How To do Gorilla Habituation and Chimpanzee Trekking Safari In Uganda

Spending that extra time with the mountain gorillas would be the ideal wish for every tourist. Gorilla habituation offers you that special moment. Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest when combined with gorilla habituation makes an unforgettable African safari.

Gorilla Habituation Combo With Chimpanzee Trekking 5 Days

Day 1: Road Trip To Bwindi Forest For Gorilla Habituation

Wake up early for breakfast and your driver guide picks you from your overnight hotel. Enjoythe drive through Rwela the longest swamp in Uganda currently encroached by rice growers.

Make a stop at the equator to take a photo shoot while standing on both sides of earth at the same time. Perform a water experiment to prove the presence of the equator at that point.

Continue driving the bumpy roads that provide free Africa massage. Arrive late in the evening to check in and enjoy dinner.

Accommodation: Gorilla Safari Lodge/ Trekker’s Tarven

Day 2 Gorilla Habituation in Bwindi Forest

Wearing your gorilla trekking gears, not forgetting your packed lunch and carry sanitisers, head to the ranger guide station for briefing.

You will follow the group of researchers who help the gorillas get familiar with human presence. You are one of the lucky tourists for the day to do gorilla habituation.

Gorilla habituation take about 3 hours to 4 hours.  Follow the instructions from the researchers as they are more familiar with the wild gorillas.

Sometimes the gorillas go into hiding when an unfamiliar face comes there way but try to be patient. Assist in taking some notes for the day, try to stay close to the entire group so that you are not lost in the wilderness.

After your session, breakoff for lunch and return to the lodge to relax.

Day 3 Road Trip for Chimpanzee trekking Kibale National Park

Having experienced gorilla habituation in Bwindi Forest, embark on a road trip to Kibale National Park. The drive may last between 6 to 7 hours but very scenic as you get the chance to see the amazing rolling hills of Rwenzori.

Check into your lodge and prepare to meet the chimpanzees the following day.

Accommodation: Primates Lodge/ Kibale Safari Lodge/ Chimps Net Lodge

Day 4 Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park

Early in the morning, enjoy breakfast and head to the ranger station for briefing. You will be advised on how to behave while with the chimpanzees.

They have a big network that guards the rest of the community so in case they notice your presence, they hit the tree trunks to alert others. Other primates linger the forest like black and white colobus, vervet monkeys, red tailed mangabey, blue monkeys and so many others.

Finally when you get to meet the chimpanzees, watch the way they do there day to day activities like gathering food, grooming the infants and so much more. Chimpanzees are indeed the closest cousins of humans amongst animals.

You may also have the chance to watch them make nests for the night. It is very interesting to watch the chimpanzees take care of themselves.

Return to your lodge to rest.

Having spent your holiday time amongst the chimpanzees and gorilla habituation, drive back to Entebbe Airport to catch up with your flight back home.

What To Pack For Gorilla Habituation In Uganda

Garden gloves are a great gadget to protect your fingers from getting hurt. When you try to fall, you will have a secure grip on the creeping plants close by.

Wearing long trousers and camouflaged long sleeved shirt make it comfortable for you to walk in the muddy dirty ground.

Insect repellant will protect your skin from biting nettles in the wilderness.  

A mask is a must wear for gorilla habituation so that we prevent any chances of spreading any infection to the vulnerable mountain gorillas.

 A large brim hat will protect your hair from getting wet as dew drops from the lives all day.

A pair of stockings to tack in your trousers while you head for the forest to do gorilla habituation.

 Sound proof camera which is flashless will keep memories of your gorilla habituation experience.

It rains without warning in equatorial Bwindi forest so you need to carry a poncho or rain coat to protect you from getting so wet.

With a light water proof bag, you can secure your belongings while you move. You can keep everything together.

What is The best Time For Gorilla Habituation in Uganda

Gorilla habituation is an all year round activity but prior booking of your gorilla habituation permit is needed. Go through all the procedures that allow you to be with the mountain gorillas for over 3 hours.

Even if gorilla habituation is all year round, the peak seasons stand out like June to September and December are peak as the demand is overwhelmingly high.

During the low seasons that is February to May and November, the demand is relatively low. Even the prices for some accommodations are deducted too.

What Is the cost of gorilla habituation in Uganda

The cost of gorilla habituation permit at the moment is $1500 but you need to have accommodation booked closer. Even the means of transport to take you to Bwindi forest is requires. You may choose to take the road or book a daily flight from Entebbe or Kajjansi.

Other Activities to Do after Gorilla Habituation in Uganda

Spend some time off in Jinja home to the source of River Nile that beautifully supplies Egypt. The point where Lake Victoria water separates from River Nile water is dramatic and miraculous.

White water rafting on Itanda Falls is a super adrenaline stimulating site with different levels of tides for all categories.

Game drive are amazing in Uganda and following your experience with the mountain gorillas and the chimpanzees, you can plan to extend your stay in National parks.

Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth National park, Kidepo Valley National park, Lake Mburo National Park give you amazing moments while on your Africa Safari in Uganda.

If serenity is what you are looking for after the wilderness, Ssese Island in Lake Victoria would be the ideal place. There is cool clean water, amazing scenery, quiet environment just for you to enjoy a moment all by yourself.

When you wish to put additional to your gorilla habituation experience, Arch safaris And Tours consultant is ready to put together your perfect itinerary. Enquire Now