4 Day Sky Route to Gorillas and Chimps
Chimpanzees at Kyambura Gorge and a mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi, using light aircraft to save the long drives.
Go beyond the expected.
The shortest way to see both of Uganda's great apes. You fly west from Entebbe, track chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge on the first day, trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi, and fly back to Entebbe on day four, so the days that would be spent driving are spent with the animals.
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge
- Mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Light aircraft transfers that replace two long road days
- A pop-up roof 4x4 for transfers on the ground
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers to and from Entebbe
- Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle and light aircraft transfers
- Chimpanzee tracking permit and mountain gorilla permit, subject to availability
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Guided activities as listed
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Confirm current park fees, permit availability, accommodation and pricing before booking, since these can change with season and demand. Access to remote areas should be confirmed before travel.
Day by day
Day 1 Entebbe to Kyambura Gorge
Entebbe and Kyambura Gorge
Your guide meets you at Entebbe airport. Transfer by light aircraft or road to the Queen Elizabeth area and track chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, a deep forested gorge on the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 2 Transfer to Bwindi
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, with a briefing from your guide on the gorilla trek and time to rest.
Day 3 Mountain gorilla trek
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After the ranger briefing, trek into the forest to a habituated gorilla family and spend one hour with them. Trek times vary from a couple of hours to most of the day.
Day 4 Return to Entebbe
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Entebbe
Return to Entebbe, with lunch included, in time for your flight.
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Questions about 4 Day Sky Route to Gorillas and Chimps
Do I need a visa to visit Uganda?
Most nationalities need a visa for Uganda, commonly available as an e-visa applied for online before travel. Requirements vary by nationality, so check the current official guidance for your passport well ahead of your safari.
How many days do I need in Uganda?
A focused gorilla trekking safari can work in as few as 4–5 days, but 8–12 days lets you combine gorilla trekking with chimpanzee tracking, a savannah park such as Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls, and some rest time. We shape the exact length around what you want to include.
How many national parks does Uganda have?
Uganda protects its landscapes and wildlife across ten national parks, ranging from the rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (home to mountain gorillas) to the savanna of Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest park.
How much does a gorilla trekking permit cost in Uganda?
Uganda gorilla trekking permits are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and priced separately from your safari cost. Permit prices and availability change periodically, so we confirm the current official rate and secure your permit as part of planning your safari: book several months ahead where possible, since permits for popular dates sell out.
What is the best time to visit Uganda?
Uganda can be visited year-round. The drier months (roughly December–February and June–September) are generally easiest for trekking and game viewing, while the wetter months bring lush scenery, fewer crowds and lower lodge rates. Gorilla trekking is possible in any month, since it happens in rainforest regardless of season.
What wildlife is Uganda known for?
Uganda is best known for mountain gorillas, it holds roughly half of the world’s remaining population, alongside strong chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and over 1,000 recorded bird species, an exceptional figure for a country of its size.