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5 Day Luxury Gorilla Habituation and Chimp Trekking Safari

Overview

This 5 Day Luxury Gorilla Habituation and Chimp Trekking Safari is perfect for those who wish to immerse themselves in the world of the great primates—mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. The journey begins in the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, specifically in the Rushaga region, where you’ll experience the unique Gorilla Habituation. Bwindi is the only place in the world where this experience is offered, allowing you to spend an extended four hours with the mountain gorillas, unlike the typical one-hour session during regular gorilla trekking. After your time in Bwindi, you will travel to Kibale National Park, where you’ll engage in a chimp trekking. This safari provides a rare opportunity to compare these two extraordinary experiences in Uganda.

Summary of the 5 Day Luxury Gorilla Habituation and Chimp Trekking Safari

Day 01: The adventure begins in Entebbe, with a transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 02: Experience four hours with the gorillas during the Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi.
Day 03: Travel to Kibale Forest National Park for an overnight stay.
Day 04: Engage in Chimp Trekking in Kibale National Park.
Day 05: Return to Entebbe International Airport, concluding your 5-Day Gorilla Habituation and Chimp Trekking Safari.

Things to Consider

Accommodation: Inclusive
Group Size: Small group safari, with a maximum of 6 people
Departure: The tour can start any day and is customizable
Type of Tour: Private
Age Limit: 15 years and above

Tour Summary

Destination: Uganda
Start and End Point: Entebbe (Uganda)
Visits: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale Forest National Park
Activities: Gorilla habituation experience, chimpanzee tracking
Transport: Open-sided 4×4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle
Transfers: Included, from and back to the airport (or hotel)
Additional Accommodation: Can be arranged before and after the tour at an extra cost

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Pick-up and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Your 5-day luxury gorilla habituation and chimp trekking safari begins with a pick-up by your Trek Africa Expeditions driver or guide. The journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park starts early, with stops at the Equator for photos and a lunch break in Mbarara town. As you proceed to the southern part of Bwindi, where the gorilla habituation experience takes place, you will be treated to scenic views of the Kigezi rolling hills and valleys. Arrive late in the afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp or Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 2

Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Wake up early and head to the park headquarters for a briefing on the gorilla habituation experience. Guided by researchers and experts, you will trek through the forest, observing various birds, animals, and other primates. Upon finding the gorillas, you'll spend four hours with them, gaining insights into the habituation process and possibly even participating in activities like sample collection and group member naming. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp or Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 3

Transfer to Kibale National Park

On the third day, you will travel from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Kibale Forest National Park, arriving in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight. Lunch will be served en route.

Accommodation: Papaya Lodge or Kyaninga Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 4

Chimp Trekking in Kibale National Park

After an early breakfast, transfer to Kibale National Park for a briefing on chimpanzee trekking. Accompanied by expert guides, you'll trek through the forest, encountering other primates along the way. Spend an hour observing and photographing the chimpanzees before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Papaya Lodge or Kyaninga Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 5

Drive to Entebbe

After breakfast, you will drive back to Kampala/Entebbe, marking the end of your 5-day luxury gorilla habituation and chimp trekking safari in Uganda.

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
Gorilla Permit
Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
Fuel for the entire trip
Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
All Park entrance fees
Drinking water while in the vehicle

Excludes

Pre and post tour accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala
International airfares
Uganda Visa (USD50.00 which can be paid on arrival at the Airport

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GENERAL FAQs

General FAQs

Can I reschedule or cancel this trip?

Rescheduling: You can reschedule this trip as a private tour to any date within 12 months at no additional cost.
Booking Deposit: A 30% deposit of the total tour price is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 45 days before the tour departure date. Bookings not secured with the appropriate deposit will be released.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel between 90 and 45 days before departure: 20% penalty of the tour price.
- Cancel within 45 days of departure or no show: 100% penalty of the tour price.

Availability and Accommodations

Reservations: Accommodation and activity availability is not guaranteed until reservations are confirmed with the final itinerary and deposit payment. If any quoted accommodations are unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute them with suitable alternatives, which may affect the final quoted price.

Insurance

Requirement: All clients must have medical and travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Rates

Subject to Change: Tour rates are subject to change without notice. We will make every effort to maintain rates, but changes in government taxes or operating conditions may be passed on to clients.

Permit Cancellation Policy

Uganda Gorilla Permit Cancellation Policy

Guarantee: A Gorilla Permit is guaranteed only upon receipt of the deposit ($800 per person per trek) as it must be paid immediately to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Cancellation Fees

More than 90 days before tracking: 25% cancellation fee.
89 to 46 days before tracking: 50% cancellation fee.
45 to 9 days before tracking: 75% cancellation fee.
8 to 0 days before tracking: 100% cancellation fee.

Important Information

Age Requirement: The minimum age for gorilla tracking is 15 years.
Health: Visitors with flu or other airborne diseases will not be allowed into the rainforest jungle to see the gorillas.
Safety Protocols: Masks must be worn at all times, and a distance of 10 meters must be maintained between you and the gorillas.

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