Your own guide and vehicle for Uganda's two great primate treks — chimpanzees in Kibale, gorillas in Bwindi.
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About This Tour
A 5-day private trip from a chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest to mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, with a stop at the equator on the way back to Entebbe.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Entebbe International Airport.
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Day 1 — A Swamp Walk in Kibale Forest
Private airport pickup at Entebbe and a roughly 4-hour transfer to Kibale Forest, with lunch on arrival followed by the Bigodi Swamp Walk to spot birds and monkeys.
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Day 2 — Searching for Chimpanzees
A ranger briefing at Kibale's post before trekking through the rainforest in search of the park's chimpanzee community.
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Day 3 — Journey to Bwindi
An early private transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, with an afternoon guided walk through the forest alongside a Uganda Wildlife Authority guide.
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Day 4 — Searching for Mountain Gorillas
A ranger briefing followed by a trek through Bwindi's mountainous terrain in search of a mountain gorilla family — the walk's length depends on where the gorillas are that day.
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Day 5 — Lunch at the Equator & Goodbye
A stop for lunch directly on the equator line before your private transfer to Entebbe International Airport for departure.
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Departure
The trip ends with a stop for lunch on the equator before your private transfer to Entebbe International Airport for departure.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — private transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver for all 5 days, plus Voyzo's own door-to-door pickup and drop-off at Entebbe International Airport.
Yes — the trip's activity fees and site admissions cover the chimpanzee tracking permit in Kibale Forest and the gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Both treks cover dense, mountainous rainforest terrain — the chimpanzee trek is a genuine trek with a high success rate, and the gorilla trek's length varies depending on where the gorilla family is found that day.
4 nights of accommodation, 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners, private transfers throughout, and all activity and site admission fees.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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