Uganda · HIKING & TREKKING

The 15 Best Hikes & Treks in Uganda

46 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Forest tracking at Bwindi and Kibale, the waterfall walk at Sipi, and the long climbs on Elgon and the Rwenzoris. These 15 are compared on distance, altitude and how much of the price is the permit.

3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda - Day 1: Entebbe to Bwindi through changing Uganda
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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

1.3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $2,600Our pick

Review of Uganda’s 3-day Bwindi gorilla trek, with Batwa culture, Lake Bunyonyi, private transport, permits, meals, and practical advice.

“We are about to wrap up an incredible 3-day journey with Dav Safaris, and what an experience it has been! From the awe-inspiring Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi, to peaceful canoeing on the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, and finally a memorable lunRead more”

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari - Key points to know before you book
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

3.8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $3,598

Review of an 8-day Uganda safari with rhino tracking, Murchison Falls, chimpanzees, gorillas, boat trips, and Lake Bunyonyi.

“From the very first communication with this tour company to the guide and the activities, everything was excellent. We did a 9 day custom tour and trekked to see the golden monkeys, Gorillas, chimps, and rhinos. The 2 boat trips we did werRead more”

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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 1: From Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park
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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

3-Day Tour to Uganda - Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest - Day 1: The Equator stop and the road toward Bwindi
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3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

5.3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $1,110

Review of Uganda’s 3-day Bwindi gorilla trek, Lake Bunyonyi, costs, fitness needs, meals, transport, permits, and booking advice.

“Amazing experience. You have a lot of time with the Gorillas and it honestly is something special. Lake bunyoni afterwards was a nice change of pace coming from Kampala. Everything was well arranged and the driver was very skilled.”

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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari - Day One: The Equator, Rwenzori Views, and Queen Elizabeth
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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

6.4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $2,450

Review of a 4-day Uganda safari with gorilla trekking in Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth wildlife drives, Kazinga Channel cruise, and Lake Bunyonyi.

“On any guided tour, the guide will be the determining factor between a good trip and a excellent one. On this 4 day Gorilla tour, our guide was Smith. He is energized, enthusiastic, and clearly loves his job. I would recommend him for anyoRead more”

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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda - Day 1: From Entebbe to Bwindi by road
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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

7.Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $3,326

Review of Uganda’s 3-day Bwindi gorilla safari, with trekking details, transport, meals, costs, guides, and practical booking advice.

“WOW! What an amazing experience we have had with Native Africa tours. We knew they would be amazing as we have used them before for other trips. Our guides, Chris and Deus, are full of knowledge, put our priorities first, and communicaRead more”

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking - Day 2: Murchison game drive and the Nile to the falls
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking

15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari - Entebbe, Mabamba Swamp, and your first night
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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $5,000

Review of Uganda’s 15-day gorilla, chimpanzee, Big Five, and nature safari, with itinerary details, value advice, practical tips, and drawbacks.

“Upon arrival in Rwanda, we were greeted by our first guide, Smith, who stayed with us for the 5 first days in Rwanda. Smith was from the beginning very friendly and when we arrived in our first hotel, it seemed that the booking did not camRead more”

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3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience - Day one: the long road from Entebbe to Bwindi
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3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

10.3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $1,600

Review of a private 3-day Uganda gorilla trek and Batwa village experience, with Bwindi, meals, lodging, transport, price, and practical tips.

“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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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek - Day 2: the gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

11.5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $2,780

Review of Uganda’s 5-day gorilla, wildlife, and chimp trek, with Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Kalinzu Forest, permits, meals, and transport included.

“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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From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda - The 3:00 AM departure from Kigali
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From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

12.1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 1 day · from $450

Review of a Kigali to Uganda gorilla trek, covering permits, border crossing, hiking demands, guides, price, and practical packing advice.

“That was an amazing experience!! I would recommend to everyone, especially to solo travelers. Super safe and comfortable trip! Special thanks to my guides/drivers Jefferson and Vincent!”

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2 Sipi Falls hike and Coffee Tour Experience - Day one: Mbale, Kapchorwa, and the first views
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2 Sipi Falls hike and Coffee Tour Experience

13.2 Sipi Falls hike and Coffee Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $40

Hike all three Sipi Falls, visit Mbale, and learn coffee traditions with a local guide on this flexible two-day Uganda experience.

“What an incredible journey I had with William. He took me hiking and to Sipi Falls. I am leaving tomorrow and already want to come back!!! Thank you William for an wonderful experience in Sipi Uganda.”

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3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour - Day 2: The Bwindi gorilla trek
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3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour

14.3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $1,850

Review of a 3-day Bwindi gorilla trek from Kampala, with the Equator, Lake Bunyonyi, permits, meals, transport, and practical tips.

“The trip was very well organised by Denis and professionally executed by our guide Alan. They were flexibel when we changed the pick up places for individuals.”

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3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Pygmies Experience - Day 2: The gorilla trek and one hour in the forest
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3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Pygmies Experience

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Where to go in Uganda

A forest, a savannah, a lake or a city street.