6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari Experience (Chimpanzee, Gorillas & Golden Monkey Habituation Safari)

Embark on a 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari odyssey through the lush jungles and misty mountains of Uganda on the Chimpanzee, Gorillas & Golden Monkey Habituation Safari, a thrilling adventure that offers a rare opportunity to intimately engage with three of the country’s most iconic primate species.

Begin your 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari journey in Kibale National Park, where days are spent habituating with lively chimpanzee communities, immersing yourself in their vibrant world of tree-dwelling antics and complex social dynamics.

A Visit to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Then, venture to the dense forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you’ll embark on a mesmerizing trek to habituate with endangered mountain gorillas, forging connections with these gentle giants amidst their natural habitat.

Concluding your 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, you’ll delve into the bamboo forests to observe the playful golden monkeys, adding another layer of enchantment to an unforgettable wildlife adventure that promises intimate encounters and lifelong memories.

6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari Highlights

• Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
• Day 2: Chimpanzee Habituation Experience in Kibale Forest
• Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Day 4: Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Day 5: Golden Monkey Habituation Experience in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
• Day 6: Departure

 

Detailed 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by your guide. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the option to explore Entebbe or proceed directly to Kibale Forest National Park. Depart for Kibale Forest National Park by road, enjoying scenic views of Uganda’s countryside along the way.

Arrive at your lodge near Kibale Forest in the late afternoon and check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing and preparing for the upcoming primate adventures. Enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge, featuring locally sourced ingredients and traditional Ugandan cuisine.

Your guide will provide a briefing on the chimpanzee and golden monkey habituation experiences, detailing what to expect and the objectives of the activities.

• Destination: Kibale National Park
• Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Mid-Range), Kibale Ndali Lodge (Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Full Board

 

Day 2: Chimpanzee Habituation Experience in Kibale Forest

Wake up early for breakfast before heading to Kibale Forest National Park. Upon arrival, meet with your 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari guide and the team of researchers and trackers who will lead you on the chimpanzee habituation experience.

Receive a briefing on chimpanzee behavior, safety guidelines, and the goals of the habituation process. Embark on your chimpanzee habituation trek into the dense forest, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers.

As you search for chimpanzee groups undergoing habituation, listen for the distinctive calls and vocalizations that indicate their presence. Once you locate a chimpanzee family, spend the day observing their behavior, interactions, and daily routines while contributing to their gradual acclimatization to human presence.

Enjoy Packed Lunch in the Forest

Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the forest, allowing you to refuel and continue your observation of the chimpanzees. Use this time to take photographs, ask questions, and deepen your understanding of these remarkable primates and their conservation.

• Destination: Kibale National Park
• Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Mid-Range), Kibale Ndali Lodge (Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Full Board

 

Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departing for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey offers stunning views of Uganda’s landscapes as you travel from Kibale to Bwindi, passing through rural villages and lush forests.

Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and check-in. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring the surrounding area or simply relaxing amidst the natural beauty of the park.

Dinner will be served at the lodge, featuring a selection of delicious dishes inspired by local and international cuisine. Your 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari guide will provide a briefing on the upcoming gorilla habituation experience, outlining the objectives and guidelines for the activity.

• Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp (Mid-Range), Nkuringo Gorilla Safari Lodge (Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Full Board

 

Day 4: Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Wake up early for breakfast before heading to the park headquarters. Upon arrival, meet with your guide and the team of researchers and trackers who will lead you on the gorilla habituation experience.

Receive a briefing on gorilla behavior, safety guidelines, and the goals of the habituation process. Begin your gorilla habituation trek into the dense forests of Bwindi, following the guidance of your 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari expert trackers.

As you search for a gorilla family undergoing habituation, marvel at the rich biodiversity of the park and keep an eye out for other wildlife species. Spend the day with the gorilla family, observing their behavior, interactions, and daily routines while contributing to their gradual acclimatization to human presence.

Enjoy Packed Lunch in the Jungle

Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the forest, allowing you to refuel and continue your observation of the gorillas. After a full day of gorilla habituation, return to your lodge in the late afternoon, feeling humbled by the intimate wildlife encounter. Relax and unwind as you share stories and photographs with fellow travelers, reflecting on the significance of your experience. Dinner will be served at the lodge, followed by leisure time to rest and rejuvenate.

• Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp (Mid-Range), Nkuringo Gorilla Safari Lodge (Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Full Board

 

Day 5: Golden Monkey Habituation Experience in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departing for Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Upon arrival, meet with your guide and the team of researchers and trackers who will lead you on the golden monkey habituation experience. Receive a briefing on golden monkey behavior, safety guidelines, and the goals of the habituation process.

Embark on your golden monkey habituation trek into the forest, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers. Search for golden monkey groups undergoing habituation, listening for their distinctive calls and movements. Once you locate a golden monkey troop, spend the day observing their behavior, interactions, and daily routines while contributing to their gradual acclimatization to human presence.

Enjoy Your Packed Lunch

Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the forest, allowing you to refuel and continue your observation of the golden monkeys. Use this time to take photographs, ask questions, and deepen your understanding of these unique primates and their conservation. After a full day of golden monkey habituation, return to your lodge in the late afternoon, feeling enriched by the close wildlife encounter.

Relax and unwind with a refreshing drink as you share stories and photographs with fellow travelers. Dinner will be served at the lodge, followed by leisure time to rest and reflect on the day’s adventures.

• Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
• Accommodation: Traveler’s Rest Hotel (Mid-Range), Mount Gahinga Lodge (Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Full Board

 

Day 6: Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the lodge before bidding farewell to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Depart for Entebbe International Airport, where you’ll board your international flight home. Depending on your departure time, you may have the option to explore Entebbe or visit nearby attractions before your flight.

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and complete check-in procedures for your flight. Board your international flight home, carrying with you cherished memories of your 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari.

• Destination: Entebbe City
• Accommodation: No Accommodation
• Meal Plan: Lunch & Breakfast

 

6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

Included

• Park fees (For non-residents)
• Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
• Chimp permits (One per person, non-resident)
• All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
• All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
• All Taxes/VAT
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

• International flights (From/to home)
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
• Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Mid-Range Rates Per Person

Category	Solo	2 Pax	3 Pax	4 Pax	5 Pax	6 Pax
Rate	$5,488	$3,430	$3,230	$3,030	$2950	$2,900

 

Luxury Rates Per Person

Category	Solo	2 Pax	3 Pax	4 Pax	5 Pax	6 Pax
Rate	$7,627	$3,960	$3,530	$3,230	$3,030	$2980

End of 6 Days Uganda Primates Habituation Safari