6 Days Primate Uganda Safari
from $1850 per person
This safari is ideal for travelers who want to experience Uganda’s full primate circuit in a short but well-balanced itinerary. It combines chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, wildlife game drives and a Kazinga Channel boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and the once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi. It is one of the most rewarding safari routes for photographers, wildlife lovers, and adventure seekers looking for diversity in one journey.
Safari Details: 6 Days Primate Uganda Safari
Overview
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Destination: Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park & Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
Safari Type: Primate Safari & Wildlife Expedition
Start Point: Entebbe International Airport or Kampala
End Point: Entebbe International Airport or Kampala
Main Activities: Chimpanzee tracking, gorilla trekking, game drives, boat cruise, nature walks, wildlife viewing
Accommodation: Luxury, Mid-range, or Budget Safari Lodges
Best Time to Visit: June to September & December to February
The 6 Days Uganda Primate Safari is one of the most complete wildlife and primate experiences in East Africa, combining chimpanzee tracking, classic savannah game drives, a boat safari, and the world-famous mountain gorilla trekking adventure. The journey takes travelers through Uganda’s most iconic national parks, each offering a completely different ecosystem and wildlife experience.
From the dense rainforests of Kibale Forest National Park, home to over 1,500 chimpanzees, to the vast savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park, and finally to the mist-covered jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, this safari delivers a powerful mix of adventure, nature, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Detailed Itinerary: 6 Days Primate Uganda Safari
Day 1: Entebbe or Kampala – Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, meet your safari guide and begin the journey to Kibale Forest National Park, famously known as the “Primate Capital of the World.”
The drive passes through Uganda’s beautiful countryside, rolling hills, roadside markets, banana plantations, and tea-growing regions. A stopover in Fort Portal offers scenic views of crater lakes and the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Upon arrival in Kibale, check into your lodge and relax in the peaceful rainforest environment.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge in Kibale Forest National Park
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
After an early breakfast, proceed to Kibale Forest headquarters for a briefing before starting chimpanzee tracking.
The forest is rich with biodiversity and offers sightings of chimpanzees, red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and numerous bird species. The tracking experience is active, immersive, and deeply connected to the forest ecosystem.
After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and later visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided nature walk. This wetland is famous for primates, birds, butterflies, and rich swamp vegetation.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge in Kibale Forest National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Kibale Forest – Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, depart Kibale and drive toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through crater lakes, open countryside, and scenic savannah landscapes.
Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the park’s plains. Expect to see elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, lions, hyenas, and possibly leopards depending on luck and timing.
The park’s scenery includes open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and volcanic crater lakes, creating one of Uganda’s most diverse safari environments.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
After an early breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, one of the best wildlife viewing areas in the park.
Later return to the lodge for lunch before heading out for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This natural waterway connects Lake Edward and Lake George and is famous for its extremely high concentration of hippos and crocodiles.
Elephants and buffaloes are often seen drinking along the shores, while birdlife is abundant throughout the channel.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, begin the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through the Ishasha sector, which is famous for tree-climbing lions.
Continue through the Kigezi Highlands with terraced hills, misty valleys, and rural settlements that reflect Uganda’s highland beauty.
Arrive in Bwindi in the afternoon and relax at your lodge while preparing for the next day’s gorilla trekking experience.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking – Return to Kampala or Entebbe
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the forest for gorilla trekking.
The trek may take several hours depending on the movement of the gorilla family. Once located, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat as they feed, interact, and move through the forest.
After the experience, return to the lodge, check out, and begin the journey back to Kampala or Entebbe with a stopover for lunch and scenic photography along the way.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Trip Includes
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Chimpanzee tracking permit
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- All meals as specified in the itinerary
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Park entrance fees
- Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
- Bigodi Wetland nature walk
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Government taxes and conservation fees
Trip Excludes
- Visa’s at boarder points
- Charter flights
- Travel insurance
- Air transportation
- Drinks, Laundry
- Telephone calls
- Tips and any other personals extras that are not included in the itinerary.
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What our travelers say
Robert KVerified
Bucket list seeing the Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Just an awesome trip . Everything went smoothly from booking to the end . All was as promised never missed anything , always on time , friendly etc. resort that was recommended was perfect , great food , comfortable . Saw the gorillas easily all was perfect . Jonathan the owner even took me in Kampala to buy the right clothes , took me him self . Noel and driver were excellent , never an issue they really cared. I trust this company , will use them again and highly recommend .
Maltes TravellerHighly recommended We had a wonderful experience with Jonathan. He welcomed us at the airport and took great care of us from the moment we arrived until the end of our trip. The selection of hotels was impeccable, and the route he designed was perfectly planned. Jonathan is extremely knowledgeable about wildlife and went the extra mile to make sure we saw lions and all of the Big Five during our visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park. He was always attentive, patient, and eager to make our experience unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide — highly recommended!
bharti nExceptional experience, enriching and truly unforgettable. From the moment we landed we received a warm welcome. Jonathan was friendly and readily available to answer any queries throughout our trip. He was incredibly accommodating with our requests to visit schools, residences ensuring that we achieved everything we wanted from the trip. We had a great time with Jonathan and driver Isaac. Jonathan was very funny and very knowledgeable he became part of the family and the time just flew whilst we were there, we felt safe at all times. The food at each venue catered for all our needs. Definitely leant a lot on this trip. Just need to be aware that food ordered in restaurants do take a long time as they make it from scratch so if pushed for time might be advisable to pre order. We had unforgettable holiday and this company went above and beyond to make every moment special. I would recommend them to anyone.
vjparGreat service from this local company We done a road trip across East Africa from Uganda to Tanzania. Jonathan and his team facilitated our trip across Uganda and Kenya which proved to be a very enjoyable experience. Guided knowledge provided by Jonathan was excellent as was his humor and wit. We always felt safe and informed, he managed the journey very well indeed. We would definitely use Jonathan's services again.
Adam John SmithMagical Uganda Safari Journey – February 2025! I had an unforgettable experience with Ababa Uganda Safaris! From the moment I arrived, everything was well-organized, and the team was incredibly friendly and professional. The tour guides were knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about the wildlife and culture. Seeing gorillas up close in Bwindi and exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park was a dream come true. The accommodations were comfortable, and every detail was taken care of. I truly felt immersed in Uganda’s beauty without any stress. If you're planning a trip to Uganda, I highly recommend Ababa Uganda Safaris for a seamless and memorable adventure!
MadhviVerified
.gorilla trek Our KQ flight was horribly delayed. From 2.30 pm to arriving @ almost 3 am the following day. Jonathan kindly arranged for airport pick at this early hour of day and even rescheduled our departure for bwindi so we could get some rest. That was very accommodating.the drive to bwindi was a long drive -11 hrs- n he informed hotel of our late arrival. The lodge he chose for us was good and comfortable. However the vehicle for transporti g us could be better as it was quite hot without air conditioning. Gorilla trek was good but tough. Overall Ababa safaris were very accommodating. I wouldrecommend them. The hotel in Kampala- Speke hotel leaves a lot to be desired
mo-marvinSuch a wonderful experience!! My family and I contacted Jonathan to help us plan our first Murchison Falls safari. Jonathan arranged our transport from Kampala, with a stop at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary and guided game drives through Murchison falls. Ronnie, our professional driver and guide, was very knowledgeable and paid close attention to details to make us comfortable. He met with us a day before takeoff to answer any outstanding questions and recommended a time for us to set off to avoid any traffic. His experience made our trip even more enjoyable because we knew what to expect for entry fees into the park, where to stop to use clean washrooms, eat good food, and also what side of the boat cruise to sit on for the best views! We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, job, rhinos, buffaloes and many other animals. We would definitely go with them for our next safari in Uganda! They had great communication, value for money, professionalism, knowledge of the industry and were very reliable.
Katelyn OA must-hire company! Punctual, professional, great communication. We used Ababa Safaris for a trip from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park. I would HIGHLY recommend! Our driver picked us up in a large safari vehicle with a pop up roof. The driver was very punctual and had excellent communication while preparing for the trip and during the trip. Ronnie took us to a nice restaurant for a rest stop that had clean bathrooms and good food. He was friendly with many people we met along the way at the Rhino Sanctuary, on the safari trails, and at our chosen lodging. It felt as though he had good connections with people, which we took as a good sign. Ronnie was very knowledgeable about the best places to see the animals and gave us a great safari experience. As the person in the family who does much of the planning, it was a very enjoyable experience to hand all of that over to Ababa and really get to enjoy myself.
HoehlenhonkAnimals and beautiful nature in Uganda and Rwanda From being picked-up from Entebbe airport in the middle of the night until the drop-off eleven days later in Kigali it was a perfect tour. Jonathan, our guide, and the driver Moses was a perfect team - very friendly, knowledgable and always in time. We visited Entebbe for a tour through the botanical gardens and the zoo, did safaris and boat trips in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth NP and did trekkings to the chimpazees in Kibale and to the mountain gorillas in Rwanda. The primates are a must visit when you travel to this region. It's expensive but worth every dollar. The safari parks are of course not as rich in animals as for example the Masai Mara. But they are much cheaper, there are much lesser tourists and nevertheless it doesn't become boring regarding animal sightings. We saw a lot of different antelopes, beautiful giraffes, lions, many elephants, buffalos, a lot of hippos and crocodiles and much more. The choice of hotels was very good, simple and cheap where there was only a short overnight stay and a bit more expensive where it was worth to spend the money for staying close to the places of interest, e.g. close to the starting point for primate trekkings or in the middle of QENP and Murchison NP for not loosing game-drive-time.
Dilip PUGANDA SAFARI WITH ABABA We had a nice holiday with ABABA SAFARI in Uganda it was a nice experience in Uganda and the travel agent as well especially Jonathan was our tour guide very nice person he was always very helpful and kind. we traveled about 1200km but had no problem I am a vegetarian and wherever we go he always arranges something for me i recommend them at and competitive price I give them a 5-star