4 Days Uganda Chimp Tour – Kibale Forest National Park
If you are a primate lover, then this classic primate tour is best suited for you. The 4 Days Uganda Chimp Tour is a well-crafted tour that will allow you to experience Uganda’s chimpanzees in one of the most celebrated primate trekking locations in the world. This 4 Days Uganda Chimpanzee safaris takes you to two national parks famous for chimpanzee trekking (Kibale National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park). On this 4 Days Uganda Chimp Tour, you are also guaranteed to see several primates such as the Black and white Colobus Monkey, Red-tailed monkey, Blue monkey, and 10 other species. This Short Uganda 4 Days Chimpanzee trekking tour is best suited for those longing to experience Uganda’s Kibale Forest National Park, also known as the primate capital of the world.
This adventure combines primate viewing with savanna wildlife safaris in Uganda, as you will get a chance to see alll the big game during your visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park on this 4 Days Uganda Chimp Tour. You will also spot some members of the African Big Five Animals during your 4 days Classical Uganda wildlife and Chimp tour. You will visit both Kibale forest national park and Queen Elizabeth national park on this 4 days Uganda Safari. The journey begins and ends in Kampala.
Safari Highlights
- Drive from Kampala to Kibale Forest national park with a stopover in Fort Portal City.
- After breakfast at the lodge, go for Chimpanzee tracking in the Bigodi wetland of Kibale forest national park and transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park in the afternoon.
- Game drive in Queen Elizabeth national park for a classic Uganda wildlife safari.
- Boat ride at the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth national park and drive back to Kampala.
Activities and adventures on this tour
- Transfer from Kampala to Kibale National Park
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park
- Nature walks in Bigodi wetland for opportunities to spot various primate species and birdlife
- Road Trasfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Boat safari at Kazinga Channel
- Road transfer to back to Kampala
The Perfect packing list for this safari
- Lightweight, breathable clothing (neutral colors)
- Long-sleeved shirts and pants (for sun and insect protection)
- Warm jacket or fleece (for chilly mornings and evenings)
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Comfortable hiking boots or walking shoes
- Wide-brimmed hat or cap
- Sunglasses (UV protection)
- Insect repellent (DEET-based)
Detailed 4 Days Uganda Chimp Tour
Day 1: Drive from Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park with a stopover in Fort Portal City
Your 4 Days Uganda Chimp Tour Starts with a pick up from either Kampala or Entebbe. From here, you’ll embark on a transfer to Kibale National Park in western Uganda. The journey to Uganda’s Kibale National Park takes you through the stunning countryside with beautiful landscapes and sceneries. You’ll drive through Fort Portal, one of the popular tourist towns and if time allows, you can visit the ‘Amabere ga Nyina Mwiru Caves, the Karambi tombs, and Omukama’s palace.
From Fort Portal, continue with your drive to Kibale, arriving in the evening. Arrive at the lodge and check in. You’ll spend the rest of your day relaxing at the lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Destination: Kibale National Park
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Primate Lodge or Papaya Lake Lodge), Mid-Range (Tabebuia Resort or Turaco Tree Top), and Budget (Kibale Forest Camp or Kibale Bweza Lodge)
Meal Plan: Lunch & Breakfast
Day 2: Chimpanzee tracking, and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park in the afternoon
Today, you’ll embark on your long-awaited primate tracking experience. Wake up, have your breakfast at the lodge and after head to the park headquarters for a briefing session. After briefing, embark on a chimpanzee trekking experience in the dense forest of Kibale National Park. The trek lasts anywhere between 1 to 6 hours. As you trek through the forest, you’ll encounter several other forest inhibitors including various bird species, and primates. After a long trek in the forest, you’ll finally locate the chimpanzees and enjoy about one full hour of watching them.
After your time with the primates elapses, trek back to the starting point where your driver guide will be readily waiting to transfer you back to your booked safari accommodation. Enjoy a refreshing meal at the lodge and a short Rest. In the afternoon, embark on a transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a journey that takes about 3 hours. Arrive at the park by evening and proceed to your booked safari lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Elephant Plains or Honey Bear Bush Camp), Mid-Range (Aardvark Lodge or Twin Lakes Lodge), and Budget (Bush Lodge or Enshama Lodge)
Meal Plans: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park & afternoon boat cruise at Kazinga Channel
Wake up and go for the early morning game drive where you will see elephants, buffalos, antelopes, warthogs, lions, and leopards but rarely. Return to your lodge for breakfast.
In the afternoon, go on chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura where you will stroll the forests near the Chimpanzees.
You will also see several tree species as well as over 400 bird species. Return to your lodge for dinner and rest.
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Elephant Plains or Honey Bear Bush Camp), Mid-Range (Aardvark Lodge or Twin Lakes Lodge), and Budget (Bush Lodge or Enshama Lodge)
Meal Plans: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Morning Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park and drive back to Kampala
Wake up and go for a morning boat ride on the Kazinga channel where you will see herds of Elephants and Buffalos as well as Antelopes, Hippos, and various bird species.
After this adventure, return to your lodge and begin your journey back to Kampala city.
End of the 4 Days Uganda Chimp Tour
4X4 Luxury Safari Land Cruiser
We have luxury latest Land cruisers each driven by professionally trained driver guides and fuel. Our Vehicles have pop-up roofs for proper game viewing and photography. The safari cars come with a small fridge for cooling your drinking water while on safari (which is always included while In the Vehicle). They have inverters for charging small gadgets such as smartphones and cameras. They can seat five to a maximum of seven people and each client is guaranteed a window seat.
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