5 Days Chimp and Gorilla Habituation Experience Safari is tailor-made for those with a deep fascination for the world’s most captivating primates – the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. You will embark on a captivating adventure that first takes you to the southern reaches of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, specifically the Rushaga region. Here, you’ll engage in an immersive gorilla habituation experience, unlike any other on the planet. Unlike the conventional one-day gorilla trek, this park is the exclusive provider of the four-hour gorilla habituation encounter. Transitioning from the gorillas, the expedition proceeds to Kibale National Park. This leg of the adventure offers an entire day devoted to chimpanzee habituation. This is an opportunity to be part of the captivating process as these intelligent creatures familiarize themselves with human presence. You will immerse yourself in the distinct worlds of gorillas and chimpanzees, relishing the chance to compare and contrast these two remarkable experiences that Uganda has to offer.

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  Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  You will begin a 5 day chimp and gorilla habituation experience safari, where you’ll be greeted by an Aspire Africa Safaris driver guide upon arrival. The expedition kicks off in the early hours of the morning, punctuated by a picturesque stop at the Equator crossing for photography and a delightful lunch break in Mbarara town. Your journey then leads to the southern realm of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the current hub of gorilla habituation experiences. Traverse this captivating route, offering vistas of the rolling Kigezi hills and valleys as you journey towards Kisoro or the southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. As the day winds down, you will arrive at your destination in the late afternoon for a hearty dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

  Overnight: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp

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  Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  Dawn breaks with anticipation as you rise early and make your way to the park headquarters after breakfast. You will join fellow adventurers for a comprehensive briefing on the etiquettes and protocols while interacting with mountain gorillas during your habituation experience. Guided by researchers and expert guides, you will embark on a forest trek that may unveil a world of avian wonders, other forest denizens, and various primate species. Once the majestic gorillas are encountered, the next four hours are spent in their remarkable presence. You will immerse yourself in observation and discovery, potentially even participating in research activities like sample collection, naming individuals, and vocal communication. As the day wanes, you will return to the lodge for a well-deserved overnight stay.

  Overnight: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp

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  Day 3: Journey to Kibale National Park

  On this day, your expedition takes you from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to the captivating realm of Kibale Forest National Park. The scenic drive unfolds, offering glimpses of Uganda’s diverse landscapes. Arriving in the late afternoon, you’ll relish a delectable dinner and settle in for a comfortable overnight stay, with lunch enjoyed en route.

  Overnight: Ndali Lodge

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  Day 4: Full-day Chimpanzee Habituation Experience in Kibale National Park

  You will embark on an early morning adventure after a hearty breakfast, as you journey to Kibale National Park. Dive into an instructive briefing about the nuances of interacting with a community of chimpanzees. Guided by the expertise of the park’s guides and researchers, explore the forest’s depths and marvel at the potential sighting of the park’s other 11 primate species. A full day is dedicated to the captivating process of chimpanzee habituation. As the day concludes, you will return to the lodge for a comforting dinner and a well-deserved overnight rest.

  Overnight: Ndali Lodge

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  Day 5:Culmination a 5-day Chimp and Gorilla Habituation Experience Safari

  Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast before bidding farewell to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. On your way back to Kampala, make a stop for lunch and take a brief pause at the equator monument for a memorable photo opportunity. Depending on your departure arrangements, you will either be transferred to your lodge or to the airport for your journey back home.