The 7-Day Uganda Safari Package + Cost (Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation)

Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation Overview

The Ultimate 7-Day Uganda Safari Tour Itinerary (Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation). Book This Affordable Luxury Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation Package.

The ultimate 7-Day Uganda Safari is a once-in-a-lifetime journey that combines breathtaking landscapes, immersive wildlife encounters, and rare primate experiences. This unforgettable adventure takes you deep into the heart of Uganda’s most iconic national parks, including Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Kibale National Park, where you’ll participate in both Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation experiences. Unlike typical treks, these all-day encounters allow you to spend extended time with semi-habituated families of gorillas and chimpanzees, offering a rare opportunity to observe their behavior as they gradually become accustomed to human presence.

This 7-day safari, which is intended for those who enjoy the outdoors and adventure, combines exciting game drives, breathtaking scenery, and significant wildlife conservation experiences. In addition to seeing the Big Five in Queen Elizabeth National Park, you will go through verdant rainforests under the guidance of knowledgeable trackers and experts, acquiring a profound understanding of the primate world.

Detailed Itinerary: 7-Day Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation Experience

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide, who will be holding a personalized placard to receive you. After a short introduction and assistance with your luggage, you’ll be transferred in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle to your chosen hotel. This short drive offers a first glimpse of Uganda’s lush greenery and friendly atmosphere. Once checked in, you’ll have time to relax and unwind from your journey, enjoy the hotel amenities, or take a gentle walk around the property. Later in the evening, your guide will provide a detailed briefing about your upcoming 7-day gorillas and chimpanzee habituation experience.

Accommodation: Hotel No.5 / Papyrus Guesthouse / Protea Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Drive to Kibale Forest – Home of Chimpanzees

After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will embark on a scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park, a journey of approximately 5 to 6 hours through the heart of Uganda’s countryside. The route offers breathtaking views of rolling hills blanketed with lush tea plantations, beautiful crater lakes, and charming rural villages, giving you an authentic feel of Uganda’s natural beauty and cultural richness. Along the way, you may spot roadside markets and locals going about their daily activities, adding a colorful vibrancy to your journey. You’ll arrive in the picturesque town of Fort Portal around midday, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch with views of the surrounding Rwenzori Mountains. After lunch, the drive continues for about an hour to your lodge located near Kibale Forest, where you can check in, relax, and prepare for the next day’s chimpanzee habituation adventure.

Accommodation: Primate Lodge / Turaco Treetops / Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Full-Day Chimpanzee Habituation Experience

Today begins with an early breakfast before heading into the dense, tropical Kibale Forest for the once-in-a-lifetime Chimpanzee Habituation Experience (CHEX)—a full-day adventure designed for primate enthusiasts seeking an in-depth encounter with our closest relatives. Led by expert trackers and researchers, you’ll join a group working to habituate chimpanzees to human presence, giving you the rare chance to spend up to 6 hours in the presence of these intelligent and socially complex creatures. As the day unfolds, you’ll follow the chimps from their morning nests through their daily routines, feeding, playing, grooming, and vocalizing, while learning about their behaviors, communication patterns, ecological roles, and conservation efforts. After returning to your lodge and enjoying lunch, the afternoon is yours to relax or take an optional guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run eco-project teeming with birds, monkeys, and vibrant flora—a perfect complement to the morning’s chimpanzee immersion.

Accommodation: Same as Day 2
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Rushaga/Sector)

After breakfast, you will depart from Kibale Forest and embark on a scenic full-day drive southward to the legendary Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a journey of approximately 7 to 8 hours that offers a captivating transition through the diverse landscapes of southwestern Uganda. As you leave the tropical forests behind, the road winds through fertile valleys, bustling roadside towns, and terraced hills blanketed with banana plantations and tea gardens. Along the way, you’ll stop for a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant, with an opportunity to stretch your legs and soak in the fresh air and panoramic views. The drive continues through the dramatic highlands of Kigezi—often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa“, before reaching the misty rainforest edge of Bwindi.

Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Full-Day Gorilla Habituation Experience

After an early breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the park headquarters where you’ll meet your ranger guides and receive a briefing on the day’s adventure—the highly exclusive Gorilla Habituation Experience. Unlike standard treks, this immersive activity allows you to spend up to four unforgettable hours with a semi-habituated mountain gorilla family deep in the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Accompanied by expert trackers, rangers, and researchers, you’ll follow the gorillas as they move through the forest, learning about their behaviors, social structures, communication techniques, and conservation challenges. You’ll witness firsthand how these incredible creatures interact, watching mothers care for their young, silverbacks maintain group order, and juveniles play with boundless energy, all while capturing stunning photographs and forging a deeper connection with nature.

Accommodation: Same as Day 4
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 6: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi – Relaxation

After breakfast, you’ll set off on a short but scenic drive of approximately 2 to 3 hours to the breathtaking Lake Bunyonyi, often celebrated as Uganda’s most beautiful and serene lake. Located along the misty hills of the Kigezi Highlands and dotted with 29 lush, terraced islands, Lake Bunyonyi offers a peaceful retreat following your thrilling primate adventures. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your lakeside lodge and take time to relax or enjoy a variety of optional activities. You can paddle across the glassy waters in a traditional dugout canoe, spot colorful birdlife along the shoreline, take a refreshing swim in the bilharzia-free lake, or enjoy local culture with a guided visit to the nearby Batwa community, one of Uganda’s indigenous forest peoples.

Accommodation: BirdNest Resort / Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi / Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 7: Return to Entebbe & Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the tranquil waters of Lake Bunyonyi before embarking on the scenic return journey to Entebbe, a drive of approximately 8 to 9 hours through Uganda’s rolling hills and vibrant countryside. Along the way, you’ll stop for a memorable lunch at the Equator Crossing in Kayabwe, where you can take photos straddling the hemispheres, browse local craft stalls, and stretch your legs. The journey continues through rural towns and lush landscapes, arriving in Entebbe in the late afternoon or early evening. Depending on your travel plans, you’ll either be transferred directly to Entebbe International Airport for your international flight or to a nearby hotel for an overnight stay, marking the end of your incredible 7-day gorilla and chimpanzee habituation adventure in the Pearl of Africa.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

End Of Your 7-Day Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation Experience

Inclusions: (7-Day Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation Experience)

• 1 gorilla habituation permit
• 1 chimpanzee habituation permit
• Boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi
• Accommodation
• Meals as specified
• All entrance fees
• Transportation (4×4 Land Cruiser)
• All transfers

Exclusions: (7-Day Gorillas And Chimpanzee Habituation Experience)

• Air tickets
• Visa fees
• Tips & gratuities
• Activities that are not mentioned above