6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience

Chimpanzee Habituation, Mountain Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Encounter

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey deep into the emerald rainforests of Uganda with this extraordinary 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience. Designed by Deks Safaris & Tours Ltd, this luxury primate safari is a curated immersion into Uganda’s most iconic natural and cultural experiences. From the mysterious shoebill stork expedition in Mabamba Swamp to the enchanting rainforests of Kibale Forest National Park and the breathtaking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, this safari promises unmatched close encounters with some of the world’s most intelligent and endangered species.

This 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience itinerary combines the rare Chimpanzee Habituation Experience, allowing up to four hours with our closest relatives in the wild, with the world-famous Mountain Gorilla Trekking adventure, an unforgettable moment where you meet face-to-face with gentle giants in their natural habitat. Beyond primates, you’ll delve into authentic cultural interactions through the Batwa cultural experience, discovering the stories and survival skills of the forest’s original dwellers.

Fly-in transfers, hand-picked eco-luxury lodges, and personalized guiding elevate this primate safari into a seamless, immersive, and luxurious journey. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, seasoned explorer, or a first-time traveler to Africa, this 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience offers the perfect blend of wildlife adventure, cultural discovery, and relaxation, all wrapped in the rich biodiversity and scenic splendor that makes Uganda the true “Pearl of Africa.”

 

6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience Highlights

Day Activity Accommodation
Day 1 Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Relaxation at Lake Victoria Hotel Adams Hotel Entebbe
Day 2 Shoebill Stork Tracking in Mabamba Swamp – Fly to Kasese – Transfer to Kibale Forest Turaco Treetops Kibale Lodge
Day 3 Full-Day Chimpanzee Habituation Experience & Bigodi Wetland Walk Turaco Treetops Kibale Lodge
Day 4 Scenic Drive to Bwindi Forest – Batwa Cultural Experience Engagi Gorilla Lodge
Day 5 Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Lodge Leisure Time Engagi Gorilla Lodge
Day 6 Morning Leisure and Domestic Flight to Entebbe – Departure None
Tour Quotation Based on Two People Sharing

 

 Rate Per Person: US$4,312
Total for Two: US$8,624

Detailed 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Relaxation at Lake Victoria Hotel

Relaxation at Lake Victoria Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by a professional representative from Deks Safaris & Tours Ltd. After a short briefing, you’ll be transferred to the luxurious Adams Hotel, a colonial-style property nestled in lush gardens near the shores of Africa’s largest lake. This elegant hotel provides a peaceful atmosphere for recovery from your international journey and a soft landing into Uganda’s warm hospitality.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure as you relax by the pool, enjoy views of Lake Victoria, or indulge in a rejuvenating massage at the in-house spa. The hotel’s fine dining restaurant offers a fusion of Ugandan and international cuisines to delight your palate. If time allows, you may opt for a short optional excursion to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, perfect introductions to the country’s floral and faunal diversity.

Your overnight stay sets the tone for the incredible 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience ahead—calm, stylish, and intimately connected to nature.

  • Accommodation: Adams Hotel Entebbe
  • Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Shoebill Stork Tracking in Mabamba Swamp – Fly to Kasese

Fly to Kasese and Transfer to Kibale Forest

Your day begins early with a scenic drive to Mabamba Swamp, a Ramsar-listed wetland located on the northern shore of Lake Victoria. Here, you will board a traditional wooden canoe, gliding silently through papyrus-lined channels in search of the elusive shoebill stork, one of the world’s most sought-after bird species. Other wetland bird species like the African jacana, malachite kingfisher, and blue-breasted bee-eater are also commonly sighted.

Following this magical birding expedition, you will transfer back to Entebbe for your scheduled domestic flight to Kasese Airstrip, located near the Rwenzori Mountains. The scenic flight offers spectacular aerial views of Uganda’s lush countryside and crater lakes.

Upon landing, a private driver will transfer you to Turaco Treetops Lodge, nestled at the edge of Kibale Forest National Park. This eco-luxury lodge offers a perfect blend of comfort, nature, and panoramic forest views, making it an ideal base for the next day’s primate adventures.

  • Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Kibale Lodge
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full-Day Chimpanzee Habituation Experience & Bigodi Wetland Walk

Chimpanzee Habituation Experience & Bigodi Wetland Walk

Today is dedicated to a truly immersive primate experience. After an early breakfast, you will head into Kibale Forest with a team of researchers and trackers for the Chimpanzee Habituation Experience (CHEX). Unlike standard chimp tracking, this unique activity allows you to spend up to four hours with a semi-habituated chimpanzee family, observing their behavior from the moment they leave their nests, feed, groom, patrol, and even display social behaviors in their natural environment.

This deep wildlife experience not only offers incredible photo opportunities but also promotes a profound understanding of chimpanzee ecology and conservation efforts in Uganda. You’ll return to the lodge for a warm lunch and some rest.

In the afternoon, embark on a guided Bigodi Swamp Walk, a community-based conservation initiative that offers fantastic birding and encounters with monkeys such as red colobus, L’Hoest’s, and black-and-white colobus. The walk also includes interactions with local community members, giving you insights into their traditions, crafts, and conservation initiatives.

  • Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Kibale Lodge
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Scenic Drive to Bwindi Forest – Batwa Cultural Experience

Batwa Cultural Experience

After breakfast, check out and enjoy a scenic road transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through the rolling hills, crater lakes, and banana plantations of western Uganda. The changing landscapes, terraced highlands, and small bustling towns provide a fascinating window into rural Ugandan life.

In the afternoon, you will engage in a heartwarming Batwa Cultural Experience, a guided interpretive walk led by Batwa elders and guides. The Batwa pygmies, believed to be among the first inhabitants of the forest, will share their traditional stories, songs, hunting techniques, and medicinal knowledge, offering a respectful and moving cultural immersion. Their resilience and efforts to preserve their culture in the face of displacement highlight the deep human history embedded in this ancient forest.

You will then retreat to Engagi Gorilla Lodge, perched on a forested hillside offering sweeping views of the misty jungle. Unwind by the fireplace or enjoy dinner with views of the treetops, where gorillas may roam.

  • Accommodation: Engagi Gorilla Lodge
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Lodge Leisure Time

Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After an early breakfast and a short briefing at the park headquarters, you’ll set out for the highlight of your 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience —the Mountain Gorilla Trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accompanied by an experienced ranger guide and trackers, you’ll trek through the dense foliage and steep ridges of the forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek may take between 2 to 6 hours depending on the movement of the gorillas. Once found, you’ll spend one awe-inspiring hour observing them as they feed, rest, groom, and interact. The emotion of locking eyes with a silverback or watching a playful infant clamber through the vines is profoundly moving and unforgettable.

Return to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch and a leisurely afternoon to rest, reflect, or enjoy a massage as you soak in the tranquility of Bwindi’s jungle sounds.

  • Accommodation: Engagi Gorilla Lodge
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Morning Leisure and Domestic Flight to Entebbe

Departure

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge as you take in your final views of Bwindi’s enchanting landscape. Depending on your flight schedule, you may opt for a short forest walk or spend the morning lounging on your private veranda.

Later, transfer to Kihihi Airstrip for your scheduled domestic flight to Entebbe International Airport, where you’ll connect to your onward flight home. If time allows, a farewell meal at a lakeside restaurant near Entebbe can be arranged upon request.

This concludes your 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience, a journey that has offered intimate encounters with wildlife, heartfelt cultural interactions, and moments of tranquil luxury in the wild heart of Africa.

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast

6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience Inclusions and Exclusions

Safari Inclusions

Safari Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Uganda tourist visa fees ($50)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, souvenirs)
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Pre- and post-tour accommodation (if required)

Tour Quotation Based on Two People Sharing

  • Rate Per Person: US$4,312 | Total for Two: US$8,624

Book with Confidence – Travel with Deks Safaris & Tours Ltd

With over a decade of expertise in crafting customized luxury safaris in Uganda, Deks Safaris & Tours Ltd is your trusted partner in delivering authentic, immersive, and safe wildlife adventures. This 6-Day Uganda Primates Safari Experience is more than just a holiday—it’s a deeply personal journey through the ancient forests and vibrant cultures of East Africa.

Ready to plan your unforgettable primate encounter? Contact Deks Safaris & Tours Ltd today and let the journey begin.