Worldwide · WILDLIFE
This is the shortlist you would send a friend with boots: 14 wildlife treks worth the flight, each with its price, its walking time and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Khao Sok’s four-hour waterfall and wildlife trek, with guide tips, swimming stops, price value, fitness advice, and booking details.
“Diamond was an excellent guide! He was very kind and informative, and he immediately spotted wildlife that I would have never noticed on my own!”
Review of Uganda’s 4-day gorilla trek and wildlife safari, with Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi, practical tips, value, and drawbacks.
“Among all the agencies I reached out to, Elvis from Lulu Safari was the most responsive and communicative. I’m glad I chose them for my Uganda trip. My guide, Sam, was patient, kind, and attentive. I had an amazing time over the past five days, and this experience makes me want to return to Uganda in the near future.”
Review of Uganda’s 5-day gorilla, wildlife, and chimp trek, including Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Kalinzu Forest, costs, fitness, and practical tips.
“I just completed a 5 day/4 night tour of western Uganda with Bamboo Ecotours. First of all, Western Uganda is just incredibly beautiful. Secondly, it is clear that the owner Edison and most of all my incredible, friendly, knowledgeable guidRead more”
Review of an 8-day Rwanda safari from Kigali with gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, Akagera game drives, meals, lodging, and transport.
“Highly recommend this tour operator. The team was very responsive and our driver excellent (Ezra) - very knowledgeable and happy to share! The Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge was very accommodating with our arrival times and even cleaned our hiking boots.”
Review of a 9-day Uganda safari with gorilla trekking, Big Five wildlife, chimpanzees, Nile cruises, and practical booking advice.
“Bwindi impenetrable is a good trekking environment. Sankofa Afrika led our team of 5 to this adventurous journey of four days. After Bwindi Murchison falls wasn't ready where we surfed om the water and all was fun. Yes I highly recommend Sankofa they understand this game of tourism. The four days we spent are unforgettable.”
Review of a four-day Uganda trip combining Bwindi gorilla trekking, Queen Elizabeth safari, and Kalinzu chimpanzees.
“I was invited to a conference in Kampala, so I thought it would be nice to spend some time doing tourist activities in Uganda while I am in the area (after all, who knows when I will have an opportunity to come back!). I was initially very nervRead more”
Trek Nam Ha NPA for three days with jungle camping, Khmu village life, forest cooking, wildlife skills, and a homestay for $149.
“It was amazing. I had the best time and the tour guide was just the type for our group. Amazing experience and super authentic”
Review of Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary from Kampala, with private transport, lunch, ranger-led rhino trekking, wildlife, price, tips, and booking advice.
“Excellent! Very informative trek with the Rhino. We end ended up seeing 10 during our walk. Would highly recommend a trip to Ziwa.”
Review of an 8-day Uganda and Rwanda safari with gorilla trekking, golden monkeys, chimps, game drives, and the Kazinga Channel cruise.
“Was picked up in entebbe and we drove to bwindi park to do the gorilla trekking was one of the best things i have done. The lodges were all excellent and the guide John was very professional and wonderful in all ways. Highly recommend bamboos ecotours”
Review of Uganda’s 6-day gorilla, chimpanzee, and wildlife safari, with Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Lake Bunyonyi, and practical planning advice.
“Both our safari and gorilla trekking were amazing! My son and I also felt the safety around Uganda, the people were also very friendly and helpful. Im really happy we gave this ago. This is our 2nd time on a safari tour but Uganda experience maRead more”
Trek Mount Kilimanjaro by Machame Route, then explore Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro on a 13-day Tanzania adventure.
“Very nice experience indeed,educational fun and unforgettable moments.I will surely recommend this place thanks.”
Review of a 4-day Rwanda and Uganda wildlife tour with golden monkeys, Bwindi gorillas, Lake Bunyonyi, Kazinga Channel, and chimps.
“Ronald was our driver and he was terrific. Always on time a d courteous. He was a great laugh as well and made the tour that much better. We saw loads of gorilla's and golden monkeys and elephants and hippos. We also saw 4 lions. Great value. Everything was perfect.”
Review of a 4-day Uganda safari with chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth wildlife, Bwindi gorillas, meals, permits, and Kigali transfer.
“We had a great time Gorilla tracking. Herbert our guide was lovely, we actually wanted to take him with us on the rest of our trip😂 Lake Mutanda was beautiful and the gorillas was such an amazing experience. Very professional yet equally friendly and fun.”
Trek Cuc Phuong National Park from Ninh Binh, meet rare langurs, explore ancient caves, see old-growth trees, and enjoy a forest lunch.
A morning, a night out, or a fortnight at altitude.
