10 Days, Primates & Volcanoes Trekking (Fly-in)

Visiting Mgahinga NP, Bwindi Impenetrable NP and Queen Elizabeth NP

Fly Between Destinations,
Trek Uganda’s Primates & Hike The Virunga Volcanoes

The Virunga Volcano Mountains, along the Rwanda, Uganda, and DR Congo borders, form one of the most beautiful landscape views on the continent. This trekking primates & hiking Volcanoes trip takes you hiking either one of the three, Mt. Muhavura ( 4,127 m), Mt. Gahinga (3,474 m), or Mt. Sabinyo (3,634 m). On the trip, you’ll trek the cute little endangered golden monkeys in Mgahinga, the elusive mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and the chimpanzee bands in Kyambura Gorge found in Queen Elizabeth NP. You’ll also take a game drive and boat safari in the savannah park. The trip starts and ends in Entebbe, Uganda.

Highlights:

  • Scale the heights of majestic Virunga Volcanoes and see the green blanket of central Africa from the skies.
  • An unforgettable encounter with the Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Golden Monkeys of Mgahinga National Park
  • Search and spend time with Chimpanzee troops of Kyambura Gorge
  • Take Savannah Game Drive and Boat safari in QENP
  • You’ll travel by air between attractions far apart and transfer by 4×4 safari truck
  • Meet, explore and learn from the local communities in the outskirts of Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga National Parks
  • Support sustainable tourism initiatives

Included

  • Transportation, local flights, and 4×4 vehicle transfers
  • Accommodation and Meals as per itinerary
  • English Speaking Guide

We will process the trekking permits on your behalf from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA).

Please carry a pack of N95 Facemask and hand sanitizer with you. You’ll be required to have a negative PCR COVID-19 test certificate issued within 72 hours of your arrival in the country, and keep your mask on when with animals and people crowds. You’re are requested to adhere to COVID Operating procedures to keep you safe during your trip.

Your walking safari at a glance

DayRoutes/activitiesAccommodationMeal Plan
Day 1Arrival in Entebbe and
transfer to the Guest House
– Optional Exc. to Mabamba
Swamps
Papyrus Guest HouseBed & Breakfast
Day 2AeroLink Flight
Entebbe/Kisoro. Optional
Community Walk
Gahinga LodgeFull Board
Day 3Hike Mt Sabinyo/ Mt
Muhavura/ Mt Gahinga
Gahinga LodgeFull Board
Day 4Golden Monkey trekkingNkuringo Bwindi Gorilla
Lodge
Full Board
Day 5Hike & canoe on Lake
Mutanda or community
walk,
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla
Lodge
Full Board
Day 6Gorilla trekking- Nkuringo
or Rushaga gorilla groups
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla
Lodge
Full Board
Day 7Hike across Bwindi
Impenetrable Forest to
Buhoma
Mahogany SpringsFull Board
Day 8QENP. Game drive, Ishasha
sector and Kasenyi sector
Kasenyi Safari CampFull Board
Day 9Queen Elizabeth NP:
Morning Chimps Trekking
and boat safari in Kazinga
Channel
Kasenyi Safari CampFull Board
Day 10Aerolink flight to Entebbe,
Outbound Flight
Papyrus Guest HouseFull Board

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    Please make sure you have your facemask on when in contact with animals, especially the endangered creatures. Without a negative PCR Covid Test, you’ll not be allowed into the country. You’ll spend most of your time in open spaces away from human crowds, with that there’s minimal to no infections of the COVID virus.

    Your booking can be extended up to 12 months ahead with no extra fees, in case of any emergency (based on accommodation availability). Reservations are accepted after we receive a 30% deposit on the trip and the full payment for gorilla tracking and chimp tracking permits for each tour participant. For more details on our booking terms, please read our Terms and Conditions.