7-Day Kibale Chimps & Queen Elizabeth Wildlife

Journey overview

Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale’s rainforest, then crater lakes, Kazinga Channel boat safari, and savannah game drives in Queen Elizabeth.

Gorilla permits lead the calendar. June–September and December–February are the more reliable trekking windows.

This is a starting point. We refine lodges, flying days and pacing around who is travelling, the season and how you like to spend a safari afternoon.

Regions on this journey

This route focuses on Kibale · Queen Elizabeth. We adjust lodge choice, flight legs and the number of nights in each area to match your season and travel style.

Planning notes

Travel style: Primates & classic parks. A core western Uganda circuit.

Climate

Uganda’s equatorial climate stays green for much of the year. Days are warm; forest treks can feel humid. Two rainy seasons — March to May and October to November — require sturdy footwear and flexible scheduling.

Best time to visit

June to September and December to February are the most reliable trekking windows. We secure permits early and build recovery nights around forest days.

Inclusions

• Accommodation as outlined
• Park fees where stated in your proposal
• Expert guiding on scheduled safari days
• Meals as specified in your final itinerary

Exclusions

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Premium drinks unless stated
• Gorilla/chimpanzee permits where applicable (quoted separately)
• Items of a personal nature