18 to 35s Essential Uganda: Gorillas and Chimps
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Tour Overview
Join a group of like-minded travellers on this unforgettable nine-day journey through Uganda. With an expert local leader by your side, you’ll trek through the jungles in search of chimpanzees, go whitewater rafting in the adrenaline-filled city of Jinja and spot zebras and buffalo in Lake Mburo. Hike through the vivid greens of the forest in search of rare mountain gorillas and soak up the once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing the band in their natural habitat. See Uganda’s natural wonders, like the rolling hills of Bwindi, and do it all while making long-lasting memories with a new group of friends!
Trip Code: YGYU
Start
Entebbe
End
Entebbe
Destination
Uganda
Meals
8 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport
4WD Private Vehicles
Accommodation
Guesthouse (1 night), Permanent Tent (with shared facilities) (2 nights), Cottage (1 night), Lodge (3 nights), Permanent Tent (with ensuite) (1 night)
Days
9
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
18
Style
Basici
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Come face to face with rare mountain gorillas in the forests of Uganda with the help of expert rangers and trackers.
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Trek in search of chimpanzees in Kalinzu Forest Reserve and spend an hour observing how they play, feed and communicate with each other.
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Visit Lake Mburo, Uganda’s smallest savanna park, where you can spot zebras, buffalo and impalas – this is the only place in Uganda where impalas are found.
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Admire the beauty of Uganda’s natural wonders – the rolling hills of Bwindi, the lakes and wetlands of Lake Mburo, and the green forests of Kalinzu.
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Spend a few days at leisure in Jinja, which can be a relaxing riverside retreat or an adrenaline-filled adventure capital – it’s up to you!
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
8 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport
4WD Private Vehicles
Accommodation
Guesthouse (1 night), Permanent Tent (with shared facilities) (2 nights), Cottage (1 night), Lodge (3 nights), Permanent Tent (with ensuite) (1 night)
Included activities
- Queen Elizabeth National Park - Game Drive Enroute
- Kalinzu Forest - Chimpanzee Permit & Trek
- Bwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
- Lake Mburo - Game Drive Enroute
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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