This 5 Day Luxury Gorilla Habituation and Chimp trekking Safari grants ample time to engage with the captivating mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. The expedition commences in the southern region of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, specifically Rushaga, renowned for its gorilla habituation experience and ends in Kibale National Park for chimpanzee habituation. Here, guests revel in a remarkable four-hour interaction with the majestic mountain gorillas, a unique opportunity unrivaled elsewhere, surpassing the customary one-hour gorilla trekking encounter.

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  Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  Embark on the remarkable 5-day luxury gorilla habituation and chimp trekking safari, starting with a pick-up by your experienced Encounter Africa Safaris driver guide. The safari commences early in the morning, with a memorable journey that includes stops at the Equator crossing for photography and a lunch break in Mbarara town. As you travel towards the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where the gorilla habituation experience takes place, you will be treated to breathtaking views of the Kigezi rolling hills and valleys. In the late afternoon, you will arrive at your destination for a delightful dinner and overnight stay.

  Drive time: 8-9 hours

  Lodge: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp or Gorilla Safari Lodge

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  Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  Rise early in the morning and make your way to the park headquarters, where you will join fellow participants for a comprehensive briefing on the dos and don’ts during the gorilla habituation experience. Guided by researchers and knowledgeable guides, embark on an exhilarating trek into the forest. Along the way, you may encounter various bird species, other wildlife, and primates. Once you locate the gorilla group, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to spend four hours in their presence. Observe the researchers in action as they habituate the gorillas, and if circumstances permit, you may even be invited to participate in activities such as collecting samples, naming group members, and making calls. After this extraordinary encounter, return to the lodge for an overnight stay.

  Lodge: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp or Gorilla Safari Lodge

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  Day 3: Transfer to Kibale National Park

  On the third day of your 5-day gorilla habituation and chimp trekking safari, depart from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and journey towards Kibale Forest National Park. Enjoy the scenic drive and arrive at your destination in the late afternoon, where you will settle in for dinner and an overnight stay. Lunch will be provided en route.

  Overnight: Papaya Lodge or Kyaninga Lodge

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  Day 4: Chimp Trekking in Kibale National Park

  After an early breakfast, transfer to Kibale National Park for a briefing on the guidelines and protocols to follow while in the presence of a chimpanzee community. Embark on an exciting trek through the forest, with the opportunity to encounter up to 11 different primate species along the way. Spend an hour observing and photographing the chimpanzees before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.

  Overnight Lodge: Papaya Lodge or Kyaninga Lodge

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  Day 5: Conclusion of the 5-day Gorilla Habituation and Chimp Trekking Safari

  Following breakfast and depending on your departure flight details, embark on a 5-6 hour drive back to Kampala/Entebbe, marking the end of your remarkable 5-day gorilla habituation and chimp trekking safari in Uganda.