11 Days Great Apes Uganda Rwanda Walking Safari

11-Day Walking  With Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda. Encounter chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in their natural habitat as you traverse the verdant highlands of Uganda and Rwanda. Accompany a primatologist to observe these remarkable creatures and monitor gorillas in the forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Volcanoes National Park. Sleep in exquisite lodges, ranging from a lakeside bungalow at the base of the Rwenzori Mountains to a hilltop eco-lodge with breathtaking views of Rwanda’s volcanoes.

Embark on an extraordinary expedition to the verdant highlands of Uganda and Rwanda to observe chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Monitor gorillas in the forests of Volcanoes National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park while studying chimpanzees alongside a primatologist. A lakeside house at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains or a hilltop eco-lodge offering panoramic vistas of Rwanda’s volcanoes are among the exquisite accommodations available.

Itinerary Highlights for the Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda

  1. Go on excursions with Aloyo Safaris Experts specialists to find endangered golden monkeys, gorillas, and chimpanzees.
  2. Observe the behaviors of chimpanzees closely in an escape affiliated with the Jane Goodall Institute.
  3. Engage with researchers at the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund’s Karisoke Research Centre to gain insights into current conservation initiatives and acquire a comprehensive understanding of Fossey’s 18-year research endeavor.

An Exhaustive Itinerary for Observing the Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda

Day 1 – 2: Entebbe, Uganda / Ngamba Island

From Entebbe International Airport (EBB), a shuttle will transport you to your hotel upon your arrival. Tour the Chimpanzee Sanctuary on Ngamba Island next day. This facility was constructed in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute to serve as a sanctuary for rescued and orphaned chimpanzees. Finally, visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Center.

Meals Included: Day 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodations: Lake Victoria Serena Resort

Days 3 to 4: Kibale National Park

Fly from Entebbe to Kasese to reach Kibale National Park, where our lodge is situated on a crater lake. Get to know Emily Otali, the Field Director of the Kibale Chimpanzee Project, and discover the various conservation and educational programs that National Geographic funds. Explore the park to observe chimpanzees, and visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary to seek other primates, including the rare l’Hoest’s monkey, as well as black-and-white colobus, red-tailed, and blue monkeys.

Included Meals: Daily Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodations: Lodge Kyaninga

Days 5 – 6: Kibale National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park

Allocate an extra morning for chimpanzee tracking. Prior to an afternoon wildlife cruise, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park and embark on a safari to seek elephants, lions, and Ugandan kobs.

Included Meals: Daily Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodations: Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Days 7 – 8: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The next morning, enter the park’s jungles, which harbor over fifty percent of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Position yourself amid these colossal beings to observe one of the planet’s most endangered species up close.

Included Meals: Daily Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodations: Bwindi Lodge, Four Gorillas Lodge

Days 9 – 10: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Arrive in Rwanda and reside in your exclusive villa overlooking the adjacent lakes and volcanoes. Engage with specialists at the Karisoke Research Center of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to gain insights into current conservation initiatives. The subsequent day, dedicate time to locating mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, where National Geographic’s Dian Fossey conducted 18 years of research on gorillas. Attend a traditional dance performance this evening.

Included Meals: Daily Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodations: Virunga Lodge

Day 11: Volcanoes National Park and Kigali

This morning, visit Volcanoes National Park with wildlife researchers in order to locate endangered golden monkeys. Proceed to Kigali International Airport (KGL) after lunch to board your flight back home.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Conclusion of the 11 Days: The Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda

What You Can Expect

Travelers must be in good physical shape and prepared for several hours of walking or hiking across uneven terrain on certain days, as this tour is rated with moderate activity.

Visitors would trek for up to 8 hours through the deep jungle at elevations reaching 10,000 feet in pursuit of primates. Treks can be demanding; the terrain may be rugged, irregular, wet, or sodden.

The minimum age limit for travelers is 15 years. Numerous extended driving days are anticipated, with the longest lasting seven hours and including multiple breaks.

Accommodations: During the Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda expedition, we sleep in strategically situated, upscale hotels and lodges equipped with numerous amenities.

Transportation: We have organized all transportation requirements for your stay in Rwanda and Uganda as detailed in your Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda excursion itinerary.

When engaging in solitary activities, one may opt to visit a location necessitating transportation. In such circumstances, your Expedition Leader will readily suggest suitable transportation alternatives.