How much does gorilla trekking in Uganda cost?

Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda cost $700 USD per person during peak season (June-September, December-February) and $600 USD during low season. This includes park entry into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, professional guide services, and one hour with the gorilla family.

What is the best time to visit Uganda for a safari?

The best time for wildlife viewing and gorilla trekking is during the dry seasons: June to September and December to February. Trails are less muddy and animals gather around water sources.

How do I book a gorilla trekking permit?

Contact Satellite Adventures to book your gorilla permits. We secure permits from the Uganda Wildlife Authority and include them in your safari package. Book at least 3-6 months in advance as only 8 permits are available per gorilla family daily.

Is Uganda safe for tourists?

Yes, Uganda is safe for tourists. The country welcomes over 1.5 million visitors annually. Our experienced guides ensure your safety throughout your safari.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, bank transfers, MTN Mobile Money, and Airtel Money. A 30% deposit secures your booking with the balance due 60 days before travel.

Do I need travel insurance for Uganda safari?

Yes, comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all our safaris to protect against unforeseen circumstances including medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and lost luggage.

Chimpanzee Tracking Safari

Best of East Africa Safari

May 9, 2024

Gorilla Chimpanzee and Wildlife Safari

May 9, 2024

Published by SatelliteAdventures on May 9, 2024

Chimpanzee Tracking Safari

Safari Overview

What to Expect –> Chimpanzee Tracking, Bigodi Nature Walks

This 3 Day Chimpanzee Tracking Safari will take you to Kibale Forest National Park for a chimp trek. The safari is a reward to the primate lovers because of it’s high concentration of primates in the dense tropical rain forests of Kibale Forest National Park. The 3 Day Chimpanzee Tracking Safari gives you a chance to trek chimpanzees, Visit the crater lakes in the crater region, enjoy a cultural experience at Nyakasura caves, visit the Kings Palace, tour Fort portal town and also visit the tea estates. Don’t think twice about taking this experience into the heart of Africa. Talk to a consultant right now to get you started on planning.

Duration
3 Days/ 2 Nights
Wearing
Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking boots, hat, jacket and sunscreen
Location
Uganda
Safari Type
Guided, Private Safari
Price Included

Airport Transfers

Car hire

Services of an English-speaking guide

Refreshments like water

All accommodation & Meals

All activities

All Taxes /VAT

A professional driver /guide

Fuel

Chimpanzee permit

Drinking water
Price Excludes

Tips and gratuities

All items of personal nature

International flights

Alcoholic drinks

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

With an early breakfast at the lodge, transfer to Kibale Forest National Park which is a home to more than 13 primate species with about 1500 chimpanzees gazetted for trekking. This drive is really scenic with views of scattered homesteads, beautiful landscapes and rolling hills. On arrival, have dinner and overnight.

Accommodation:

Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge
Midrange: Primate Lodge
Budget: Kibale Forest camp

Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi wetland Nature Walk

After breakfast, join the rest of the visitors at Kanyanchu visitor center for early morning briefing before setting off for actual trek which may take you about 2 to 3 hours. You will be grouped into 6 members and assigned a park guide who then will take you through the entire trekking process in the jungles of Kibale Forest National Park. On the way, enjoy views of other primates especially the black and white colobus monkeys, red tailed monkeys as well as butterflies, birds and others, this is one of the most important activities on your Best of Uganda Safari.

After, the one hour of magical encounter, drive or walk, you will back to the lodge for lunch as you wait to embark on the afternoon visit to Bigodi wetland where you will have a chance to see birds and

primates.

Accommodation:

Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge
Midrange: Primate Lodge
Budget: Kibale Forest camp

Day 3: Departure

After an early morning breakfast you will start a long drive back to Kampala. It will be a long drive but there will be a stopover for lunch. After that we will proceed straight to Kampala or Entebbe and check in to your accommodation or for your outbound flight back home.

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Chimpanzee Tracking Safari

Best of East Africa Safari

Gorilla Chimpanzee and Wildlife Safari