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Top 15 Trekking Safaris

44 treks  ·  from $128 a head

Every trip has one spare week and too many trails. These 15 trekking safaris justify it, priced and graded so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing.

Rovaniemi: Lapland Ski Trekking Safari - Forest trails, hills, and frozen lake views
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Rovaniemi: Lapland Ski Trekking Safari

1.Rovaniemi: Lapland Ski Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 224 reviews · 4 hours · from $128Our pick

You’ll leave Rovaniemi for the snowy taiga, learn to use skin-equipped back-country skis, and trek through forests, hills, or across a frozen lake. Guides such as Atanas, Maca, Aina, and Emily adjust the route to your group. A campfire, Finnish snack, and hot drink provide a warm finish.

“Amazing excursion with many laughs! Our guide Nick was incredible. We enjoyed the campfire and learning more about the Finnish culture. Would highly recommend this tour! Scenery was STUNNING!!!!”

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Khao Sok: Private Day Trekking, Jungle Dinner & Night Safari - The first two hours, walking through Khao Sok
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Khao Sok: Private Day Trekking, Jungle Dinner & Night Safari

2.Khao Sok: Private Day Trekking, Jungle Dinner & Night Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 206 reviews · 7 hours

From Khlong Sok, your private guide, often guides such as Big Boy, June, Bom, or Pom, leads a two-hour jungle walk to a waterfall, cooks a Thai meal over an open fire, then takes you on a two-and-a-half-hour night safari. Expect wildlife, river views, and a slow, active day.

“Top experience of a lifetime for me and my son - authentic eco-friendly and didn't compromise the wildlife. June our guide was amazing what a woman total girl power ! lived experience of a diverse landscape and showed us amazing wildlife during the day and night. She cooked an authentic Thai meal jungle style for us before we came back cannot recommend this enough. Go June we love you thanks so much we will never forget it !!”

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El Calafate: Safari Azul Los Glaciares Trekking Tour - The 1.5-hour road from El Calafate
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El Calafate: Safari Azul Los Glaciares Trekking Tour

3.Safari Azul Los Glaciares Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 123 reviews · 9 hours · from $182

Travel from El Calafate to Perito Moreno Glacier with a Spanish or English-speaking guide. Sail across Lago Rico, hike about 3 hours over forest, sand, and rock, then spend 2 hours at the glacier catwalks. Guides may include Alexa, Diego, Leandro, Victoria, or Camilla.

“we absolutely loved this tour. we had just the right amount of time at every stop. at the glacier the guides leandro and diego showed us which path we should take to see the north side of the glacier. on the boat ride we could gape at the north side of the glacier. for the trekking next to the glacier we even got more guides for our group so everybody was safe. we got more from the tour than we could ever imagine. 10 / 10 would recommend.”

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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda - Day 1: Entebbe to Bwindi through changing country
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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

4.3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $2,600Top rated

Travel by private 4x4 from Entebbe to Bwindi, meet local trackers, spend up to six hours seeking mountain gorillas, and visit the Batwa community and Lake Bunyonyi. Your English-speaking guide handles permits, meals, lodging, and long road transfers.

“Joyous was a Great Guide and we were so happy that we had him with us ! We got so much information about the country, culture and everything. His driving skills are amazing and we always felt safe. We can recommend DAV and especially Joyous. Thanks again for making our first time in Uganda unforgettable.”

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 1: Entebbe to Murchison with rhinos at Zziwa
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

5.8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $3,598

Travel privately from Entebbe through Uganda’s best-known wildlife areas, with rhino tracking at Zziwa, game drives and a falls cruise at Murchison, chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, and gorilla trekking in Bwindi. Guides such as Derrick and Benon have led similar trips, but permits cost extra.

“From the very first communication with this tour company to the guide and the activities, everything was excellent. We did a 9 day custom tour and trekked to see the golden monkeys, Gorillas, chimps, and rhinos. The 2 boat trips we did werRead more”

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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari - Key Points Before You Book
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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

6.5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $2,171

Travel from Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park for chimp tracking and a Kazinga Channel boat trip, then continue through Ishasha to Bwindi for gorilla trekking. Your English-speaking guide handles the long drives, wildlife stops, meals, and airport transfers. Guides have included William, Derrick, Danny, Karim, Daniel, and Eli.

“Everything was arranged as it was written in the itinerary, the guide and the driver was so nice to us. We really enjoyed it and we had good time, i highly recommend it”

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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari - Day 1: From the Equator to Queen Elizabeth National Park
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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

7.4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

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

This private 4-day safari pairs Queen Elizabeth game drives and a Kazinga Channel cruise with gorilla trekking in Bwindi, followed by Lake Bunyonyi and a return through Mbarara. Guides may include Smith, Sam, or Stuart, depending on availability.

“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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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda - Day 2: The gorilla trek in Bwindi
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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

8.Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $3,326

Travel from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in a private group of up to eight. Expect long scenic drives, a ranger-led gorilla trek lasting about one to seven hours, a Batwa community visit, included meals, and an Equator stop on the way back. Guides may include Chris, Charles, Victor, Mustafa, or Ashraf.

“It was the most incredible experience of my life. Being so close to the gorillas, seeing how they live, is indescribable. My guides: Mustafa and Ashraf, were amazing, very attentive, we had a lot of fun (very important since the trip to Bwindi from Entebbe takes 11 hours)”

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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari - Day 1: Entebbe, Kampala, and Mabamba Swamp
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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

9.15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $5,000

Spend 15 days touring Uganda with a private guide, from Entebbe and Murchison Falls to Kibale, Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi, and Lake Mburo. The trip includes chimp and gorilla trekking, game drives, boat safaris, swamp walks, meals, lodging, and transfers. Ask about the exact gorilla park and lodge before booking.

“Upon arrival in Rwanda, we were greeted by our first guide, Smith, who stayed with us for the 5 first days in Rwanda. Smith was from the beginning very friendly and when we arrived in our first hotel, it seemed that the booking did not camRead more”

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6-day Private Camping Safari Tour from Kilimanjaro Airport - Day 1: Tarangire and the elephants at Lilac Campsite
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6-day Private Camping Safari Tour from Kilimanjaro Airport

10.6-day Private Camping Safari Tour from Kilimanjaro Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $2,400

You’ll travel privately with a certified guide through Tanzania’s northern parks, camping at Lilac and Seronera campsites, then staying near Ngorongoro. Expect long game drives, picnic lunches, elephant herds, big cats, crater views, and a final Lake Manyara safari.

“It was truly an unforgettable experience! Our tour guide Jumbe (Frank) was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly enthusiastic, which made the trip even more enjoyable. He went above and beyond to ensure we saw all of the Big Five aRead more”

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5 days safari, hiking & culture (Serengeti & kilimanjaro) - Ngorongoro viewpoint and Maasai culture
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5 days safari, hiking & culture (Serengeti & kilimanjaro)

11.5 days safari, hiking & culture (Serengeti & kilimanjaro)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $1,950

This five-day private trip links Tarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro with a Materuni waterfall hike, coffee-making and Kikuletwa hot springs. You get camping gear, meals, binoculars and hotel pickup. Guides may include Innocent, Cheddy, Omar or Vincent, depending on availability.

“Very good experience 5 days together with inoccente. I had very good time there, the guide told everything i needed to know about safari and animals. If your choosing a guide i recommend the one i had - inoccente. Overall very good experience.”

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12-Day Nepal Adventure Trek with Jungle Safari - Kathmandu temples on Day 2
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12-Day Nepal Adventure Trek with Jungle Safari

12.12-Day Nepal Adventure Trek with Jungle Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $950

Spend 12 days with a local guide exploring Kathmandu, Pokhara, the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek, and Chitwan National Park. Expect basic clean lodges, 14-person maximum groups, long road journeys, sunrise mountain views, village walks, jungle activities, and help from guides such as Raj or Amrit.

“Absolutely loved this tour!! I was not the fittest but was very accommodated by Raj and his porters. They were so lovely and helpful! I loved every bit of this tour and I highly recommend . I don’t think I can beat this holiday it was so good and thanks to this company. No rushing, great accom and food and tours.”

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2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali - Day 2: briefing, forest paths, and the gorilla family
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2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali

13.2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $1,780

Travel from Kigali through Musanze and the Cyanika border to Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Bamboo Ecotours includes gorilla permits, meals, and transfers, with guides such as Jackson, Herbert, and Godfrey often assigned. Expect a demanding trek and long road days, with optional Lake Mutanda activities.

“I had three days in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Kisoro District courtesy of Bamboo Ecotours and the Ugandan Wildlife Authority. I stayed at Rushaga Lodge. Lovely food, comfortable lodgings and friendly atmosphere with great views.”

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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day two: the Bwindi gorilla trek
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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

14.3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $1,810

Start in Kigali with a drive through Rwanda’s hill country to Bwindi, Uganda. Meet a gorilla guide, hike for 2 to 8 hours, spend one hour with a gorilla family, then boat across Lake Bunyonyi. Farouk and Ronald are among the guides praised for careful, flexible service.

“Ronald, my driver was a Rockstar! From the moment he picked me up from my hotel, he was at my disposal for itinerary, visas between countries and delivery to and from Kigali.”

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10 Days Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari - Day 2: White rhinos at Ziwa, then north to Murchison Falls
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10 Days Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

15.10 Days Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $5,000

Travel privately from Entebbe through Uganda’s best wildlife areas, with chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, gorillas in Bwindi, rhinos at Ziwa, and game drives in four parks. Your driver-guide handles the long road transfers, while the itinerary adds boat trips, Bigodi Wetland, Ishasha lions, Lake Bunyonyi, and Lake Mburo.

“I have been planning to visit Uganda and experience it's treasures since about 7 years. I have finally found this company as an absolutely reliable way of travelling solo. Mussa have always been quick in responding my quires and reassured me Read more”

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