An 11-day circuit from Entebbe through Uganda and Rwanda, this tour pairs game drives and Kazinga Channel boat cruises with chimp and mountain gorilla treks in Kyambura, Bwindi and Volcanoes. Expect steep, muddy forest hikes, permit-controlled encounters, and cultural stops in Kigali.
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You step off the road into humidity and the chatter of the forest: a guide checks permits, porters shoulder packs, and the trail narrows under a canopy that smells of wet earth. This 11-day loop moves from Entebbe through Queen Elizabeth’s savanna and Kazinga Channel to the steep, moss-slick trails of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, then crosses into Rwanda for a second mountain gorilla encounter in Volcanoes National Park, with chimp trekking in Kyambura Gorge and Nyungwe’s clouded canopy along the way.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
11 days (daily activities range from 2–8+ hours)
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness — able to walk on steep, uneven trails for several hours, with short, sharp elevation gains and muddy ground.
Wildlife
History
Rwanda and Uganda’s highlands were shaped by colonial borders and post-colonial upheaval; modern conservation and community tourism efforts grew in response to both biodiversity value and the need for local economic recovery.
Conservation
Gorilla and chimp trekking is tightly regulated to limit disease transmission and disturbance — follow all park rules, maintain distance, and consider supporting community-based conservation and local guides.
Reserve your spot on the 11-Day Uganda Rwanda Gorilla Tracking Tour from Entebbe today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book gorilla permits early
Gorilla permits are limited and often sell out months ahead—reserve at least 3–6 months before travel, longer in high season.
Wear grippy, broken-in boots
Trails are steep and muddy in Bwindi and Volcanoes; ankle-supporting boots with good tread reduce slip risk and fatigue.
Pack a waterproof layer and quick-dry clothes
Rain can arrive suddenly at higher elevations; lightweight waterproofs and breathable layers keep you comfortable on long treks.
Use a local porter if you can
Porters carry excess weight on steep sections, supporting local communities and making treks more manageable; agree on price and weight limits up front.
Sturdy hiking boots
Provide ankle support and traction on steep, rooty, and muddy trails during gorilla and chimp treks.
Light waterproof jacket
Protects against sudden rain and mountain mist at higher elevations.
Insect repellent (DEET or picaridin)
Useful for lowland game drives and forest walks to reduce insect-borne nuisance and risk.
Binoculars (8x–10x)
Bring close views of birds, primates in the canopy, and distant wildlife on game drives and boat cruises.