9 Day Uganda Primate Tour: If its adventure you are looking for, then 9 Day Uganda & Primate Toure Safari is the package you have to choose for your safari in the Pearl of Africa. This trip takes you to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (the home to the only surviving wild Rhino population in Uganda),
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for the magical mountain gorillas, Murchison Falls National Park for four of the big five animals as well as the breathtaking Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth National Park for the rare tree climbing lions, Lake Mburo National Park for the zebras as well as giraffes and Kibale Forest National Park to see man’s closest relatives (the chimpanzees).
While on this safari, expect to see a myriad of wildlife species including the mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, buffaloes, lions, leopards, hyenas, waterbucks, elephants, bushbucks, Uganda kobs, giraffes, zebras, Nile crocodiles, and Hippos as well as spectacular bird species including the elusive shoebill stork.
Drive to Murchison Falls National Park
Game drive and Nile Boat Cruise
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Game drive and Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla trekking and cultural walk
Continue to Lake Mburo and afternoon boat cruise
Morning game drive and departure
You’re picked from the agreed location in Kampala after breakfast to continue to Murchison Falls National Park with a stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary on Kampala-Gulu highway to track some of the surviving wild Rhino population. Thereafter continue to Murchison Falls National Park with another stopover in Masindi for lunch and arriving in the evening to hike to the top of the falls.
Location: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation Options: Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge(upmarket)
Murchison River Lodge, Heritage Safari Lodge (mid-range)
Twiga Tales Safari Lodge, Parkside Safari Lodge (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Have an early morning breakfast and set off for the morning game drive where you will have a chance to see some of the interesting wildlife species that call the Park home including elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, bushbucks, waterbucks, elands, giraffes and warthogs among others. Return to the Lodge for lunch before setting off for the main highlight of the Park-the Nile boat cruise to spot the Nile crocodiles, hippos as well as unique bird species that will take your breath away. Also, the phenomenal appearance of the waterfalls will blow your mind and make you wish to spend more time in the Park.
Location: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation Options: Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge(upmarket)
Murchison River Lodge, Heritage Safari Lodge (mid-range)
Twiga Tales Safari Lodge, Parkside Safari Lodge (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Before you set off for Kibale Forest National Park, you will first have breakfast then check out of the Safari Lodge. Your journey will involve trans-versing through the magnificent Albertine Escarpments and enjoying the views of the cool countryside. Lunch will be within Hoima Town and arrival to Kibale Forest National Park in the evening.
Location: Kibale National Park
Accommodation Options: Primate Safari Lodge/Kyaninga Lodge (upmarket)
Chimps Nest Lodge, Forest Cottages (midrange)
Chimpanzee Guesthouse, Rweteera Safari Park (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Converge at Kanyanchu Visitor Center at 7:00 am after breakfast for a pre-tracking briefing before entering the jungles of Kibale Forest to search for mankind’s closest relatives. After 2-5 hours of tracking, you will hear them hooting or see them feeding, playing and grooming, and that’s when your cameras start rolling. Besides the chimpanzees, expect to see several primate species including the red-tailed monkeys, L’Hoests monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys and olive baboons
among others as well as birds, butterflies and tree species of interest. Return to the Lodge for lunch and check-out before starting your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park in the afternoon.
Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation Options: Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Safari Lodge (luxury)
Parkview Safari Lodge, The Baboon Resort (midrange)
Simba Safari Camp, Irungu Forest Safari Lodge (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Wake up to an early morning breakfast before heading for a game drive through the Kasenyi Plains where you are likely to spot the African lions and the elusive leopards, Uganda kobs, Elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks, Defassa waterbucks and warthogs in addition to at least 200 bird species. After this amazing 2-3 hours’ activity, head back to the Lodge for lunch and relaxation as you prepare to go for the boat cruise.
The boat cruise will be conducted within the Kazinga Channel where Hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and Uganda Kobs, as well as bird species like Kingfishers and shoebill storks, can be spotted.
Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation Options: Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Safari Lodge (luxury)
Parkview Safari Lodge, The Baboon Resort (midrange)
Simba Safari Camp, Irungu Forest Safari Lodge (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Have breakfast at leisure then check out of the Lodge before heading to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Uganda’s mountain gorillas’ capital) through the spectacular savannah grasslands of Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will pass through Ishasha sector to see the tree climbing lions as well as the buffaloes, elephants and Uganda Kobs. Have a lunch stop at Savannah Resort Hotel (Kihihi) and arrive Bwindi in the evening.
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accomodation Options: Buhoma Lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge (luxury)
Engagi Lodge, Gorilla Mist Camp Lodge (midrange)
Buhoma Community Rest Camp, Bakiga Lodge (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Due to the physical demands of gorilla trekking, you will need a hefty breakfast before proceeding to the Park Headquarters for a pre-tracking briefing at 7:00 am. Continue to the jungles at 8:00 am to track the adorable mountain gorillas in their natural habitat characterized by thick forest covered by mist. Trekking lasts 2-6 hours and once sighted, you will be required to spend only one hour with the allocated gorilla family to study their behavior and take photos then proceed to the Lodge to relax.
If time allows or are if you are still energetic, you will continue for a cultural walk to Batwa villages to be immersed in their ancient lifestyles and be entertained in their traditional dances.
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation OPtions: Buhoma Lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge (luxury)
Engagi Lodge, Gorilla Mist Camp Lodge (midrange)
Buhoma Community Rest Camp, Bakiga Lodge (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
On this day of the 9 Day Uganda & Primate Tour, you will have your usual breakfast and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park with a lunch stopover being at Igongo Cultural Center to have a taste of their signature traditional dishes. Arrive at the Park in the afternoon for the boat cruise to spot the hippos, Nile crocodiles as well as aquatic bird species.
Location: Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation Options: Mihingo Lodge, Mburo Safari Lodge (luxury)
Rwakobo Rock, Arcadia Lodge Lake Mburo (midrange)
Mburo Eagle’s Nest, Leopard Rest Camp (budget)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 9: Morning game drive and departure (last day of your 9 Day Uganda & Primate Tour)
Wake up to a cup of coffee or tea and embark for the game drive conducted through varying landscapes (rocky outcrops, acacia woodland and hillsides among others) where you will get the chance to see a variety of wildlife species including the zebras, giraffes, impalas, Topis, elands, waterbucks, bushbucks in addition to the bird species that call the Park home. Depart for Kampala after the game drive.
Location: Kampala/Entebbe
Accommodation: No
End of our 9 Day Uganda & Primate Tour
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Price Includes
Gorilla permit.
Chimpanzee permit.
Game drives
Ground transportation with 4WD Vehicle.
Boat cruises.
Bottled drinking water.
Accommodation and meals including the en-route ones.
Full-time English-speaking guide/driver.
Airport transfer (if only the flight is on the same day the safari ends).
Park ranger and entrance fees.
Batwa Community visit.
Relevant Government Taxes.
Price Excludes
Personal expenses such as cigarettes, drinks, laundry fees, tips, meals and accommodation not included in the itinerary and telephone fees.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees.
