Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest and mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi, compressed into a genuinely efficient three-night itinerary.
Uganda's two headline primate treks, chimpanzees in Kibale Forest and mountain gorillas in Bwindi, without the longer circuit some itineraries build around them. This is the most direct route between the two for travellers on a tighter schedule.
One of Africa's highest chimpanzee densities, in a forest also home to red colobus and L'Hoest's monkeys.
A closely regulated hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family in the Ruhija sector.
No detours — just the two treks, back to back, for travellers short on time.
Signature East Africa moments included or available as an add-on throughout your trip.
Morning drive to Kibale Forest National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon chimpanzee trek.
Drive south to the Ruhija sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, base for tomorrow's gorilla trek.
A guided trek through Bwindi's ancient rainforest to a habituated mountain gorilla family.
Drive back to Kampala, arriving in the afternoon or evening.
| Start Dates | Solo | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People | 7+ People |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year-round (permit-dependent) | n/a* | $1,950 | $1,800 | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 | Get Quote |
Price includes one gorilla trekking permit and one chimpanzee trekking permit per person. Estimated starting price — confirm current rates before publishing.
Other private journeys built on the same handpicked lodges and local expertise.
Everything travellers usually ask before booking this safari.
Yes — the drive between Kibale and Bwindi is a scenic day in itself, so the pace is brisk but not rushed. Travellers wanting more time in either forest should look at our longer Uganda circuits instead.
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