Overview
This 5day Gorillas and Chimps Trekking Safari takes you exploring the Kibale Forest National Park jungle, “the primate capital of the world”, to trek the wild but habituated chimpanzees and to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the home of the more than half the population of the World’s remaining 1004 Mountain Gorillas, to trek the gentle apes that share more than 90% of their genes with humans.
In between these two Gorillas and Chimps Trekking Safari highlights will be a nature walk in the Bigodi swamp to see other primates, colorful birds, rare plants and insects; and to view the picturesque lakes and landscapes in the crater lakes region around the National Park.
Safari Highlights
The unforgettable experience of trekking Mountain Gorillas and Chimpanzees in their natural habitats and observing them closely as they go about their daily routines.
Discovering Africa’s other primates and wildlife, colorful birds, rare plants and beautiful insects
Enjoying scenic views of the awesome volcanic landscapes and picturesque crater lakes
Meeting the local people to learn about their traditional activities and lifestyles.
Standing in two hemispheres at the same time at the Equator line
Activity Schedule
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe
Day 2: Travelling to Kibale Forest National Park- sightseeing.
Day 3: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest and nature walk in Bigodi swamp and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Day 4: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest & Batwa cultural experience
Day 5: Return Journey to Entebbe
Requirements for this Safari:
· A Visa – you can apply for the visa online.
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Travel &Health insurance – This should be arranged by you in your home country before you travel.
· Physical fitness
· Travelers must be at least 15 years old on the day of the trekking.
· Good physical, fit health and mental condition
· Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood.
· Insulated warm Jacket synthetic or down.
· Long Sleeve Shirt and Waterproof Pants.
· Footwear - Hiking.
The Safari package includes:
· Full board accommodation as per the itinerary
· 4WD safari vehicle
· Bottled drinking water
· Chimpanzee trekking permit/Ticket
· Gorilla trekking permit/Ticket
· Services of an English Speaking Driver/guide.
· Community visit fees
· Guided nature walks
· Return airport transfers.
· Insurance
The Safari package excludes:
· Other drinks apart from bottled water
· Laundry
· Tips to local guides
· Telephone expenses
· Porter fees while trekking Gorillas and chimpanzees
Entebbe International Airport