8-day gorilla camping group safari
€1.655,00
This is a starting price
- Including overnight stays as described above or equivalent in a twin tent
- Entrance fees for the mentioned National Parks
- excursions as mentioned in the travel description
- transport during the trip in a safari adventure truck and safaris in a 4x4 safari jeep
- meals as described
- Guidance from a professional English-speaking guide and driver
- Digital information booklet
Travel code AOL 514
Description
In short
During this journey through Uganda The main sights are visited.
This way, during the trip, a visit will be made to the Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Bunyonyi where a Gorilla trekking Can is made,
the city Jinja waar de rivier de Nijl vanuit Lake Victoria begins on the journey to Egypt and the Budongo Central Forest Reserve where most Chimpanzees from Uganda.
Guaranteed departure from 4 people / maximum 20 people
Programme
Day 1: Masindi
At 10:00 AM, meet your guide and tour group at the Hillside Plaza Hotel in Kampala (please arrive 30 minutes before departure).
From Kampala, depart towards the village of Masindi, near Murchison Falls National Park. En route, a stop will be made at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino walk.
Arrive in Masindi in the afternoon and after a brief from the guide about the plans for the next day, the rest of the day is at your leisure. A boat trip on the Nile can be booked or you can relax at the resort and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Overnight stay on the campsite of Kabalega Resort in a two-person tent. (campsite)
- Activity includes: Ziwa Rhino Walk
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Kabalega Resort, camping in a twin tent with shared shower and toilet facilities
- Distance: 295 km
- For more information, see: www.kabalegaresort.com
Day 2: Masindi (Budongo Central Forest Reserve & Murchison Falls National Park)
After breakfast, meet your chimpanzee guide and trek through the Budongo Forest Reserve in search of chimpanzees (optional excursion, see travel cost for price).
For those not participating in chimp tracking, the morning is at your leisure. In the afternoon, there will be a visit to Murchison Falls National Park, where a boat cruise will be taken on the River Nile in search of animals.
Overnight stay at Kabalega Resort in a double tent. (tent)
- Activities include: boat trip on the Nile River in Murchison Falls National Park
- Optional activity: chimpanzee tracking U$ 140 to U$ 240 per person, depending on the season
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Kabalega Resort, camping in a twin tent with shared shower and toilet facilities
- For more information, see: www.kabalegaresort.com
Day 3: Masindi – Lake Kikorongo
This morning after breakfast, we depart from Masindi and drive south towards Kikorongo near Queen Elizabeth National Park. The lodge is situated on a hilltop overlooking Lake Kikorongo.
Rest of the afternoon at your leisure.
Overnight stay at the Simba Safari Camp campsite in a twin tent. (camping)
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Overnight stay: Simba Safari Camp in a twin tent with shared shower and toilet facilities
- Distance: approx. 350 km
- For more information, see: www.ugandalodges.com/simba/
Day 4: Lake Kikorongo - Lake Bunyonyi
Got up early this morning and after breakfast, we set off for Lake Bunyonyi. Lake Bunyonyi is a narrow but beautiful lake surrounded by mountains and a splendid environment. The lake is known for its large bird population and a substantial otter population.
Arrive in the afternoon and the rest of the afternoon is at your leisure to relax and enjoy this magnificent surroundings.
In the evening, a briefing on the next day's gorilla tracking (optional excursion, see price below under tour cost).
Overnight stays at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort in a twin tent (camping)
- Optional activity: Canoe hire for boat trip on Lake Bunyonyi
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Overnight stay: Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort – camping in a twin tent with shared shower and toilet facilities
- Distance: 420 km
- For more information, see: www.mbzgroup.africa/bunyonyioverlandresort
Day 5: Lake Bunyonyi
Today is one of the highlights of this trip, a visit to the mountain gorillas. Waking up early and getting ready for the encounter with the endangered mountain gorilla.
The visiting of mountain gorillas by tourists helps the Ugandan government to protect these magnificent animals. There is strict control over the number of permits issued daily and visitor numbers are limited.
Because the gorillas have borders and they can easily cross the border into Rwanda and the DRC, the tour operator may choose to do the gorilla trekking in one of these countries, just across the border from Uganda (you will, of course, be informed of this before departure).
Tourism also supports the local population by providing employment and training, making them realise the importance of gorillas and, instead of hunting them, they now take it upon themselves to protect the gorillas.
Overnight stays at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort in a twin tent (camping)
- Optional activities: gorilla trekking (U$ 865 to U$ 965 per person, depending on the season), hiking in the area around Lake Bunyoni camp, mountain biking
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Overnight stay: Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort – camping in a twin tent with shared shower and toilet facilities
- Distance: approx. 125 km in small 4x4 vehicles (to the gorilla trekking starting point)
Day 6: Lake Bunyonyi
Today is free for you to spend in the vicinity of the Lake Bunyoni Overland Resort. There are various activities in and around the resort.
Overnight stays at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort in a twin tent (camping)
- Optional activities: canoe hire for a boat trip on Lake Bunyonyi (approx. U$ 10 per person per hour), gorilla tracking, golden monkey tracking (approx. U$ 140 per person), hiking, mountain biking
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Overnight stay: Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort – camping in a small tent and shared shower and toilet facilities
The activities on days 10 and 11 can also be swapped, with the gorilla trekking being done on day 11 and day 10 being a rest day.
This depends on the availability of gorilla permits.
Day 7: Lake Bunyonyi – Lake Mburo
Depart from Lake Bunyonyi after breakfast and drive to Lake Mburo in the Ankole region near the town of Mbarara.
The area is characterised by a variety of landscapes, from hilly to open savannas, wetlands to wooded areas. The surroundings are a true paradise for birdwatchers.
Arrive in the afternoon and the rest of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight stay at Leopard Rest Camp in a twin tent (camping)
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Overnight stay: Leopard Rest Camp – camping in a small tent with shared shower and toilet facilities
- Distance: approx. 210 km
- For more information, see: www.leopardrestcamp.com
Day 8: Lake Mburo - Kampala
Depart on time from Lake Mburo and drive to Kampala where the trip ends at the. .
Rest of the day at your leisure for excursions and activities in and around Jinja.
Overnight stay at the campsite of Kalagala Falls Overland Camp in a two-person tent. (camping)
- Activities include: crossing the Equator
- Meals inclusive of: breakfast, lunch
- Accommodation: none
- Distance: approx. 230 km
Reisom
8-DAY GORILLA TREKKING CAMPING GROUP SAFARI
- £1655 per person (valid from 01-01-2026 to 31-12-2026)
The above travel cost excludes gorilla and chimpanzee tracking permits.* - €1,720 per person (valid from 01-01-2027 to 31-12-2027)
The above travel cost excludes gorilla and chimpanzee tracking permits.*
Price of gorilla tracking permit: U$ 865 to U$ 1000* per person
Price for the Chimp trekking permit: U$ 140 to U$ 240 per person
The price of a gorilla/chimp permit depends on the season and is non-refundable.
This price is based on two travellers in a double room.
For solo travellers; single-occupancy tent available on request, no supplement
Optional extras:
- Additional overnight stay at the Hillside Plaza hotel at the start or end of the trip: €64 (2026) and €68 (2027) per person per night in a double room based on two people, including breakfast.
- Single room supplement €45 (2026) and €50 (2027) per person per night.
- Arrival and/or departure transfer Entebbe Airport to Hillside Plaza Hotel optional to book at €43,- (2026 & 2027) per person per single journey based on 2 people, single room supplement €26,- (2026 & 2027) single journey.
Prices for departures after 31/12/2027 are available on request. If you are interested, please send us a message via our Contact form.
Flight
The stated travel sum excludes international flights. However, we can offer you flights from all airlines connected to IATA BSP.
Upon request, we can provide you with a quote for various airlines. Flight price indication for this trip: KLM flight from Amsterdam starting from €740 per person, including airport tax, for the Amsterdam – Entebbe – Amsterdam route.
Extension of the journey
If you prefer a longer or shorter stay, that is of course possible. A tailor-made trip to your personal wishes is also possible, of course. If you inform us of your wishes, we will be happy to make you an attractive offer.
Departure dates 2026:
June: 10
July: 08, 22
Augustus: 19
September: 02, 30
October: 14
November: 11, 25
December 23rd
Departure dates 2027:
January: 06, 20
February: 03, 17*
March: 03, 17, 31*
April 14, 28
May: 12*, 26
June 09, 23*
July: 07, 21
Augustus 04*, 18
September: 01, 15, 29
October: 13, 27*
November: 10, 24
December: 08*, 22
Bold data The bolded dates mean the trip will go ahead regardless of the number of participants. On the dates indicated with an *, a German-speaking translator will accompany the group and it is very likely that a larger number of German-speaking travellers will be travelling on this date. The language of instruction during the trip will still be English.
Incl./excl. with this trip
Travel information
Number of participants:
Our camping safaris are conducted in small groups to offer the best and most flexible programme possible. Small groups mean more time for the traveller, less waiting time, and a friendly, personal atmosphere during the trip.
Guaranteed departure from 4 people / maximum 20 participants.
Language
As the participants in the above tour come from different countries, English will be spoken by the guides during the tour. The tour will be accompanied by 2 certified English-speaking guides/drivers for optimal knowledge, information, and individual attention. On the tour dates indicated with an *, a German translator will also be travelling, but the language of the tour will remain English.
Visa
If you are staying in Uganda for less than 3 months and you hold a Dutch passport, this passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure from the country, and it must have enough blank pages for the necessary stamps and visas.
A visa is required for Uganda. www.visas.immigration.go.ugIf you have a nationality other than Dutch, please contact the Ugandan consulate or embassy in your country.
AfrikaOnline does not provide visas. For more information on travelling to Uganda, please visit www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl/reisadvies/uganda, the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Should you not possess valid passport and/or travel documents during your trip, the consequences thereof will be borne by the individual concerned. (The above information is subject to change).
Highlights of the trip:
Visit the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in Uganda on this “once in a lifetime” expedition through authentic Africa. During this trip through Uganda, the main sights will be visited.
During the trip, visits will be made to Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Bunyonyi where a gorilla trek will take place, the town of Jinja where the Nile River begins its journey from Lake Victoria to Egypt, and the Budongo Central Forest Reserve where most of Uganda's chimpanzees live.
Transport
Transport during the trip is a special 20-seater safari truck and in some parks, a special 4x4 safari vehicle.
Comfortable travel and excellent for game drives. Large windows so everyone has a good view.
Roof rack and trailer for luggage.
Travel – Cancellation Insurance
Taking out travel insurance is compulsory. It is recommended to take out cancellation insurance. AfrikaOnline does not provide insurance.
We kindly request that you provide the name of the insurer and the policy numbers for both insurances to AfrikaOnline via email as soon as possible and well in advance of your departure.
Participation
From 15 years (due to gorilla and chimp tracking), no maximum age. However, at least 1 adult must travel with every child under 18 years. For travellers over 65 years old, a health declaration from their GP may sometimes be requested.
During the trip, walks will be undertaken that require a certain level of stamina. The walks are rated as easy to moderate and are optional at all times.
Participation in camping and cooking duties is required on all camping trips.
Overnight stays
In a two-person tent with shared shower and toilet facilities. Please bring your own sleeping bag and towel.
Meals:
During the trip, good and healthy meals will be prepared using predominantly local products. To give you an idea of what the meals will be like: breakfast will consist of cornflakes with milk, toast with jam, and occasionally a full English breakfast with eggs and bacon, fruit juice, coffee, and tea.
Lunch will mostly consist of cheese, cold cuts, salads and bread (picnic style). Dinner will be the most elaborate with regular BBQs, stir-fries and the typically South African Potjiekos (an all-in-one pot dish, delicious!!!!) prepared over the campfire.
If there are special dietary requirements (due to vegetarian preference and/or allergies), please state them when booking the trip so that they can be taken into account in advance.
Coffee and tea will also be served during dinner. Other drinks are excluded and must be purchased separately. During this trip, 7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 7 dinners are included.
Medical conditions:
Anyone in good health can participate in this trip.
Luggage
Travel bag (due to space in the car, it's best to pack your luggage in a travel bag or backpack) with a maximum of 20 kg per person. Bring your own (warm) sleeping bag, towel(s), and a small pillow.
For personal belongings, you can bring a separate small backpack. During your visit to Khwai and Moremi Game Reserve, your main luggage will remain in the safari truck, so for these days, you should bring a small bag or backpack containing clothing, toiletries, and personal items.
Reservations
The agent reserves the right to amend a programme if the agent deems it necessary due to certain conditions, force majeure or unforeseen circumstances.
The agent asks for a compensation form to be signed upon arrival and before departure of the trip.
AfrikaOnline – Tel: 070 401 4092
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