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Gorilla Trekking Uganda
from USD3,440
- Duration:
- 5-14 days
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Group Size:
- 2-6
- Adventure:
- Wildlife
Our itineraries
We have some exciting and varied itineraries that take you to see and experience the very best Uganda has to offer, but every itinerary includes a day spent trekking in the forest to find and spend time with endangered mountain gorillas!
Country info and facts
Here's what you need to know to plan a visit to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa, like the local currency and best seasons.
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Oct 2024
Meet Mountain Gorillas - 5 Day Trip
Oct 5, 2024
Best of Uganda - 9 Day Trip
Oct 10, 2024
Definitive Uganda - 14 Day Trip
Oct 13, 2024
Definitive Uganda - 14 Day Trip
Oct 18, 2024
Meet Mountain Gorillas - 5 Day Trip
Oct 22, 2024
Best of Uganda - 9 Day Trip
Oct 30, 2024
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Best of Uganda - 9 Day Trip
Nov 5, 2024
Meet Mountain Gorillas - 5 Day Trip
Nov 8, 2024
Definitive Uganda - 14 Day Trip
Nov 16, 2024
Best of Uganda - 9 Day Trip
Nov 18, 2024
Meet Mountain Gorillas - 5 Day Trip
Nov 25, 2024
Definitive Uganda - 14 Day Trip
Nov 30, 2024
Dec 2024
Best of Uganda - 9 Day Trip
Dec 5, 2024
Meet Mountain Gorillas - 5 Day Trip
Dec 9, 2024
Definitive Uganda - 14 Day Trip
Dec 12, 2024
Best of Uganda - 9 Day Trip
Dec 16, 2024
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Trek to see gorillas and go on a big-game safari
Uganda and Tanzania are neighbours, so we recommend doing the highlight of each while in the region: go on a world-class safari to look for the Big Five and more, and hike into dense mountain jungle to spend with a mountain gorilla troop!
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So, we're guessing that you've heard about gorilla trekking and are keen to do it yourself? But you want to know more detail, like where you do it, how much it costs, and what to expect? If so, you're in the right place! We answer these questions and more.
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There are a few mistakes that folks sometimes make when gorilla trekking. Here are five common pitfalls to avoid when setting out on your gorilla trekking adventure. We also have a bonus tip that relates solely to gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest.
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Uganda has so much to offer beyond just trekking to see mountain gorillas. We're talking amazing wildlife, adrenaline activities, hiking and waterfalls, cultural experiences, and more! Here are our top 20 things to do in Uganda.