5 Days Mgahinga Primates Tour

Overview

This safari is tailored to give you a feel of Uganda’s national parks. You are assured of viewing a number of animals which include the mountain gorillas of Bwindi, chimpanzees in Kibale, giraffes and antelope herds in Murchison Falls National Park, and cultural/community encounters. Something you surely don’t want to miss. We have the best price guaranteed. In all the above parks, birds will definitely spice up your sights!

  • 5 Days
  • Age 15+
  • Mgahinga
Destination:
Mgahinga
Included:
  • Park entry fees
  • Meals
  • Tour Guide 
Excluded:
 
  • Air fares
  • Additional Acommodation

Tour Plan

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After breakfast, your driver picks you up from Kampala or Entebbe and starts the journey. The drive takes you through beautiful hills, towns, and villages in southwestern Uganda. You will enjoy several stopovers including one for lunch along the way. Later in the evening, you will arrive in Kisoro Town for dinner and rest. Accommodation: Kisoro Tourist Hotel

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Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

After breakfast, your guide drives you to the park headquarters by 8:00 am. You meet rangers and begin your trek into the forest. The walk leads you to a gorilla family and allows you to spend one hour with them. Along the way, you will also see monkeys, birds, and forest plants. In the evening, you return to the hotel for dinner and rest. Accommodation: Kisoro Tourist Hotel

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Day 3: Golden Monkey Trekking and Batwa Cultural Visit

Start the day with breakfast, then head for golden monkey trekking in the forest. You will also enjoy bird watching during the trek. After lunch, you will visit the Batwa community. They will share their traditional songs, dances, and stories. This cultural tour gives you insight into the life of forest people.

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Day 4: Hike Mount Gahinga and Relax in the Afternoon

After breakfast, you prepare for a guided hike up Mount Gahinga. The hike offers great views, fresh air, and sightings of birds and animals. After reaching the top, you descend back and return to the lodge for lunch. You will then relax for the rest of the afternoon at the hotel.

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Day 5: Return Drive to Kampala or Entebbe

On the final day, you check out and begin the drive back to Entebbe. You will have a stop in Mbarara for lunch. In the evening, you reach Kampala or Entebbe. Your driver drops you at the airport or hotel. Accommodation: None

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