Gorillas, Chimps & Nile River - 9 days
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Gorillas, Chimps & Nile River

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Duration9 days

CAMPING SAFARI: Experience the beauty of Uganda on a captivating 9-day camping safari. Begin your journey in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, and embark on a remarkable trek through Queen Elizabeth National Park to encounter chimpanzees, venture into the lush depths of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for an extraordinary opportunity to observe the elusive mountain gorillas, and rejuvenate alongside the Nile River in Jinja.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration9 days
StartsQueen Elizabeth National Park
EndsJinja
RangeOverlanding
Tour GuideYes - escorted by a tour leader
Group SizeMin 4 / Max 16
Minimum age18
DepartsTuesdays
Hotel RatingCamping
CountriesUganda
Arrival TransferNo - book directly with Red Chili Hideaway
Departure TransferNo - book directly with Red Chili Hideaway
Meals includedBreakfast: 8, Lunch: 8, Dinner: 8
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Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
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Tour Highlights

Jinja - Spend two days beside the Nile in the adventure capital of East Africa, with the opportunity to help at a local school initiative and enjoy a range of optional activities
Queen Elizabeth National Park - Go trekking in search of chimpanzees, which are usually spotted in the treetops
Bwindi National Park - Embark on a memorable trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in the steamy jungles of Uganda
Lake Bunyonyi - When not trekking to see gorillas, relax beside this idyllic lake, surrounded by greenery and rolling hills

Included

8 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 8 dinners
8 nights camping in 2-person dome tents
Escorted by a licensed 2-person crew
Transportation in a 24-seater overland truck with camping and cooking equipment
Sleeping mattress (you will need to bring your own sleeping bag)
All road tolls and vehicle taxes
Queen Elizabeth National Park chimpanzee trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below)
Bwindi National Park gorilla trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below)

Not Included

Sleeping bag - please bring your own
Airport transfers - can be booked on request
Non refundable Gorilla & Chimpanzee Permit: USD $935pp (or equivalent in your currency) - pay at time of booking in addition to the deposit
International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Optional activities (prices listed in Trip Notes)