The Uganda primate safari package for 5 days is designed for travelers who want to see both of Uganda’s iconic primates: mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. You trek gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You track chimpanzees in Kibale National Park. This package delivers the ultimate primate experience in one efficient itinerary.
Bwindi Primate Safaris created this package for wildlife enthusiasts who understand that Uganda offers more than just gorillas. Kibale National Park has the highest primate density in Africa, with 13 species including chimpanzees. Combining the two parks gives you a complete picture of Uganda’s incredible primate diversity.
For official travel information about Uganda, visit the Uganda Tourism Board website.
This Uganda primate safari package runs for five days and four nights. You begin in Kampala or Kigali. Day one is travel to Bwindi. Day two is gorilla trekking. Day three is travel to Kibale. Day four is chimpanzee trekking. Day five is return journey.
The itinerary is efficient but not rushed. You have time to rest between activities. Each primate encounter is the focus of its own day.
This package includes one gorilla trek and one chimpanzee trek. You spend one hour with each species. Permits for both activities are included.
For more details on Kibale, read our destination guide.
Your safari begins with pickup from your hotel or the airport. Your guide meets you in the morning. You drive southwest toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey passes through rolling hills, tea plantations, and small villages. You stop for lunch en route.
You arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon. Check in, rest, and enjoy dinner. Your guide briefs you on tomorrow’s gorilla trek. You prepare your daypack for the morning.
Accommodation options vary by budget. You can choose luxury, mid-range, or budget lodges near the park headquarters.
Learn about Bwindi Impenetrable National Park before your visit.
This is your first primate day. You wake early, have breakfast, and drive to the park headquarters. Arrive by 7:00 AM for registration and briefing. You are assigned to a gorilla family based on your fitness level. Your group, led by a ranger guide, drives to the trailhead.
The trek begins. You hike through the forest. The duration varies from thirty minutes to four hours. When you find the gorillas, you have one hour. Watch them feed, play, groom, and rest. The silverback watches you calmly. Time passes quickly.
After your hour, you hike back to the trailhead. Your driver takes you to your lodge. Rest and enjoy dinner. You receive a certificate of trekking.
For tips on preparing, read our packing guide.
After breakfast, you drive north toward Kibale National Park. The journey takes approximately six hours. You pass through Fort Portal, a town known for its crater lakes and tea plantations. You stop for lunch en route.
You arrive at your lodge near Kibale in the late afternoon. Check in, rest, and enjoy dinner. Your guide briefs you on tomorrow’s chimpanzee trek.
The landscape around Kibale is beautiful, with rolling hills and traditional farms. Take time to enjoy the views.
For health and safety advice while traveling, visit the WHO Africa travel health page.
Your second primate day begins early. You have breakfast and drive to the Kibale park headquarters. After briefing, you drive to the trailhead. The trackers entered the forest before dawn to locate the chimpanzees.
The chimpanzee trek is different from gorilla trekking. Chimpanzees are smaller, faster, and more active. They move constantly through the trees. Your guide tracks them by their calls and movement.
When you find them, you have one hour. Watch them feed on fruits and leaves. Watch juveniles wrestle in the branches. Listen to their pant-hoot calls. Chimpanzees share 98 percent of their DNA with humans. Watching them is like watching a mirror.
After your hour, you hike back to the trailhead. Your driver takes you to your lodge. Rest and enjoy dinner.
Learn about gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking in our activity guides.
On the final day of your Uganda primate safari package, you have breakfast at the lodge. Your guide drives you back to Kampala or Kigali. You arrive in the afternoon or early evening. You are dropped at your hotel or the airport for your departure flight.
If you have time, you can add a stop at the Equator for photos. Your guide will accommodate reasonable requests.
This Uganda primate safari package includes the following services. Gorilla permit for one trek. Chimpanzee permit for one trek. All park entry fees. Services of an English-speaking guide. Private 4×4 transport. Four nights accommodation. Meals as specified in your itinerary. Bottled water during drives. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or airport.
What is not included. International flights. Visa fees. Travel insurance. Tips for guides and porters. Alcoholic drinks. Laundry. Personal items.
Bwindi Primate Safaris recommends purchasing comprehensive travel insurance.
The price of this Uganda primate safari package varies based on accommodation choice and group size. Solo travelers pay a higher rate. Groups of two to six pay lower per-person rates. Contact us for a custom quote based on your dates and preferences.
Both permits are included in the price. Bwindi Primate Safaris charges the official permit rates with no hidden markup.
To book, you need your full name as on your passport, passport number, nationality, and preferred dates. A deposit is required to secure your permits.
See our gorilla and lake option if you prefer relaxation over chimpanzees.
This safari operates year round. The dry seasons from June to September and December to February offer the easiest trekking conditions in both parks. The wet season offers lower prices and greener forests.
For seasonal details, read our best time to visit guide.
This Uganda primate safari package is ideal for travelers who want the complete primate experience. You see both gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitats. You experience two different forests: Bwindi’s ancient rainforest and Kibale’s high-density primate forest.
Bwindi Primate Safaris is a local company with expert guides. We handle all logistics so you can focus on the primates.
See our extended safari including wildlife for a more diverse itinerary.
The Uganda primate safari package for 5 days delivers the ultimate primate experience. Gorillas in Bwindi. Chimpanzees in Kibale. Two primates, two forests, one unforgettable trip.
Contact Us today to book your primate adventure. Our team will help you choose the right dates and accommodation for your perfect safari.
