Where to Trek: the 14 Best Wildlife Tours Worldwide

1.Khao Sok: Private Waterfalls and Wildlife Half-Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 337 reviews · 4 hours · from $48Our pick

Spend four hours in Khao Sok National Park with a professional English-speaking guide such as Aek, June, Diamond, or Big Boy. Walk rainforest trails, look for monkeys, gibbons, snakes, spiders, and insects, then cool off at Bang Hua Raet and Wing Hin waterfalls. Choose a private or small-group outing at no extra cost.

“I had the most amazing guide , he taught me alot about the park and we saw so many different animals. we went off the path through some "short cuts" a few times too , definitely a crazy and fun experience and I would have definitely not seen as much as I did if I was on my own . thank you so much :)”

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2.4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $2,450Top rated

Spend four days traveling from Entebbe through Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi for mountain gorilla trekking, then return via Lake Bunyonyi and Mbarara. Expect game drives, a Kazinga Channel cruise, an Equator stop, lodge stays, and a private guide. Smith and Sam are guides frequently praised for care and flexibility, though assignments are not guaranteed.

“On any guided tour, the guide will be the determining factor between a good trip and a excellent one. On this 4 day Gorilla tour, our guide was Smith. He is energized, enthusiastic, and clearly loves his job. I would recommend him for anyoRead more”

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3.5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $2,780

Spend five days in western Uganda with a small group of no more than five people. The trip includes a gorilla trek in Bwindi, game drives and a Kazinga Channel cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park, plus chimp tracking in Kalinzu Forest. Transport, permits, park fees, meals, and accommodation are included as listed.

“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”

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4.Gorilla trekking &wildlife adventure in Rwanda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $7,687

You’ll travel from Kigali through Rwanda’s major wildlife areas, with guided gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe, and game drives in Akagera. Golden monkeys, rare birds, Lake Kivu, private transport, meals, lodging, and park fees are included. Gorilla permits cost extra.

“My friends & I on girls trips, accomplished our bucket list with Neza Safari in Jan-2024. We highly recommend Neza Safari, Lillian & IzRa if you are seeking a dream vacation.”

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5.9 Days Uganda Wildlife Safaris, Gorilla Trekking & Hiking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $3,726

This nine-day private 4WD safari links Entebbe, Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, and Bwindi. With an English-speaking guide, you will track rhinos and chimps, cruise the Nile and Kazinga Channel, and spend one hour with a mountain gorilla family. Sankofa Afrika’s team, led by Sam, can also arrange cultural visits and other activities.

“The end of year 2024 found me in Kampala wondering how to get into the right vibes for 2025 until a friend recommended us about sankofa tours and indeed it was a game changer. They have a good team which prepared us our package coverage for 5 days to show cRead more”

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6.4-Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Chimpanzee Trek at Kalinzu Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $2,244

Spend four days moving from Entebbe through western Uganda to Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Kalinzu Forest. Gorilla and chimpanzee permits, park fees, transport, and nine meals are included. Guides such as Fred, Herbert, Amanya, and Godfrey have led past departures, with groups capped at five people.

“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”

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7.Nam Ha NPA 3 Day Wildlife Jungle Camp and Village Homestay Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $149

This three-day Nam Ha trek takes you from Luang Namtha into the forest with local guides such as Nom, Xiong, and Sing. You’ll learn about medicinal plants, fish and hunt frogs, cook jungle food, sleep in a banana-leaf camp, and stay with a village family. Expect modest comfort, real cultural contact, and moderate hiking in a group of up to eight.

“It was amazing. I had the best time and the tour guide was just the type for our group. Amazing experience and super authentic”

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8.Day Tour Of Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Wildlife Ranch – ZIWA RHINO TREKKING

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $300

Leave Kampala for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where trained rangers guide you on foot through savannah and woodland to find white rhinos. The private tour includes transport, lunch, entrance fees, and WiFi. You may also spot kobs, warthogs, monkeys, hippos, waterbucks, and shoebill storks.

“Excellent! Very informative trek with the Rhino. We end ended up seeing 10 during our walk. Would highly recommend a trip to Ziwa.”

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9.8 Day Gorilla Trek, Wildlife Safari and Chimp Habituation Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $3,674

Travel from Kigali to Kampala or Entebbe on an eight-day private safari with Bamboo Ecotours. You will trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi, golden monkeys in Mgahinga, wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and chimps during a half-day habituation experience in Kibale. Guides such as John, Fred, Herbert, and Godfrey have led past trips.

“I recently travels to Rwanda and Uganda with Bamboo eco. I decided to do this trip sort of last minute (in March) and had never planned my own travel prior to this trip. Edison made this planning so easy- I gave him a list of things I wanted to doRead more”

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10.6 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimps Trekking and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $3,900

Travel from Entebbe into western Uganda for mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi, chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, a Queen Elizabeth game drive, and a Kazinga Channel cruise. Private transport, meals, park fees, and airport pickup are included. Guides may include Chris, Moses, Revaldo, or Charles.

“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”

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11.13 Days Adventure in Tanzania – Trekking and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $3,000

You combine a seven-day Machame Route climb with northern Tanzania safaris in Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro. Expect rainforest, moorland, mountain views, elephants, and possible Big Five sightings. Rupia Adventure operates the trip, with pickup offered, mobile tickets, and groups capped at four people.

“Hello friends. This was an unforgettable and unique trip. They were 13 days of adventure in Tanzania, this is a very beautiful and excellent place to share with your loved ones. my husband, my son and I are very grateful to the people who Read more”

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12.4 Day Golden Monkeys Bwindi Gorillas Wildlife and Chimps Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $2,770

Start with golden monkeys in Rwanda’s bamboo forest, then cross into Uganda for Bwindi gorillas, Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth’s Kazinga Channel, and Kalinzu chimps. Your private guide and driver may be Ronald or Dismas. Expect early starts, long road transfers, steep forest walks, and excellent wildlife variety.

“I would highly recommend booking your next trip to Rwanda and Uganda with Frena Adventures! A friend recommended them also to me and did not disappoint. From the beginning everything was well explained before going on our trip. We diRead more”

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13.4 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Chimpanzee Trek at Kibale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $2,551

Start in Kampala or Entebbe with Bamboo Ecotours and travel west for chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, a Queen Elizabeth game drive, and gorilla trekking in Bwindi. Guides such as Godfrey, John, Herbert, Jackson, and Amanya have led past departures. The trip ends in Kigali, with a late flight or overnight stay required.

“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.”

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14.Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Trek, Wildlife & Ancient Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 9 hours · from $24Best value

Spend nine hours in Cuc Phuong National Park with an English-speaking guide, visiting the Endangered Primate Rescue Center, Cave of Prehistoric Man, and thousand-year-old Cho Tree. You will hike shaded jungle trails, eat lunch in the forest, and ride round trip from Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, or Trang An. A group may reach 15 people.

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