8 Days GREAT APES EXPEDITION

A dream safari that brings you face-to-face with gorillas and chimpanzees—Uganda’s most iconic primates, in two extraordinary national parks.

8 Days

7 Nights

Itinerary at a ​Glance

Day 1: Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • Drive from Kigali into Uganda via Cyanika.
  • Evening forest walk or rest at the lodge.
  • Lodge: Buhoma Lodge or similar.

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Adventure

  • Spend the morning tracking and observing a gorilla family.
  • Afternoon at leisure or spa.
  • Overnight in Bwindi.

Day 3: Drive to Kibale Forest via Queen Elizabeth NP

  • Scenic drive through savannah and crater lakes.
  • Stop for photos and wildlife sightings.
  • Lodge: Primate Lodge Kibale.

Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetlands

  • Track playful chimps in Kibale Forest.
  • Afternoon guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.
  • Overnight in Kibale.

Day 5: Optional Village Experience & Leisure

  • Morning visit to local coffee or vanilla farms.
  • Relax at the lodge or nature walk.
  • Overnight in Kibale.

Day 6: Return to Bwindi or Continue to Entebbe

  • Choose to fly back to Entebbe or drive back to Rwanda.
  • Final overnight at Lake Bunyonyi or Entebbe.

Day 7: Departure

  • Transfer to the airport for international departure.

Highlights

  • Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Batwa Cultural Experience
  • Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga
  • Scenic drive from Kigali to Uganda
  • 🏡 Stay at 3 Handpicked Lodges | 🌍 Explore Bwindi, Mgahinga, Lake Mutanda

Why Travel with Lango Safaris?

  • Ethical & Respectful: Strictly follow gorilla trekking rules to protect both guests and primates.
  • Community-Centric: Your visits help uplift local communities through responsible tourism.
  • Expert Guidance: Our seasoned trackers and guides ensure an immersive, safe experience.
  • Flexible Extensions: Add extra days for cultural immersion or connect to Uganda, Kenya, or Tanzania for a full East African circuit.

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of a Lifetime?

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