The 5 Days Chimpanzee Bigodi and gorilla trekking Itinerary describes as follows;
If you have your own group or a romantic getaway for 2 ? then you can choose your own departure date.
Kibale National Park is one of the best places in Uganda to see wild chimpanzees. Meet and greet the famous chimpanzees of Kibale National Park.
Kibale National Park is also a very good place to observe smaller primates like the black and white colobus.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Bigodi Swamp during a 3 hours wetland walk. With over 200 bird species, 8 primate species, mammals like bushpig, bushbuck
Day 1: Transfer to Kibale National Park.
Day 2: Chimps trekking and Bigodi swamp tour.
Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park.
Day 4: Gorilla Tracking / Afternoon Batwa community walk
Day 5: Transfer back to Kampala
End of 5 Days Chimpanzee Bigodi and gorilla trekking Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Kibale national park
5 Days Chimpanzee Bigodi and gorilla trekking Itinerary begins with:
Pick up from either hotel or airport and drive to Kibale forest national park that will take approximately six hours.
On arrival late dinner will be served at the lodge, with its scenic view of the forest, of Kibale national park.
Dinner and overnight at primate Lodge.
Day 2: Chimps Tracking – Bigodi Swamp Tour
Have early morning breakfast before departing to the park headquarters where you will be given a safety and tracking briefing.
You will then be taken by vehicle to a starting point, to commence your chimpanzee trek in the forest.
After this phenomenal wildlife experience, return to your vehicle on the edge of the forest, returning to primate lodge for lunch.
Take an afternoon swamp walk in Bigodi swamp sanctuary to sight some birds and other primates.
Dinner and overnight at Primate Lodge.
Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi impenetrable National park
Early breakfast prior to departing for Bwindi via Queen Elizabeth national park.
Then watch out for eye-catching big game on the way like elephants, buffalos, antelopes, warthogs and other wildlife.
In the afternoon, relax while having lunch in Kihihi town or take a walk to the bustling market of Kihihi.
Continue to Bwindi for ultimate gorilla experience.
Dinner and overnight at Broadbill forest camp.
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
Today we meet one of the world’s oldest peoples in a living history encounter with the famous Batwa tribe.
After a short briefing by the guides, you will proceed through the dense bush to trek for the opportunity to see the endangered animals in their natural habitat.
Enjoy the gorillas as they feed their young or play, then afternoon is at your leisure.
Dinner and overnight at Broadbillforestcamp ruhija
Day 5: Bwindi-Kampala
Depart after breakfast for Kampala, however depending on flight time, we can pass Lake bunyonyi for photos and later have a cup of coffee and photographs at the equator.
End of 5 Days Chimpanzee Bigodi and gorilla trekking Itinerary
Day 1 to Day 2:
High Range: Crater Safari Lodge, Kyaninga Lodge
Mid Range: Kibale Safari Lodge, Nyaika Hotel, Kibale Guest Cottages.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 to Day 4:
Up-market/Luxury: Mahogany springs, Buhoma lodge/ Mweya Safari Lodge
Mid-range: Broadbillforestcamp-ruhija,Haven lodge, Gorilla mist, Bakiga Lodge
Budget: Broadbillforestcamp-ruhija,Buhoma community rest camp, Trekkers tarvan, Primate Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5:
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
The trip includes
- Drinking water in the car
- Fluent English speaking Driver guide.
- Safari car 4WD
- Lunch on the safari
- Activity payments/ Bigodi swamp
- Pickups and drops
- Gorilla permit
- Community walk fees
- Park fees of Queen Elizabeth National park
- Fuel for the entire movements
- Super custom 4WD van / jeep on the safari.
The trip excludes
- International flights
- Laundry
- Tips given to staff
- Visas
- Drinks/Beverages
- Extra activities not included in the itinerary