This 4 Day Scenic Fly-In Chimpanzee Tracking Tour is a thrilling journey filled with encounters of habituated Chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park and rich cultural experiences. Whether you’re an avid wildlife enthusiast, a nature lover, or an adventurous traveler, this unique safari offers an unforgettable experience.
Safari Highlights:
- Chimpanzee trekking encounters.
- Community and cultural experiences.
- Countryside scenic experiences.
- Coffee and Tea experiences.
- Banana beer experience.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by our meet-and-greet lounge host who will ensure a seamless transition from the airport, and aid you through fast-track assistance with VISA, and luggage collection. After the immigration and baggage collection process, you will then be handed over to our driver guide to start your safari journey. You will transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel Number 5 (Luxury), Protea Hotel by Marriott (Midrange).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 2: Scenic Flight to Kibale National Park.
After breakfast at 0900hrs, you will be transferred to Entebbe to catch your scheduled domestic flight. This flight will take you directly to a remote Kasese airstrip (Depart: 1100-Arrival: 1400). This scenic flight provides spectacular aerial views of the expansive forests, mountains, and valleys. Upon arrival and landing, a 2hrs transfer will take you to a luxurious safari lodge near Kibale National Park.
Dinner and overnight at Kibale Lodge/Primate Lodge/ Chimpundu Lodge (Luxury), Turaco Tree Tops (Midrange).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking – Community and Cultural Experience.
On the second day after a paradisiac breakfast at 06h30, prepare for an exhilarating chimpanzee tracking adventure in the lush forests of Kibale. Kibale National Park is home to about 1,500 chimpanzees, along with 12 other primate species such as the black-and-white colobus monkey, red-tailed monkey, and grey-cheeked mangabey. You will transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by expert guides and rangers about the park’s rules, tracking techniques, and chimpanzee behaviors. Led by an experienced ranger guide, you will venture into the dense forest looking for chimpanzees. The tracking duration can vary from 1-4 hours depending on the movement of the chimpanzee groups. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you’ll have a precious one-hour window to observe these magnificent animals as you watch them swing through trees, groom one another, and communicate through vocalizations.
After lunch at 14h00, you will go for a village walk to immerse yourself in the interesting cultures of the community. This immersive activity features coffee plantation tours, a traditional healer experience, Basket weaving, and a cultural performance, wrapped by local banana beer/Gin production and tasting.
Dinner and overnight at Kibale Lodge/Primate Lodge/ Chimpundu Lodge (Luxury), Turaco Tree Tops (Midrange).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4: Return Flight to Entebbe – Departure.
On the final day, enjoy a leisurely breakfast at 1000hrs before being transferred to the airstrip to board your return flight to Entebbe at 1200hrs. This flight lets you take in the last breathtaking views of Uganda’s diverse landscapes, from rolling hills to dense forests and glistening lakes. Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will catch an international flight back home. Enriched with unforgettable memories you will say goodbye to the pearl of Africa.
End of the 4 Day Scenic Fly-In Chimpanzee Tracking Tour.
The 4 Day Scenic Fly-In Chimpanzee Tracking Tour includes;
1. All Permits and park entrance fees.
2. VIP meet and greet services.
3. Return Domestic flight to Kasese Airstrip.
4. All other activities as included in the itinerary.
5. Ground transport in a 4WD Safari vehicle.
6. All Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
7. All Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
8. English-speaking driver/guide.
9. Refreshments in the safari vehicle.
Exclusions.
1. All Tips to Hotels/Lodges/Camps staff and Safari Guide.
2. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks that are not accompanying meals.
3. International flight/s and departure taxes and other taxes.
4. Visa fees. Visas are available online or upon arrival at all Entry points.