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Uganda Gorilla Trek & Nile Adventure Bwindi → Jinja (Source of the Nile)
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Uganda Gorilla Trek & Nile Adventure

Gorilla trekking paired with white-water rafting and a sunset Nile cruise at the river's source in Jinja.

Uganda
7 Days6 nights
From $4,700per person
1 CountryUganda
4.7 / 589 reviews
AdventureActive TravelersCouples
7 DaysTotal Duration
2 StopsRoute Legs
$4,700From, Per Person
UgandaCountries Visited
Overview

Gorilla trekking paired with white-water rafting and a sunset Nile cruise at the river's source in Jinja.

Gorilla trekking paired with white-water rafting and a sunset Nile cruise at the river's source in Jinja.

This itinerary can be shortened, extended, or combined with any other route in our library — including a Zanzibar or Seychelles finale on our multi-country templates, or paired directly with our signature Kenya Migration & Zanzibar Escape for an even more customized journey.

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Uganda Gorilla Trek & Nile Adventure highlight Bwindi → Jinja (Source of the Nile)
Route & pacing

The 7-day route

1

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

A permit trek to a habituated mountain gorilla family.

3 Nights
Bwindi Impenetrable ForestBwindi Impenetrable Forest
2

Jinja, Source of the Nile

Optional white-water rafting, kayaking, and a sunset river cruise at the Nile's source.

3 Nights
Jinja, Source of the NileJinja, Source of the Nile
Why this itinerary

Trip highlights

Combines wildlife trekking with genuine adventure-sport activity

Optional grade 3-5 white-water rafting on the Nile's rapids

A calmer sunset cruise option for non-rafters in the same group

Compact 7-day structure ideal for adventure-focused travelers

Signature experiences on this route

Moments built into this itinerary

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Uganda Gorilla Trek & Nile Adventure From $4,700 per person, land + flights as specified · 7 days / 6 nights
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Frequently asked

Planning this itinerary

Is white-water rafting mandatory on this itinerary?

No — it's offered as an optional activity in Jinja; non-rafters can choose the sunset cruise, kayaking or simply relax at the riverside lodge.

What rafting grade should I expect?

The main commercial run includes grade 3-5 rapids with a calmer alternative section available for less experienced rafters.

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