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11-Day Luxury Primate SafariMade for the wild.

A premium primate journey through Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Mgahinga, with extended chimpanzee and gorilla experiences and carefully selected lodges.

11-Day Luxury Primate Safari

More than
just travel

4.9/5 traveler rating

Adventure with purpose

11 days
10 nights
Uganda
Destination
Luxury
Travel style
$19,740 USD
Per person

Detailed itinerary

Your 11 days adventure

Every day retains the activities, transfers, experiences, and practical notes from the original itinerary.

Arrival in Entebbe
01

Gateway to adventure

Arrival in Entebbe

Arrival & welcome

  • Arrive at Entebbe International Airport
  • Private welcome by your guide
  • Luxury transfer to Hotel No.5
  • Relax after your flight

Accommodation & briefing

  • Stay at elegant Hotel No.5
  • Enjoy premium amenities
  • Welcome dinner
  • Private safari briefing

Elegant arrival

Hotel No.5 offers sophisticated comfort and personal service for a restful first night.

Kibale Forest National Park
02–04

Kingdom of chimpanzees

Kibale Forest National Park

Chimpanzee immersion

  • Travel to Kibale Forest
  • Join multi-day chimpanzee treks
  • See red colobus monkeys and baboons
  • Take guided forest walks
  • Enjoy forest sunsets

Kibale Forest Lodge

  • Stay three nights
  • Comfortable eco-lodge setting
  • All specified meals
  • Community encounters
  • Excellent birding

Primate capital

Kibale protects 13 primate species and has one of Africa's highest primate densities.

Queen Elizabeth National Park
05–07

Wildlife & scenery

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Wildlife experiences

  • Drive or fly to Queen Elizabeth
  • Track Kyambura's Lost Chimpanzees
  • Cruise the Kazinga Channel
  • See hippos, crocodiles and birds
  • Join morning and evening game drives

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

  • Stay three nights
  • Deluxe accommodation
  • All specified meals
  • Private balconies
  • Sunset views

Conservation story

The isolated Lost Chimpanzees of Kyambura Gorge are central to a distinctive conservation story.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
08–10

Gorilla trekking in the Virungas

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Gorilla encounters

  • Travel to Mgahinga
  • Track mountain gorillas
  • Spend two full days in the region
  • Enjoy close wildlife encounters
  • Receive photography guidance

Mount Gahinga Lodge

  • Stay three nights
  • All specified meals
  • Community experiences
  • Views of the Virunga volcanoes
  • Relax between treks

Profound encounter

Time with mountain gorillas in the Virungas is an emotional wildlife experience few travellers ever forget.

Return to Entebbe
11

Departure day

Return to Entebbe

Final morning

  • Breakfast with mountain views
  • Pack and say farewell
  • Transfer to the airstrip
  • Optional light-aircraft journey

Entebbe & departure

  • Arrive in Entebbe
  • Optional souvenir shopping
  • Relax beside Lake Victoria
  • Transfer to the airport

Departure planning

Evening international flights work best; a day room or extra Entebbe night can be arranged.

Unforgettable experiences

Adventure highlights

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Tour details & accommodations

Your stays

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Entebbe · 1 night

Hotel No.5

Luxury

A sophisticated and restful start to the journey.

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Hot showers
Scenic views
Hotel No.5

Tour features

Why travel with WildMed

Private luxury tour

Exclusive service and premium accommodation

Primate focused

Extended chimpanzee and gorilla experiences

Flexible dates

Plan dates around your party

Customizable

Adapt flights, rooms and activities

What's included

  • Ten nights' premium accommodation
  • Private luxury transport and guide
  • Multi-day chimpanzee experiences
  • Kyambura chimpanzee tracking
  • Mountain gorilla trekking
  • Kazinga Channel cruise and game drives
  • Specified meals and park fees
  • Airport transfers

Primate permits are limited and should be secured well in advance. Gorilla trekking has a minimum age requirement of 15 years.

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Personal shopping and souvenirs
  • Tips for guides and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not mentioned
  • Personal expenses

Good to know

Trip preparation

Documentation, packing, health, fitness, and activity guidance retained from the original package.

Required documentation

Essential documents

  • Valid passport with 6+ months remaining
  • Uganda visa (available on arrival, USD $50)
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • Travel insurance with medical evacuation
  • Trekking permit confirmation supplied by WildMed

Medical requirements

  • Consult your doctor before travel
  • Recommended vaccinations up to date
  • Carry personal medication
  • Malaria prevention recommended
  • Comprehensive travel insurance required
Gorilla trekking packing list

Trekking gear

  • Waterproof hiking boots, broken in
  • Garden gloves for vegetation
  • Lightweight rain jacket or poncho
  • Small waterproof daypack
  • Walking sticks provided where required

Clothing

  • Long-sleeved shirts in neutral colours
  • Long quick-dry trousers
  • Warm fleece or jacket
  • Brimmed hat
  • Extra wool socks

Essential items

  • High-SPF sunscreen
  • DEET-based insect repellent
  • Camera with spare batteries
  • Personal medication
  • Small first-aid kit
Fitness & gorilla trekking rules

Physical preparation

  • Moderate fitness level recommended
  • Treks may last 2-8 hours
  • Expect uneven and muddy terrain
  • Prepare for humid forest conditions
  • Porters are available locally

Gorilla trekking rules

  • Maximum 8 visitors per gorilla group
  • Keep the required distance from gorillas
  • No flash photography
  • Keep voices low
  • Do not trek when unwell
  • Follow ranger instructions at all times

Transparent pricing

11-Day Luxury Primate Safari

Luxury primate safari
USD 19,740 per person
Premium accommodation
Included
Primate permits
Included
Private guiding and transport
Included
Estimated total per personSubject to season, availability and exchange rates
$19,740 USD*

Booking benefits

  • Priority primate permits
  • Dedicated safari planner
  • Premium room selection
  • Flexible payment schedule

Tour inclusions summary

  • Ten nights' premium accommodation
  • Private transport and professional guide
  • All listed primate and wildlife activities
  • Park fees, permits and specified meals
  • Airport and internal transfers

Important notes

  • Price based on double occupancy
  • Single supplement: $3,200
  • Premium upgrades from $500
  • Uganda visa: USD $50 where applicable
  • Permits are non-refundable once confirmed
  • A deposit is required to secure permits and accommodation
  • Balance is due before travel
  • Prices may change with season, availability and exchange rates

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