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15 Best Kampala Treks

The routes worth the airfare.

The 15 kampala treks hikers rate above the rest. A tight shortlist of the routes people finish and immediately start planning to do again, with prices, trail times and the outfitters who run them.

15 Best Kampala Treks

3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda - The long 4x4 ride from Entebbe: plan for hours, not just distance
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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

1.3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

3-day Uganda gorilla trekking to Bwindi with a private guide, 4x4 transport, Batwa culture, Lake Bunyonyi canoe ride, and permits included.

Most Popular 5.0

“Joyous was a Great Guide and we were so happy that we had him with us ! We got so much information about the country, culture and everything. His driving skills are amazing and we always felt safe. We can recommend DAV and especially Joyous. Thanks again for making our first time in Uganda unforgettable.”

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari - Key takeaways before you go
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 1: Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Your First African Night
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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

3.5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

5 days in Uganda chasing chimps, gorillas, lions, and hippos. Gorilla and chimp permits are extra, but the route is efficient.

5.0

“We were a group of four friends, and this 5-day safari with Home to Africa was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we were picked up in Entebbe, every detail was well-organized and seamless. The team went above and beyonRead more”

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3-Day Tour to Uganda - Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest - Day 2 in Bwindi: trekking through dense terrain and using that hour wisely
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3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

4.3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

3 days in Uganda for Bwindi gorilla trekking and a Lake Bunyonyi overnight, with comfortable transport and meals plus equator photo stops.

5.0

“Suppose you are still on the fence about deciding whether or not to participate in the 3-Day Tour to Uganda. I will recommend you do. I had a great once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be in the presence of Gorillas in their natural habitat. LRead more”

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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari - Day 1 in Queen Elizabeth: Equator photos, then Kazinga Channel wildlife
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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

5.4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

4-day Uganda safari with Queen Elizabeth wildlife drives, Bwindi gorilla trekking, and Lake Bunyonyi. Pickup and tickets included.

5.0

“Among all the agencies I reached out to, Elvis from Lulu Safari was the most responsive and communicative. I’m glad I chose them for my Uganda trip. My guide, Sam, was patient, kind, and attentive. I had an amazing time over the past five days, and this experience makes me want to return to Uganda…”

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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda - The gorilla moment: what you should expect once you find them
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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

6.Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

3-day small-group gorilla trek in Bwindi from Entebbe with rangers, Batwa community visit, and comfort-focused transfers.

5.0

“It was the most incredible experience of my life. Being so close to the gorillas, seeing how they live, is indescribable. My guides: Mustafa and Ashraf, were amazing, very attentive, we had a lot of fun (very important since the trip to Bwindi from Entebbe takes 11 hours)”

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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari - Day 1 in Entebbe: settle in, then start with shoebills
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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

8.15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

15 days in Uganda with gorillas, chimps, Big 5, boat safaris, and hikes, all run smoothly from Kampala.

5.0

“We had an excellent trip with ngoni and led by our fantastic guide Allan! We did a 16 days trip, 4 nights in Rwanda, the rest in Uganda. We excluded Muchinson falls (one of the highlights) to reduce travel times on the road: we are also safari Read more”

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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek - The 8-9 hour drive day that sets the tone (Bwindi-bound)
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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

9.5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

5 days chasing gorillas, chimps and Queen Elizabeth wildlife from Kampala/Entebbe with permits, meals, and transfers included.

5.0

“We had an amazing experience with Bamboo Ecotours. From the moment I contacted Edison to the moment that our driver Jackson dropped us at the airport on the last day everything was perfection. Edison is easily the best tour operator Read more”

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3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience - Bwindi beyond gorillas: wildlife, pace, and what to expect on foot
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3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

10.3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

3 days of private gorilla trekking in Bwindi plus a Batwa village walk, with meals, lodging, and transport from Kampala.

5.0

“What I would like to say: it has been one of the most exciting trip in my life. This is a best mix of nature and wild animals life. Such experience is unique, have no words how describe my feelings, it’s only possible to see and feel by yourself. You 100% must visit”

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3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour - The 7:45 am gorilla briefing: rules, expectations, and why it’s not just a formality
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3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour

11.3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour

3-day Bwindi gorilla trek from Kampala with Equator stop and Lake Bunyonyi. Meals, lodging, guide, and transport included.

5.0

“This tour company is excellent and provide everything as advertised. Ruth is wonderful at coordinating and responsive. Eddie, our driver, safely drove us and navigated the roads amazingly.”

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3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Pygmies Experience - Day 2: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, briefing to one-hour encounter
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3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Pygmies Experience

12.3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Pygmies Experience

A fast 3-day Uganda gorilla trek from Kampala to Bwindi, with a permit included, comfortable transport, and a realistic look at the trek day.

5.0

“I arranged everything via email with Michelle, who was very responsive and helpful with advice. We were picked up from Kigali airport by our driver guide Abdul, who was very courteous and helpful. We had a wonderful few days and would recommend to anyone.”

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4 Days Gorilla and Chimps trek safari - Lake Bunyonyi after the forest: a calmer reset day
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4 Days Gorilla and Chimps trek safari

13.4 Days Gorilla and Chimps trek safari

4-day Uganda safari: gorilla tracking in Bwindi, chimp trek in Kibale with Bigodi swamp walk, Kampala pickup, lodges included.

5.0

“We did 4 days in Uganda with Kaara adventures to trek Gorilla’s and Chimpanzees. In the process of planning the trip Jovia was very helpful and flexible to organize the trip exactly as i wanted. Since we only had a short time between our arriRead more”

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10 Days Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari - Murchison Falls: game drive trails and the bottom-of-the-falls boat ride
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10 Days Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

14.10 Days Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

10-day Uganda safari with gorilla trekking, chimpanzee treks, rhino tracking, Murchison Falls cruise, Kazinga Channel boat ride, and more.

5.0

“I have been planning to visit Uganda and experience it's treasures since about 7 years. I have finally found this company as an absolutely reliable way of travelling solo. Mussa have always been quick in responding my quires and reassured me Read more”

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4 Day Gorilla Trekking & Golden Monkeys - The Entebbe handoff: pickup, private group, and a 7:00 am start
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4 Day Gorilla Trekking & Golden Monkeys

15.4 Day Gorilla Trekking & Golden Monkeys

4 days of gorilla and golden monkey trekking in Uganda with Entebbe transfers, guided briefings, and included lodging and meals.

5.0

“Reagen made my gorilla trekking experience unforgettable. He knows a lot about animal behavior, even chimpanzees as he spent a stint working as a volunteer researcher there. Every moment with him was a learning experience. He shared deRead more”

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