Gorilla Tours and Travel Africa Ltd is a leading travel company in East Africa, offering well-planned tours in countries like Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania/Zanzibar and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Gorilla Tours and Travel Africa Ltd tour packages offer a comprehensive and diverse range of experiences, often combining multiple activities and locations to showcase the country's "Pearl of Africa" moniker. The tours can generally be summarized into several key categories, with itineraries often designed to mix and match activities.
This is the cornerstone of Ugandan tourism. Packages are built around encounters with primates and other wildlife in their natural habitats.
Gorilla Trekking: The most sought-after experience. These tours typically last 3-4 days and are centered in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. The main activity is a guided trek to spend an hour with a habituated gorilla family.
Chimpanzee Tracking: Often combined with gorilla treks. The best location is Kibale Forest National Park, known as the "Primate Capital of the World" due to its high density of chimpanzees.
Big Five & Classic Game Drives: Tours to savannah parks like Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Kidepo Valley focus on game drives to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards. Rhinos can be tracked on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, completing the "Big Five" experience.
Combined Primate & Wildlife Tours: Many packages combine gorilla trekking with a classic safari in one or more of the savannah parks, offering a comprehensive view of Uganda's wildlife. These can range from 5 to 14 days or longer.
For travelers seeking an adrenaline rush and physical challenges, Uganda has a lot to offer.
White-Water Rafting on the Nile: Centered in Jinja, this is a major draw for adventure tourists. Rafting tours range from a few hours to a full day on the powerful rapids of the Nile River.
Mountaineering: Multi-day treks are organized to the Rwenzori Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with snow-capped peaks, and Mount Elgon, a massive extinct volcano with a large caldera.
Other Adventures: Activities like bungee jumping, kayaking, and quad biking are popular in Jinja. Hiking to the Sipi Falls on the slopes of Mount Elgon is also a popular activity.
These tours offer a deeper look into the lives of Uganda's people and its history.
Batwa Cultural Experience: Found near the gorilla parks, these tours involve guided walks with the Batwa pygmy people, the original inhabitants of the forest, to learn about their traditional way of life.
Kampala City Tours: Day trips in the capital city visit historical sites like the Kasubi Tombs (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Uganda Museum, and religious sites like the Uganda National Mosque.
Community Visits: Many safaris include visits to local communities to interact with people and learn about their culture, food, and traditional music and dance.
Beyond the main categories, tour operators also offer specialized packages.
Birding Safaris: Uganda is a premier birding destination with over 1,000 species. Tours are tailored for bird watchers and can last for several days, visiting hotspots like Mabamba Swamp for the shoebill stork.
Flying Safaris: For those with a higher budget or limited time, flying safaris use chartered planes to reduce long travel times between parks.
Tailor-Made and Private Tours: The industry is highly adaptable, and many companies specialize in creating custom itineraries based on a traveler's specific interests, budget, and desired duration.
