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6-day Gorilla Encounter (Accommodated)

6 days
Start and end in Kampala
5.0
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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
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 16
Ages 18+

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kampala to Kibale Forest

    Included Activities

    • Travel from Kampala west toward Kibale Forest
    • Cross the equator
    • Leisure time to explore nearby village

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the village at your own pace
    Landmarks
    Equator
    Kibale Forest
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Chimpanzee Trek

    Included Activities

    • Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest
    • Guided forest trek with local guides
    Landmarks
    Kibale Forest
  3. Day 3

    Kibale Forest to Lake Bunyonyi

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Lake Bunyonyi
    • Base setup at Lake Bunyonyi for gorilla trekking operations
    Landmarks
    Lake Bunyonyi
    Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  4. Days 4 - 5

    Mountain Gorilla Trekking

    Included Activities

    • Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
    • Guided forest trek with local guide and tracker
    • One-hour gorilla family observation (permit limit)

    Optional Activities

    • Hire canoes to visit Lake Bunyonyi islands
    • Visit local tribes and villages
    • Visit local orphanage
    • Bird watching
    • Nature walks
    • Relax and leisure time at the lake
    Landmarks
    Lake Bunyonyi
    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  5. Day 6

    Lake Bunyonyi to Kampala

    Included Activities

    • Travel north from Lake Bunyonyi to Kampala
    • Cross the equator
    Landmarks
    Equator
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5.0
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  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
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  • 4.7

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  • R
    February 19th, 2026
    5.0
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    We were very well looked after and with Pete and Francis we had both a great guide and a safe driver. Whether it was...
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    Traveled in January 2026
  • 6-day Gorilla Encounter (Accommodated) reviewer 2
    June 8th, 2018
    5.0
    Liz Is amazing. So full of caring and love. She was an absolute pleasure to have as a guide. Miss you Liz!
    Traveled in May 2017
  • K
    June 2nd, 2018
    5.0
    This tour was so amazing, I would do it again in a heartbeat! Sammy is simply the best guide out there!
    Traveled in March 2017
  • A
    June 2nd, 2018
    5.0
    Everything about this tour was wonderful! Would do it again in a heartbeat! Sammy is the best!
    Traveled in March 2017

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    Asked on July 26th, 2024

    I am a solo traveler. What is the total cost?

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    • Acacia Adventure HolidaysOperatorWritten July 2024

      I would be pleased to put the costs together for you - tour price and trek permit - but may I know your country of residence so I can quote you in the appropriate currency.

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  • Vaccines
    • 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.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before June 15th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 15th, 2026, a minimum payment of $300 is required to confirm your booking with Acacia Adventure Holidays. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 61 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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