Edens of Uganda: Gorillas & Chimpanzees

9 Days from $8,225 per person

Uganda is a country rich in lush rainforests, smiling friendly people and amazing primates. This preset group trip departs regularly throughout the year and the guides are knowledgeable and charismatic. Trek through the misty volcanic slopes of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in search of endangered mountain gorillas. Discover classic safari wildlife - lion, leopard, elephant, giraffe and more - in the fertile grasslands of Queen Elizabeth National Park. For your finale, delve into the ancient Kibale Forest to meet the playful chimpanzees.

At a Glance:

  • 1 Night Hotel No. 5
  • 3 Nights Buhoma Lodge
  • 2 Nights Ishasha Wilderness Camp
  • 1 Night Mweya Safari Lodge
  • 2 Nights Primate Lodge
 

9 Days from $8,225 per person

WhatHow
Arrive EntebbeYou are met on arrival. International flights TBD
Shared TransferEntebbe Intl to Hotel No. 5
1 NightHOTEL NO. 5 - Entebbe, Uganda
(Luxury room - Daily breakfast)
Shared TransferHotel No. 5 to Entebbe Intl
Light Aircraft TransferEntebbe Intl - Kihihi; met on arrival
Shared TransferKihihi to Buhoma Lodge (1.5 hrs)
3 NightsBUHOMA LODGE - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
(Cottage - All meals, drinks (except premiums) & scheduled activities)
TourMOUNTAIN GORILLA TREK
Leisure day optional activities - second gorilla trek, forest walk, Batwa Pygmy village visit (additional charges apply)
Shared TransferBuhoma Lodge to Ishasha Wilderness Camp, visiting a village en route (2-3 hrs)
2 NightsISHASHA WILDERNESS CAMP - Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
(Tent - All meals & scheduled activities)
Morning game drive, afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga channel
Morning & afternoon game drive
1 NightMWEYA SAFARI LODGE - Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
(Tent - All meals, drinks (except premiums), laundry & scheduled activities)
Morning chimpanzee trek in the Kyambura Gorge
Shared TransferKyambura Gorge to Primate Lodge Kibale (3-4 hrs)
2 NightsPRIMATE LODGE - Kibale Forest National Park, Uganda
(Tent - All meals & scheduled activities)
TourKIBALE FOREST CHIMPANZEE TREK
Afternoon Bigodi Swamp Walk
Shared TransferPrimate Lodge Kibale to Entebbe Intl (5.5 hrs)
Depart EntebbeInternational flights TBD

*Scheduled flights not included in the land arrangements

Per person sharing $8225

Trip cost includes:

  • All accommodations, tours, transfers & meals as listed
  • 1 gorilla trekking permit
  • 2 chimpanzee trekking permits
  • Bigodi Swamp Walk

Excluded from the above costs:

  • International and regional airfare not listed above or marked with an asterisk (*) on confirmation of services
  • Travel Insurance (quoted separately) to cover cancellation and curtailment, medical, baggage, money, and emergency evacuation back home.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, gratuities, baggage handling, excess baggage fees, excess weight fees, communications charges, cost of passport or visa, airport departure taxes and airfares, any sightseeing, beverages or meals not included in the itinerary, optional activities.