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4-Day Kibale Chimpanzee and Queen Elizabeth Safari

Uganda

4-Day Kibale Chimpanzee and Queen Elizabeth Safari

A four-day western Uganda primate and wildlife safari combining chimpanzee tracking in Kibale with game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

4 days / 3 nights Moderate level
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The experience

Safari Overview

This shorter western Uganda journey combines a guided chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest with savannah wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park. It is a practical option for travellers who want a primate encounter and a classic game-drive experience without adding the longer transfer to Bwindi. Chimpanzee permits, park entry, the selected activity schedule and accommodation must be confirmed for the travel dates.

The journey

Route and starting point

Entebbe or Kampala – Kibale Forest – Queen Elizabeth National Park – Entebbe or Kampala

Starts in Entebbe or Kampala
Ends in Entebbe or Kampala

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Tour type and activities

Tour type

Private Safari Wildlife Safari

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Why travel with us

Tour highlights

  • Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, subject to permit confirmation
  • Optional Bigodi wetland walk, subject to availability
  • Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Opportunity to add a Kazinga Channel boat excursion

Your journey, day by day

Safari itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Entebbe or Kampala to Kibale Forest

Meet your driver-guide and travel west towards Kibale Forest. Arrive at the lodge, review the tracking arrangements and prepare for an early start.

Accommodation
Kibale area accommodation

Meals: Meals as confirmed

Day 2

Day 2: Chimpanzee tracking and Bigodi

Attend the chimpanzee tracking briefing and join the guided forest walk, subject to a confirmed permit. In the afternoon, a Bigodi wetland walk may be arranged if time, local availability and the quotation allow.

Accommodation
Kibale area accommodation

Meals: Breakfast; other meals as confirmed

Day 3

Day 3: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Travel south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Depending on the arrival time and selected accommodation, enjoy an afternoon game drive or a relaxed evening in the park area.

Accommodation
Queen Elizabeth area accommodation

Meals: Breakfast; other meals as confirmed

Day 4

Day 4: Game viewing and return transfer

Enjoy an early game drive if included in the confirmed schedule, then begin the return journey to Entebbe or Kampala. A Kazinga Channel boat trip requires additional time and must be arranged as part of the final itinerary.

Meals: Breakfast

Know what's covered

What's included and excluded

Included

  • Road transport and driver-guide services only as specified
  • Three nights of accommodation and meals as itemised
  • Chimpanzee permit only when expressly listed and confirmed
  • Park entry, game drive and wetland walk only where included in the quotation

Not included

  • Chimpanzee permit and park fees unless expressly listed and secured
  • Kazinga Channel boat excursion unless included in writing
  • Flights, visas, insurance, tips, drinks and personal expenses
  • Optional activities and services not listed in the quotation

Plan your visit

Best time to travel

Chimpanzee tracking is available subject to permit inventory and park rules. Forest conditions vary with rainfall and season. Book the tracking permit first, then align the transfer and accommodation arrangements.

Before you go

Practical information

1

The route involves several hours of road travel between Entebbe or Kampala, Kibale and Queen Elizabeth.

2

Chimpanzee tracking involves walking on forest trails and may take several hours.

3

Uganda Wildlife Authority's general guidance sets a minimum age of 12 for chimpanzee tracking; confirm the current age rule for the selected activity and permit.

4

A Kazinga Channel boat trip can be added if timing allows.

Frequently asked questions

Is chimpanzee tracking included?
It is included only when the permit and activity are expressly listed and confirmed in the written quotation.
Will we visit the Kazinga Channel?
The boat excursion can be added subject to schedule and availability; it is included only if listed in the quotation.
Can we add gorilla trekking?
Yes, but the trip would need more days, a separate gorilla permit and a revised route.
How difficult is chimpanzee tracking?
It involves walking on natural forest trails; duration and terrain depend on chimpanzee movement and weather.

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