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Uganda Overland: Gorillas & Chimps

9 days
Start and end in Kampala
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Overland Truck
Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 22
Age range 18 to 39
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Highlights

  • Meet new friends at the Red Chilli Bar
  • Swim in the croc-free Lake Bunyonyi
  • Trek for gorillas in Bwindi National Park
  • Chase chimpanzees in Kalinzu Forest
  • Cross the equator and visit AidChild Café

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Kampala (1D)
  2. Day 2 Kampala/Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1L, 1D)
  3. Day 3 Gorilla Trek (1B, 1L, 1D)
  4. Day 4 Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1D)
  5. Day 5 Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)
  6. Day 6 Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
  7. Day 7 Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja (1B, 1L)
  8. Day 8 Jinja
  9. Day 9 Jinja/Kampala (1B)
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Where You'll Stay

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Good
    4.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
    Excellent
    5.0
  • 4.7
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  • BV
    · April 12th, 2019
    It was a very different experience from any...
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    Thank you Brett!
    Trip date: April 2019
  • A
    · October 19th, 2018
    John and Patty were superb. Many thanks for your hospitality throughout guys!
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    Trip date: September 2018
  • A
    · September 6th, 2018
    Everyone should experience Uganda and the gorillas in their lifetime
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    Trip date: August 2018
  • A
    · September 4th, 2018
    My experience travelling with G Adventures was over the top amazing! The tours, activities and accommodations were 10/10. But the sense of family and the amount of fun I had with our group made this experience truly world class!
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    Trip date: August 2018
  • A
    · August 21st, 2018
    Professional, great tour guides, organised
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    Trip date: August 2018
  • A
    · August 27th, 2018
    Great destinations, fellow travellers and CEOs
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    Trip date: August 2018
  • A
    · August 21st, 2018
    It has been such an amazing trip again. How can a not recommend G Adventures?.. Just perfect.
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    Trip date: August 2018
  • A
    · October 31st, 2018
    Considered itineraries and consistently great guides
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    Trip date: October 2018
  • A
    · October 31st, 2018
    I've had three amazing trips with g! they're well organized, takes me to places i wouldn't go otherwise, i always feel safe, good ceos and nice travelers
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    Trip date: October 2018
  • A
    · August 14th, 2018
    Good way to travel solo
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    Trip date: August 2018

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9 days
Uganda Overland: Gorillas & Chimps
From Kampala to Kampala

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    Asked on January 23rd, 2025

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    Julie

    Asked on February 11th, 2024

    Why the trip is limited at people 39 years old? Have 52 and I'm ok. I can make long treck.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2024

      At G Adventures we pride ourselves finding the right trip for the right person. The '18-30 Somethings' trips are multi share or very basic accommodation such as camping or hostels. The itineraries are fast paced, have less included activities and instead focus more on socialising aspect of travel. We must enforce this age limit in fairness to other travellers who may have specifically chosen this travel style, based on its age demographic.

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    Roger

    Asked on November 29th, 2023

    Why is the age limit to 39??

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Uganda. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Uganda. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Uganda. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Uganda. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Uganda. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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