Primal Uganda
4 days / 3 nights
This 4-day primate safari is designed for those who want to stand face-to-face with Africa’s most iconic great apes. You’ll journey from the steep, mist-covered ridges of Bwindi, home to the mountain gorillas, to the ancient tropical canopy of Kibale, the primate capital of the world. It’s an immersive experience that moves from the deep silence of the gorilla forest to the lively, vocal energy of the chimpanzee communities.
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK
We’ll pick you up early from Kampala to begin the journey southwest. This is a long but beautiful drive of about 540 km, taking you through a huge variety of Ugandan landscapes. We’ll stop for lunch in Mbarara to stretch our legs before continuing into the Kigezi highlands, often called the "Switzerland of Africa" because of its steep, terraced hills. As we approach Bwindi, the air gets cooler and the scenery turns into a wall of dense, prehistoric green. You’ll arrive at your lodge in the evening, just in time for a warm meal and a good night’s rest before tomorrow’s big trek.
GORILLA TREKKING IN BWINDI
After an early breakfast, we’ll head to the park station for a briefing with the rangers. They’ll share tips on how to behave around the gorillas and what to expect in the forest. The trek itself can be a bit of an adventure, lasting anywhere from two to seven hours depending on where the gorilla family is moving that day. You’ll hike through thick vines and cross small streams until you finally come across them. Seeing a silverback just a few meters away is a moment you’ll never forget. You have exactly one hour to watch them play, groom, and eat before we head back to the lodge for a relaxed afternoon and dinner.
KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK
Today we leave the mountains behind and head north toward Kibale. The drive is about 350 km and takes us through some of the most scenic parts of western Uganda, including views of the Rwenzori Mountains and endless tea estates that look like giant green carpets. We’ll stop for lunch along the way, arriving at the edge of Kibale Forest by late afternoon. This park is famous for having the highest density of primates in Africa. You’ll check in and fall asleep to the sounds of the tropical forest, ready for your encounter with the chimpanzees in the morning.
CHIMPANZEE TREKKING & RETURN TO KAMPALA
We’ll start the day in the forest with expert guides to track a community of habituated chimpanzees. Unlike the quiet gorillas, chimps are loud and fast; you’ll likely hear their hooting calls long before you see them. Watching them swing through the canopy or socialise on the forest floor is an incredible experience. After the trek, we’ll grab a quick lunch and begin the drive back to Kampala. We’ll travel via the Fort Portal-Mubende road, a smooth route that gets us back to the city by evening, marking the end of your primate adventure.
PAYMENT TERMS
- A deposit of 70% is due at the time of booking. The balance of 30% is due two weeks prior to departure.
- Cancellation Policy- Days before the Trip
31- 21 days : 25% cancellation fee charge
20- 14 days: 50% cancellation fee charge
14 – 4 days: 75% .cancellation fee charge
- Please pay in US$ to:
Account Name: Loremi Tours
Bank Name: Absa Bank
Account Number: 6007363166
Swift Code: BARCUGKX
INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
- Transport
- English speaking community
guides - Meals
- All Acholi Experiences,
accommodation & activities
mentioned in the itinerary - Local Souvenirs
EXCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
- Airfare to and from Uganda
- Visa’s
- Travel Insurance
- All beverages except tea, coffee or
juice taken at breakfast where
breakfast is included. - Tips, gratuities and items of a
personal nature - Any activity, meal or accommodation
NOT mentioned in the itinerary.
WHAT TO BRING?
- There is no power supply in the village so please charge you cameras and phones to the brim before departure.
- Comfortable walking and hiking shoes.
- Sunglasses, hats and sunscreens.
- Spending money for additional activities, there are no banks where we are going.
- Beddings and toiletries for personal use during the trip.
- Additionally, carry a torch or a solar-powered light for nighttime, as there is no power supply in the area.
- Camping tents and sleeping bags. (Optional)
BASIC TERMS
This is a conscious tourism experience that will have your perspectives challenged and broadened as you experience a
new culture and hopefully gain fresh insights. Here are a few things you should know;
- We do our absolute best to keep to the Programme and timings but sometimes the weather/animals/roads/slow
rhythm of village life gets the better of us! - Respect of the community and local culture is paramount. We recommend modest clothes that covers the knees for
the ladies to avoid discomfort for the locals and some very long uncomfortable stares. - Taking of photos with consent from parties involved is also to be observed. We do not recommend taking photos of
children during the experience - The Ajulu Hill trail can be rough and the rock is pretty sun exposed during dry seasons, we recommend wearing long
sleeve shirts and pants - In the rural area , only pit latrines (hole in the ground) are available. P.S -Including squats in your exercise routine will
get you started for sure
