Primate Safari Experience
5-Day journey to track chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in Uganda’s pristine forests
Package Overview
Embark on the ultimate primate adventure through Uganda’s ancient forests. This specialized 5-day safari combines chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest – the primate capital of the world – with the awe-inspiring mountain gorilla encounter in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Experience intimate encounters with our closest relatives while discovering over 13 primate species, from playful chimpanzees to gentle mountain gorillas, in their pristine natural habitats.
Experience intimate encounters with our closest relatives while discovering over 13 primate species, from playful chimpanzees to gentle mountain gorillas, in their pristine natural habitats.
5
Days
13+
Primate Species
Safari Highlights
Chimpanzee Tracking
Follow our closest relatives through Kibale's pristine rainforest
Mountain Gorilla Encounter
Life-changing experience with gentle mountain gorilla families
13+ Primate Species
Encounter the highest diversity of primates in East Africa
Forest Canopy Walks
Elevated walkways for spectacular forest and primate viewing
Primate Species You'll Encounter
Chimpanzees
- 95%
- Sighting probability
- Our closest relatives in their natural habitat
Mountain Gorillas
- 99%
- Sighting probability
- Gentle giants of the mountain forests
Red Colobus
- 90%
- Sighting probability
- Endangered colorful canopy dwellers
Black & White Colobus
- 85%
- Sighting probability
- Distinctive long-tailed forest primates
Blue Monkeys
- 80%
- Sighting probability
- Playful medium-sized forest monkeys
Red-tailed Monkeys
- 75%
- Sighting probability
- Agile arboreal acrobats
Grey-cheeked Mangabey
- 70%
- Sighting probability
- Loud calling forest dwellers
L'Hoest's Monkeys
- 60%
- Sighting probability
- Ground-dwelling forest specialists
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Primate Viewing Notes
Kibale Forest has the highest density of primates in Africa. While we can't guarantee specific sightings, the probability of encountering multiple species is extremely high. Early morning tracking offers the best opportunities as primates are most active.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Kibale Forest
Activities
- Early morning departure from Kampala
- Scenic drive through Ugandan countryside
- Stop at local markets and tea plantations
- Arrival at Kibale Forest National Park
- Check-in at forest lodge
- Afternoon nature walk in forest buffer zone
- Evening briefing about primate tracking
- Dinner at lodge with forest sounds
Accommodation
- Forest lodge in Kibale
Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Chimpanzee Tracking & Forest Exploration
Activities
- Early breakfast at the lodge
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
- Encounter with wild chimpanzee community
- Observe 13+ primate species during trek
- Lunch and rest at the lodge
- Afternoon Bigodi Wetlands bird walk
- Community visit to local village
- Evening relaxation and dinner
Accommodation
- Forest lodge in Kibale
Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Bwindi Forest
Activities
- Morning departure for Bwindi Forest
- Drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Game viewing en route
- Lunch in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Continue journey to Bwindi
- Arrival at Bwindi forest lodge
- Evening preparation for gorilla tracking
- Traditional Batwa cultural performance
Accommodation
- Forest lodge in Bwindi
Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Bwindi Forest
Activities
- Early breakfast and gorilla tracking briefing
- Enter Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Track mountain gorilla family
- One magical hour with gorillas
- Return to lodge for lunch and rest
- Optional forest nature walk
- Batwa cultural experience
- Farewell dinner celebration
Accommodation
- Forest lodge in Bwindi
Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Bwindi Forest
Activities
- Morning forest walk for bird watching
- Search for forest elephants and other wildlife
- Waterfall hike in the forest
- Lunch at the lodge
- Check-out and departure
- Drive back to Kampala
- Evening arrival and drop-off
- End of primate safari experience
Accommodation
- End of safari
Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Pricing Options
2 people
$3,100
- per person
- Total: $6,200
Conservation Impact
Habitat Protection
Your visit directly funds forest conservation and anti-poaching efforts, protecting critical primate habitats for future generations.
Community Support
Tourism revenue supports local communities, providing sustainable livelihoods and incentives for forest conservation.
Research Funding
Permit fees fund ongoing primate research and monitoring programs, advancing our understanding of these remarkable species.
Research Funding
Permit fees fund ongoing primate research and monitoring programs, advancing our understanding of these remarkable species.