10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari worth booking?
10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari is a 240-hour experience in Kampala, Uganda, from $2800 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 240 hours
- From
- $2800 per person
This is an activity-filled travel package with a major focus on wildlife. There is a lot to see within a short time. With gorilla and chimpanzee tracking as the highlights, other activities include a rhino walking safari
What you get
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- boatcruise fees
- accommodation
About this experience
This is an activity-filled travel package with a major focus on wildlife. There is a lot to see within a short time. With gorilla and chimpanzee tracking as the highlights, other activities include a rhino walking safari, game drives, boat trips, tree-climbing lion search, an optional community/cultural tour and much more!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- boatcruise fees
- accommodation
- chimp, Gorilla trekking permit
- park entry fee
- safari guide
Not included
- Items of personal nature like laundry, buying sourviners
- visa charges and airfares
- Tips
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kampala
Our company representative will be ready to pick you at preferred location in entebbe
Meeting point
Kampala
Our company representative will be ready to pick you at your preferred location within kampala
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Our company representative will be ready to pick you at preferred location in entebbe
Ends at
Our company representative will be ready to pick you at your preferred location within kampala
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Big Apes Africa Safaris
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best experience ever!
We did the 10-day Safari tour, gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking in Uganda. To welcome us on arrival our guide Ronaldo, a polite, respectful boy and truly passionate about animals and nature made us discover this wonderful country. Very nice lodges in excellent locations to reach the main parks. Great food. Thank you Ronaldo from Big Apes for this amazing adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Our 10 days Uganda trip...
We traveled with Big Apes Africa at the end of January 2026 on a 10-day safari in Uganda. Before the trip, we felt that the pre-travel information from the company could have been more detailed, but whenever we contacted them with questions, they were always helpful and quick to respond. Our guide for the entire journey was Don, and we couldn’t have been happier with him. He was always punctual, kind, and reliable, and we never felt unsafe at any point. His knowledge was excellent, and he tried to answer all of our questions in every area. We can wholeheartedly recommend Don as a guide — we were 100% satisfied with him. Queen Elizabeth National Park was a slight disappointment for us, as we expected to see more wildlife and saw very few animals, except for the Kazinga Channel. The accommodations were acceptable, all of them had mosquito nets, and while the internet connection was inconsistent, that is to be expected when traveling in Africa. Overall, we spent a wonderful 10 days in this amazing country and had a great safari experience.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful experience, super recommended
Beautiful journey to discover the largest parks in the country. Big Apes leaves full availability of choice in dates and allows you to adapt the itinerary to your travel needs. In 11 days we explored the east of the country to discover habitats and landscapes always different by spotting hundreds of animals including all the Big Five (yes even the leopard, we were lucky!). Do not miss the Chimpanzee trekking and Gorilla trekking to immerse yourself in the rainforest on the border with Congo. To make everything truly unique the experience and professionalism of our Ronaldo guide who guided us in sightings helping us to better understand the dynamics of behavior and characteristics of the animals. Always very kind, punctual and available to chat and answer many questions and curiosities. Among the activities that we enjoyed the most, and that we recommend to include in your tour, the boat safaris with the opportunity to see also very close hippos, buffaloes, crocodiles, elephants and an extraordinary variety of birds. All accommodations were very cozy and well organized, dinners with great and varied food.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
The safari experience is amazing! I really appreciate the company being so flexible and accommodating! They were able to accommodate my date change and all of the uncertainty in my travel plan! I have a great experience in Uganda, the lodge, food, and service are outstanding! My guide Andrew did a great job as my guide and worked hard!
via Tripadvisor
Once in a lifetime - amazing, but hard.
Uganda is a crown jewel when it comes to African animal viewing. This trip was extremely memorable in both amazing and not so good ways. The amazing: Big Apes and our knowledgeable and friendly guide, Tim used his expertise along with his friend and guide network to get my family and me in front of everything we dreamt of seeing. We saw tree climbing lions, a leopard, a family of mountain gorillas, giant bull elephants, giraffes, the famed shoebill and so much more. Our expectations were exponentially exceeded here. Tim worked tirelessly to ensure our experience was seamless. Tim is a fantastic guide and wonderful person. Peter at Big Apes was also great to work with. He modified our itinerary on the fly to adjust to our needs. The lodges selected for us were earthy and beautiful and the staff in all of them was incredibly gracious and friendly. The food was basic but plentiful. Kudos to the BigApes team for giving us a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you all. The not so good: Prospective clients need to know that this is an arduous journey. Uganda’s roads are quite primitive on this 10-day circuit. And the travel times are significant. We spent 7-9 hours per day (safari time inclusive) in an old Land Cruiser that’s a super cool truck for an afternoon jaunt. But harsh for the literally thousands of speed bumps, potholes and ~80 some odd hours in it throughout this 10-day journey. Overall, we really enjoyed the trip. I don’t provide the ‘not so good’ to be negative but to be honest and constructive. I think a faster, more comfortable vehicle, with charging ports could have improved this trip remarkably.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 240 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 15+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2800 to $4900
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Big Apes Africa Safaris, who run 3 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.4.
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10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kampala.
How much does 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari cost?
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Prices start at $2800 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kampala usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari take?
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Plan for about 240 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kampala is not rushed.
Is 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kampala, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 15. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 240-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kampala can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kampala and add a light layer if any part of the 240-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 10 Day Gorilla Chimps and Big 5 Safari start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kampala within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kampala?
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On Outty we rank every Kampala experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kampala’s Best Experience walking tour, Kampala Walking City Tours (Women-Guided), Kampala Heart of Walking Adventure. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kampala?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kampala?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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