5 days Murchison Falls and Chimpanzee trekking Kibale

5 Days Murchison Falls and Kibale Safari

Experience Uganda’s Best Wildlife and Chimpanzee Safari

Discover the beauty of Uganda on this 5 Days Murchison Falls and Kibale Safari, combining exciting wildlife encounters with unforgettable chimpanzee trekking. This safari takes you to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest national park, where you’ll enjoy thrilling game drives, a scenic Nile boat cruise, and rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Afterwards, continue to Kibale Forest National Park, home to one of Africa’s largest chimpanzee populations, for an incredible chimpanzee trekking experience.

This safari is perfect for travellers looking for Uganda’s famous wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable primate encounters—all in one adventure.

Day 1: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from Entebbe by your professional driver-guide. After a short briefing, travel north through Uganda’s beautiful countryside towards Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos can be tracked on foot.

Accompanied by experienced rangers, enjoy an exciting rhino trekking experience while learning about Uganda’s successful rhino conservation programme.

After lunch at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, continue to Murchison Falls National Park. Before checking into your lodge, visit the spectacular Top of Murchison Falls, where the mighty River Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before crashing 45 metres below—one of Uganda’s most breathtaking natural attractions.

Spend the evening relaxing at your lodge surrounded by nature.

Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge

Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

Wake up early for breakfast before heading into the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park for an exciting morning game drive.

The park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, hartebeests, lions, hyenas, and, with a little luck, elusive leopards. Your experienced guide will help you spot wildlife while sharing fascinating information about the park’s ecosystem.

After lunch at the lodge, enjoy one of Uganda’s most popular safari activities—a relaxing boat cruise along the River Nile. Cruise towards the base of the magnificent Murchison Falls while watching hippos, giant Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and numerous water birds along the riverbanks.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.

Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge

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Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, leave Murchison Falls National Park and journey southwest towards Kibale Forest National Park, one of Africa’s richest tropical rainforests and the best destination for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda.

Along the way, enjoy scenic views of rolling hills, tea plantations, rural villages, and the beautiful Albertine Rift Valley. Stop in Hoima for lunch before continuing to Fort Portal, where you’ll have a short refreshment break before arriving at your lodge in Kibale.

Relax and prepare for the following day’s unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure.

Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp

Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest National Park

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading to the Kanyanchu Visitor Centre for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.

Afterwards, enter Kibale Forest National Park in search of wild chimpanzees. As you walk through the rainforest, your ranger will help you spot different primates, birds, and forest wildlife before locating one of the habituated chimpanzee families.

Once found, spend one magical hour observing the chimpanzees as they feed, communicate, groom each other, and move through the forest canopy.

After lunch, you may choose to visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, where you can enjoy a guided nature walk while learning about the local community and spotting more birds and monkeys.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp

Day 5: Return to Entebbe

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe through Uganda’s beautiful countryside.

Along the way, enjoy scenic landscapes, local markets, and small trading centres before stopping for lunch. Continue to Entebbe, where your driver-guide will transfer you to your hotel or Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Murchison Falls and Kibale Safari.

Safari Includes

  • Accommodation throughout the safari
  • Gorilla-style 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Chimpanzee trekking permit
  • Rhino tracking experience
  • Game drives
  • Nile boat cruise
  • Park entrance fees
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Full-board meals
  • Airport transfers

Safari Excludes

  • International flights
  • Uganda visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

Important Information

  • Chimpanzee trekking permits should be booked in advance due to limited availability.
  • The best time for this safari is from June to September and December to February, although it is available throughout the year.
  • This safari combines Uganda’s best wildlife, river experiences, rhino tracking, and chimpanzee trekking, making it ideal for first-time visitors.

Chimpanzee trekking permits are issued and managed by the Uganda Wildlife Authority, helping protect Uganda’s primates and their natural habitats.

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