2-Day Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee & Queen Elizabeth Safari
A short trip combining chimpanzee trekking in the dramatic Kyambura Gorge - nicknamed the 'Valley of Apes' - with a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
2 DaysFrom $900Private SafariLocal Expert Guide
Safari Overview
2-Day Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee & Queen Elizabeth Safari Overview
2-Day Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee & Queen Elizabeth Safari is a carefully designed Tanzania safari experience for travelers who want wildlife, scenery, comfort and local guidance. The itinerary can be customized according to your travel dates, accommodation style, budget and special interests.
A short trip combining chimpanzee trekking in the dramatic Kyambura Gorge - nicknamed the 'Valley of Apes' - with a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Kyambura Gorge is a steep, forested canyon cut into the open savanna of Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to a habituated chimpanzee community. It offers a lower-cost, shorter alternative to Kibale Forest for travelers who want a chimpanzee trekking experience without the longer detour.
Guide For 2-Day Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee & Queen Elizabeth Safari
2-Day Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee & Queen Elizabeth Safari is designed for travelers who want a reliable Tanzania safari with strong wildlife viewing, smooth logistics and professional local guiding. This page explains the route, highlights, best travel seasons, expected safari style, planning advice and how to request a custom quote.
The strongest Tanzania safari itineraries combine the right route, realistic driving times, experienced guiding and enough flexibility for wildlife surprises. With Serengeti Safari, this tour can be adjusted for couples, families, honeymooners, photographers, private groups and first-time safari travelers.
This is a simple day-by-day summary with enough detail to understand the route, main activities and overnight experience without making the page too heavy.
Day1
Arrive Queen Elizabeth National Park, afternoon game drive.
Overnight at a midrange lodge.
Comfortable safari lodge or camp Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner where applicable Game Drive Sightseeing Safari Experience
Day2
Morning chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge, then depart.
Morning chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge, then depart.
Comfortable safari lodge or camp Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner where applicable Game Drive Sightseeing Safari Experience
Price & Planning
Safari Price Guide
The final safari price depends on your travel season, accommodation level, number of travelers, park fees, transport style and any extra activities requested.
From $900
2 Days
Send your travel dates and number of travelers so we can prepare a personalized safari quote with available lodge options.
Is Kyambura Gorge as good as Kibale for chimp trekking?
Kyambura has a smaller, less consistently sighted chimpanzee community than Kibale, but its lower cost and shorter add-on time make it a practical option when combined with Queen Elizabeth.
Why is it called the Valley of Apes?
The gorge's dramatic forested canyon, cut into the surrounding savanna, gives it a distinct, isolated character that inspired the nickname.
Can I combine this with a longer Uganda itinerary?
Yes, this pairs naturally with our Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls itineraries.
