6 Days Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, & Kibale National Park Safari
Embark on an incredible 6-day safari adventure to Uganda’s top destinations: Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Parks. This safari offers a perfect blend of gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, birding, wildlife game drives, and a Batwa cultural experience, showcasing Uganda’s rich biodiversity and cultural heritage.
Embark on an incredible 6-day safari adventure to Uganda’s top destinations: Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Parks. This safari offers a perfect blend of gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, birding, wildlife game drives, and a Batwa cultural experience, showcasing Uganda’s rich biodiversity and cultural heritage.
Why Choose This Safari?
– Diverse Activities: Enjoy gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, birding, wildlife viewing, and cultural immersion.
– Biodiversity Hotspots: Explore three iconic national parks teeming with wildlife and bird species.
– Cultural Enrichment: Learn about the Batwa people, one of Uganda’s indigenous communities.
– Scenic Beauty: Experience Uganda’s breathtaking landscapes, from lush rainforests to savannahs.
Major Safari Highlights
– Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
– Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park.
– Birding walks guided by expert ornithologists.
– Wildlife game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
– Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
– Batwa cultural experience, including storytelling and traditional dances.
– Scenic drive through Uganda’s picturesque countryside.
Inclusions
– Gorilla trekking permit.
– Chimpanzee trekking permit.
– Birding walks with expert guides.
– Wildlife game drives and boat cruise.
– Batwa cultural experience.
– Accommodation for 5 nights.
– Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
– Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
– Services of an English-speaking guide.
– Bottled water during the safari.
Exclusions
– International flights.
– Travel insurance.
– Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, etc.).
– Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
What to Carry
– Comfortable hiking boots.
– Lightweight rain jacket.
– Long-sleeved shirts and trousers.
– Binoculars for birding.
– Insect repellent.
– Camera with extra batteries.
– Snacks and water bottle.
– Passport and trekking permits.
Tips for This Safari
– Stay hydrated and carry energy snacks.
– Follow ranger instructions during treks.
– Maintain a safe distance from the gorillas and chimpanzees.
– Pack warm clothing for chilly mornings and evenings.
– Respect local customs and communities.
– Bring a birding guidebook for reference.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Airport Pick up and Drop off
- Tour guide
- Activities on the itinerary
- Meals: Full board
- Transportation by Road
- Drinking water
- Fuel and Safari Vehicle
- Accommodation
- Birding
- Flight tickets
- Premium Drinks
- Visa Fees
- Optional activities
- Tips and gratuities
- Extra service such as laundry
Itinerary
- Early morning departure from Kampala or Entebbe.
- Scenic drive through Uganda's rolling hills and tea plantations.
- Lunch en route in Fort Portal.
- Evening arrival at Kibale Forest National Park and check-in at your lodge.
- Optional evening nature walk or relaxation at the lodge.
- Early breakfast and briefing by park rangers.
- Begin chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, home to over 1,500 chimpanzees.
- Spend an hour observing the chimpanzees and learning about their behavior.
- Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Evening check-in at your lodge and optional relaxation.
- Early morning game drive to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife.
- Return to the lodge for breakfast.
- Relaxation or optional birding walk around the lodge.
- Afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.
- Evening relaxation at the lodge
- Breakfast at the lodge.
- Scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through the Ishasha sector, famous for tree-climbing lions.
- Lunch en route.
- Afternoon Batwa cultural experience, including storytelling, traditional dances, and learning about their way of life.
- Evening check-in at your lodge in Bwindi.
- Early breakfast and briefing by park rangers.
- Begin the gorilla trekking adventure, which can take 2-6 hours depending on the gorilla family's location.
- Spend an hour observing the gorillas, capturing photos, and learning about their behavior.
- Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon birding walk to spot rare species like the African green broadbill and Shelley’s crimsonwing.
- Evening relaxation at the lodge.
- Breakfast at the lodge.
- Optional morning birding walk or community visit.
- Scenic drive back to Kampala or Entebbe with lunch en route.
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