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8-Day Gorillas, Chimps & Big Five Experience

Murchison Falls chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth big-game drives, and Bwindi gorilla trekking.

8 DaysUgandaPrimates & Big Five
Overview

8-Day Gorillas, Chimps & Big Five Experience

An in-depth look at Uganda's wildlife: three national parks, two primate treks, and the country's classic Big Five game viewing, all in one trip.

This is our most primate-focused itinerary, pairing two separate chimpanzee-trekking opportunities with a gorilla trek and open-savannah game drives.

Gorillas chimps and big five highlights
  • Day 1–3: Murchison Falls & Budongo chimpanzee trekking
  • Day 4–5: Queen Elizabeth game drives & Ishasha lions
  • Day 7: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
Itinerary

Detailed Day-By-Day

1Kampala – Murchison Falls National Park
Drive to Murchison Falls

Travel north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's oldest and largest national park.

2Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise
Murchison Falls game drive

A morning game drive followed by a boat cruise along the Victoria Nile to the base of Murchison Falls.

3Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo Forest
Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo

A guided chimpanzee trek in Budongo Forest, one of Uganda's largest natural forests.

4Murchison Falls – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park

Travel south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive.

5Kazinga Channel Cruise & Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions
Kazinga Channel and Ishasha

A boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, then on to the Ishasha sector in search of its famous tree-climbing lions.

6Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Drive to Bwindi

Continue south to Bwindi, settling in ahead of the following day's gorilla trek.

7Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi

A guided trek through Bwindi's forest to spend time with a habituated mountain gorilla family.

8Bwindi – Kampala
Return drive to Kampala

Return drive to Kampala, marking the end of the safari.

Usually Arranged For You

  • Professional driver-guide
  • Ground transportation in a safari vehicle
  • Gorilla & chimpanzee permit booking assistance
  • Activities listed in the itinerary
  • Accommodation in your preferred category

Not Covered

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

Exact inclusions, accommodation options and pricing are confirmed with you directly once we understand your travel dates and preferences.

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