Is the border crossing between Tanzania and Uganda safe?
Is the border crossing between Tanzania and Uganda safe?
Planning or having an interest in a safari trip that combines Uganda and Tanzania and you want to know how safe and easy is border crossing between Tanzania and Uganda is before you proceed with the planning and booking of your safari? The border crossing between Tanzania and Uganda is generally safe for travelers. Both countries have stable governments and relatively low crime rates compared to some other regions. However, it’s a good idea to follow basic safety precautions such as keeping your belongings secure, avoiding traveling alone at night, and being aware of your surroundings.
Safari Vacations and Travel Services has plenty of safaris that combine Uganda and Tanzania and below is one of the itineraries, that Combines Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda with a Serengeti Safari to create an unforgettable wildlife adventure. This Safari will take you to Uganda to trek and see Chimpanzees in their natural habitat in Kibale Forest National Park after you will fly to Tanzania for a safari to see all the big 5 animals and wildebeests based on the month you travel in Tanzania.
Check our suggested itinerary for Combine Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda with a Serengeti Safari:
Day 1-3: Arrival in Uganda
Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, and transfer to your accommodation.
Spend a day exploring Entebbe, visiting the botanical gardens or taking a sunset cruise on Lake Victoria.
On Day 2, journey to Kibale National Park, known for its chimpanzee populations. Spend the afternoon relaxing and preparing for your trek.
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park
Embark on a guided chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale National Park. Trek through lush forests in search of these incredible primates.
Spend the afternoon resting or exploring nearby attractions.
Day 5-6: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its diverse ecosystems and wildlife.
Take a game drive through the park, spotting lions, elephants, buffalo, and more.
Optional activities include a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, offering excellent opportunities for bird watching and seeing hippos and crocodiles.
Day 7-8: Transfer to Tanzania
Drive or fly from Uganda to Tanzania, where you’ll continue your safari adventure.
Arrive in the Serengeti and settle into your accommodation.
Spend the next two days exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti on game drives, witnessing the incredible diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros).
Day 9-10: Serengeti Safari
Continue your exploration of the Serengeti, with morning and afternoon game drives.
Depending on the season, you may witness the great wildebeest migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on the planet.
Take advantage of opportunities for guided walks or hot air balloon safaris (optional).
Day 11: Departure
Transfer to the nearest airport for your onward journey or extend your trip to explore other destinations in Tanzania or beyond.
This combined chimpanzee trekking in Uganda with a Serengeti Safari offers a perfect blend of primate encounters in Uganda with the rich wildlife experiences of the Serengeti, providing a comprehensive safari adventure in East Africa. How safe and easy is the border crossing between Tanzania and Uganda?
Uganda Chimpanzee Trekking Permits Cost $200-$250 per person for Foreign non-residents, from $150 to $200 for foreign Residents, and from Uganda shillings (UGX) 150,000 to 180,000 for East African Community Citizens.
Chimpanzee Trekking done in Kibale National Park Uganda
Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park offers a thrilling opportunity to observe these fascinating primates in their natural habitat which sometimes pose like real human beings.
Overall, chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park offers an unforgettable adventure for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, providing a unique opportunity to connect with these remarkable creatures in their natural environment while contributing to conservation efforts.
Areas for Trekking Chimpanzees in Kibale National Park
In Kibale National Park, the best area for chimpanzee trekking is the Kanyanchu Visitor Centre. This is the main starting point for most chimpanzee tracking activities in the park. The Kanyanchu area is home to several habituated chimpanzee groups, which have been accustomed to human presence and can be visited by tourists.
Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park offers a unique opportunity to observe these intelligent and social primates in their natural habitat. During the trek, you may also encounter other wildlife such as monkeys, birds, and various plant species.
Kibale Forest National Park is best known for its number and variety of resident primates with 13 species of primates including the largest population of chimpanzees in Uganda estimated at over 1500 chimpanzees, other primates found in Kibale Forest include the nocturnal busbaby and potto, Monkeys, baboons among others. Kibale Forest National Park is also a popular destination for birders with over 335 bird species recorded. Chimpanzee trekking is done in two sessions in the morning and afternoon this will be determined by the chimpanzee permit you purchase and your itinerary to trek in a given session accordingly.
Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a Local tour operator based in Uganda with its head offices in Entebbe. Moreover, Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a business for a Ugandan native, we specialize in life-changing experiences and sustainable tours and holidays to all East African countries. We are members of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators and with registration from the Uganda Tourism Board. We have a good and long working relationship with Uganda Wildlife Authority making it easy to book your gorilla permits and gorilla trekking safari. Safari Vacations and Travel Services is also high in Trip Advisor reviews.
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