Gorillas, Chimps & Golden Monkeys
The ultimate East African primate adventure: three great-ape and forest-primate encounters across two countries.
Trip overview
Combine chimpanzee trekking in Uganda's Kibale Forest, mountain gorillas in Bwindi, golden monkeys in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park, and a Big Game wildlife cruise in Queen Elizabeth. A bucket-list circuit for serious nature lovers who want the full spread of primates in one journey.
Why you'll love it
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest
- Mountain gorillas in Bwindi
- Golden monkeys in the Volcanoes bamboo
- Kazinga Channel cruise and Ishasha tree-climbing lions
Day by day
Entebbe to Kibale Forest
Drive west through Fort Portal's tea country to Kibale, the primate capital of East Africa.
Chimp Trek & Queen Elizabeth NP
Morning chimpanzee trek in Kibale, then transfer south to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Game Drive & Kazinga Channel
Morning Kasenyi plains game drive, afternoon boat cruise lined with hippos, elephants and birds.
Ishasha to Bwindi
Drive south via Ishasha with its famous tree-climbing lions, continuing to Bwindi.
Gorilla Trek & into Rwanda
Early gorilla trek in Bwindi, then cross the border into Rwanda to Musanze.
Golden Monkeys & Culture
Morning golden monkey tracking in the bamboo, afternoon community cultural village.
Musanze to Kigali & Departure
Drive to Kigali with an optional city tour, then airport transfer.
What's included
Included
- Uganda gorilla & chimp permits
- Rwanda golden monkey permit
- Private 4x4, guide & all park fees
- 6 nights lodge, full board
- Kazinga cruise & border assistance
Not included
- Flights & visas (UG + RW)
- Optional Rwanda gorilla permit
- Travel insurance
- Porter fees, tips & drinks
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