6 Days Kibale And Queen Elizabeth Primate Safari
6 Days Kibale And Queen Elizabeth National Parks Safari
A 6 days Kibale and Queen Elizabeth primate safari takes you for a primate-watching experience in Kibale National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you will meet the chimpanzees. This Uganda safari will come with other activities apart from primate watching, such as a game drive, a boat cruise, a visit to the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, and many more.
Safari Highlights
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park
- Visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
- Scenic transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains
- Boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Kibale National Park
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by our professional driver guide. After a brief meet and greet, you will begin your journey to Kibale National Park. En route, you will stop at the Amabere Ga Nyinamwiru caves for a guided visit, followed by lunch in Fort Portal town. After lunch, you will continue to Kibale National Park. Upon arrival, you will check into your lodge, freshen up, enjoy dinner, and retire for the night.
Accommodation options at Kibale National Park
- Luxury: Ndali Lodge
- Midrange: Isunga Lodge
- Budget: Kitojo Guest Cottages
Meal plan
- Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
After breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a Uganda chimpanzee trekking experience. The trek may take approximately 30 minutes to 4 hours, depending on the location of the chimpanzees in the forest. You will be accompanied and guided by an armed ranger guide. Once you spot the chimpanzees, you will spend one hour observing them in their natural habitat. After the trek, you will return to the lodge for lunch.
In the late afternoon, you will visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, where you will explore the natural surroundings and spot primates, bird species, and beautiful landscapes. You will head back to the lodge, have dinner and retire to bed
Meal plan
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Leisure Afternoon
After breakfast, you will check out and get transferred to Queen Elizabeth National Park with a guide. Upon arrival, you will check into your lodge and have lunch. The rest of the afternoon will be spent relaxing at the lodge, enjoying the surroundings and scenic views of the park. In the evening, you will enjoy dinner at the lodge and retire to bed for the night.
Accommodation options at Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Enganzi Game Lodge
- Budget: Pumba Safari Lodge
Meal plan
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
After breakfast, you will head out for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains. The game drive will take approximately 3 to 4 hours. This early morning drive offers excellent opportunities to see wildlife as they become active at sunrise. You will be able to see them rise from their habitats as they prepare to hunt down their prey. You will return to the lodge to freshen up, enjoy lunch, and relax.
At 3:00 pm, you will embark on an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you will see aquatic animals, birds, and lush vegetation. The boat cruise lasts for about 2 to 3 hours, and then you head back to the lodge. At the lodge, you will freshen up, have dinner, and retire to bed.
Meal plan
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge
After breakfast, you will proceed for a briefing before heading to Kyambura Gorge for chimpanzee trekking, accompanied by an experienced armed ranger guide. Locating chimpanzees will take about 30 minutes to 4 hours. After locating the chimpanzees, you will spend one hour with them before returning to the lodge. Lunch will be served, followed by relaxation for the rest of the day. In the evening, dinner will be served, and you will have an overnight stay at the lodge.
Meal plan
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Departure to Entebbe International Airport
After having breakfast at the lodge, you will check out. The guide will then drive you to Entebbe Airport. On your way to Entebbe Airport, you will have a stopover at Mbarara town for lunch at a hotel. After lunch, you will proceed with the journey, and they will drop you off at Entebbe Airport.
Meal plan
- Breakfast and lunch
End of the 6 Days Kibale And Queen Elizabeth Primate Safari
Safari Package Includes
- Chimpanzee trekking permits
- All activities as per the itinerary
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Mineral water
- 4 x 4 safari vehicle
- Park entrance fees
- Pick-up and drop-off
- English-speaking driver guide
Safari Package Excludes
- Items of a personal nature
- Visa fees
- Personal insurance
- Air tickets
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
