of the eight-day gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking.
Day 6: Journey to Jinja for White Water Rafting
In the morning, you will partake in breakfast prior to commencing our drive to Jinja town, situated in the eastern region of the country, for our white-water rafting excursion on the Nile.
A breathtaking trip across the undulating terraced hills of the Switzerland of Africa. Lunch en route, with a necessary stop near the equator for beverages, stretching, and purchasing souvenirs
Day 7: Whitewater Rafting on the Nile
In the morning, our driver will transport you to the starting location, where you will be introduced to the rafting professionals for your Nile experience.
You will participate in a full day of rafting, during which you will receive tailored briefings and instructions from professionals based on your experience level, before embarking on the exhilarating adventure in the rafting boat.
After completing the experience, your driver-guide will transport you to your overnight accommodation.
Day 8: Return to Entebbe for your departure flight.
Our driver-guide will meet you at your accommodation in the morning and take you through the Mabira forest on the way back to Kampala.
Upon arriving in Kampala, you will proceed directly to Entebbe to prepare for your flight, should it be scheduled for that day.
Cost Includes
Airport Transfers
7 nights accommodation
Meals
Bottled Water
Water Rafting permit
Gorilla Trekking Permit
Chimpanzee Tracking Permit
Game drives in Queen Elizabeth Nantional park
Park Entry fees: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel
Experienced English speaking Driver
4X4 Safari car for Transportation
Cost Excludes
Uganda Visas
Tips for Driver and Guides
Souvenirs
Insurance
Air tickets
Drinks from the Accommodation
Laundry
Requirements for the 8-Day Uganda Gorilla Safari
Water: Chimpanzee trekking may be quite exhausting, necessitating regular hydration during the journey. It is recommended to bring several water filtration pills prior to embarking on the hike.
Footwear: It is essential to possess high-quality, waterproof, and comfy shoes. Occasionally, precipitation occurs during the trip, making skid-resistant footwear advantageous.
Rain Jacket: It is recommended to take a rain jacket due to the frequent rainfall in Kibale Forest National Park.
Snack: You may bring a light snack to provide energy throughout your forest stroll.
Trousers and Shirts: Kibale Forest is densely vegetated; so, lightweight trousers and long-sleeved shirts are recommended.
Socks: To prevent insects from entering, you must tuck the trousers into the socks.
Gloves: Gardening gloves are necessary as you will be handling tree branches, leaves, and other materials, some of which may be thorny.
Bring a quality camera (without flash) to document this once-in-a-lifetime encounter.