9 Days Uganda Gorilla Watching & Chimpanzee Tracking

9 Days Uganda Gorilla Watching & Chimpanzee Tracking

9 Days Uganda Gorilla Watching & Chimpanzee Tracking. Uganda stands among Africa’s top primate destinations, offering rare opportunities to track chimpanzees, observe golden monkeys, and come face-to-face with endangered mountain gorillas. WILD Planet Safaris proudly presents this 9-Day Primate Special Uganda Safari, carefully designed to showcase the country’s most iconic wildlife experiences while delivering comfort, expert guidance, and seamless logistics.

9 Days Uganda  Gorilla Watching & Chimpanzee Tracking. This safari combines chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, classic game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, and the ultimate highlight—mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

WILD Planet Safaris actively manages every detail of your journey to ensure safety, authenticity, and sustainability throughout your adventure.

Safari Overview

This 9-day Uganda primate safari includes:

• Airport transfers and professional safari guide
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
• Nocturnal forest walk
• Cultural experience in Bigodi Village
• Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
• Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha
• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
• Scenic countryside drives
• Equator crossing experience

Let WILD Planet Safaris take you deep into Uganda’s most spectacular landscapes.

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a WILD Planet Safaris professional driver-guide warmly welcomes you and transfers you to your accommodation in Entebbe.

You relax after your international flight and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Airport Guesthouse (or similar)

Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park & Night Forest Walk

After breakfast, WILD Planet Safaris begins your journey westward. You drive through Kampala and continue toward Fort Portal, one of Uganda’s most scenic towns.

Fort Portal lies in the shadow of the legendary Rwenzori Mountains, often called the “Mountains of the Moon.” The region features rolling tea plantations, crater lakes, and lush countryside.

After lunch en route, you proceed to Kibale National Park, the primate capital of East Africa.

Evening Activity: Night Forest Walk

In the evening, WILD Planet Safaris organizes a guided nocturnal forest walk. Armed with flashlights and accompanied by a ranger, you search for:

• Bush babies
• Pottos
• Nocturnal birds
• Tree hyrax
• Other small forest mammals

This experience reveals a different side of the rainforest ecosystem.

Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale (Cottages)

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Village Cultural Experience

Today, WILD Planet Safaris introduces you to one of Africa’s most exciting wildlife experiences—chimpanzee tracking.

Morning: Chimpanzee Tracking

After an early breakfast, you report to the park headquarters for a briefing. Expert Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers guide you into the tropical rainforest.

Kibale Forest hosts the highest diversity of primates in East Africa. During your trek, you may encounter:

• Chimpanzees
• Black-and-white colobus monkeys
• Red-tailed monkeys
• L’Hoest’s monkeys
• Grey-cheeked mangabeys

Once you locate the chimpanzees, you spend one hour observing them as they groom, feed, and interact socially in their natural habitat.

WILD Planet Safaris ensures that your experience remains respectful, safe, and conservation-focused.

Afternoon: Bigodi Village Walk

After lunch, WILD Planet Safaris takes you to Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary for a cultural encounter.

A knowledgeable local guide leads you through:

• Traditional homesteads
• A local primary school
• The Catholic Church
• Small farms and banana plantations

You learn about rural lifestyles, crop cultivation, storytelling traditions, and community development initiatives.

The Bigodi walk operates as a community-based project, meaning tourism revenue directly benefits local residents.

Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale

Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Evening Game Drive

After breakfast, WILD Planet Safaris drives you south to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

The journey takes you through the scenic crater lakes region, characterized by rolling hills and volcanic lakes.

After lunch and rest at your lodge, you head out for an evening game drive. Wildlife you may encounter includes:

• Elephants
• Buffaloes
• Warthogs
• Waterbucks
• Uganda kobs

The park’s open savannah provides excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.

Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge

Day 5: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

WILD Planet Safaris begins the day early with a sunrise game drive across the Kasenyi plains. This area serves as the mating ground for Uganda kobs and attracts predators such as lions.

You search for:

• Lions
• Elephants
• Buffaloes
• Hyenas
• Various antelope species

After lunch, you embark on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake George.

This cruise ranks among the highlights of any Ugandan safari. You observe:

• Large herds of elephants
• Hundreds of hippos
• Buffaloes cooling on the banks
• Crocodiles
• Abundant birdlife

The concentration of wildlife along the channel creates spectacular photography moments.

Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge

Day 6: Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast, WILD Planet Safaris drives you to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Ishasha is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. You enjoy a game drive while searching for these unique predators resting in fig trees.

Afterward, you continue south through scenic countryside to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.

You pass traditional homesteads, terraced hills, and rural communities before arriving at your lodge.

Accommodation Options:

• Buhoma Community Rest Camp
• Mahogany Springs Lodge (upgrade option)

Day 7: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Today marks the ultimate highlight of your safari—gorilla tracking.

After a briefing by park rangers, you hike into the dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family.

The trek may involve:

• Steep slopes
• Muddy trails
• Thick vegetation

However, the moment you encounter the mountain gorillas makes every step worthwhile.

You spend one unforgettable hour observing:

• Silverbacks displaying dominance
• Mothers nursing infants
• Juveniles playing
• Family members grooming

WILD Planet Safaris ensures that you follow conservation guidelines while fully appreciating this life-changing experience.

You return to your lodge for relaxation and reflection.

Day 8: Transfer Back to Kampala via Lake Mburo

After breakfast, WILD Planet Safaris begins the return journey toward Kampala.

You pass through Lake Mburo National Park, where you may spot zebras and impalas along the roadside.

We stop at the Uganda Equator Line for photographs and a memorable hemispheric demonstration.

After lunch en route, we transfer you to Entebbe for overnight or airport drop-off depending on flight timing.

Day 9: Departure

After breakfast, WILD Planet Safaris transfers you to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

You leave Uganda with unforgettable memories of primates, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes.

Why Choose WILD Planet Safaris?

WILD Planet Safaris actively delivers:

• Professional English-speaking safari guides
• Reliable 4×4 safari vehicles
• Guaranteed chimpanzee and gorilla permits
• Carefully selected lodges
• Sustainable and responsible travel practices
• Personalized service

We combine wildlife expertise with deep local knowledge to create meaningful safari experiences.

Final Thoughts

This 9-Day Primate Safari showcases Uganda’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters. From tracking chimpanzees in Kibale Forest to cruising the Kazinga Channel and standing face-to-face with mountain gorillas in Bwindi, every day brings a new adventure.

WILD Planet Safaris invites you to explore Uganda’s remarkable primate heritage while supporting conservation and community development.

Join us for the journey of a lifetime into the heart of Africa.