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Fort Portal, Uganda

Fort Portal

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Fort Portal

Welcome to Fort Portal, Uganda—a charming gem nestled among the Rwenzori Mountains! This vibrant town is a gateway to lush tea plantations and breathtaking crater lakes. Dive into adventure with hiking, wildlife safaris, and exploring nearby national parks. Don't miss the lively markets and friendly locals. It’s the perfect mix of thrill and chill—come soak in the beauty!

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Outdoor4.3/5

Amabere Caves

Landmark4.3/5

New Tooro Kingdom Palace

Nestled in Fort Portal, the New Tooro Kingdom Palace captivates visitors with its stunning architecture and rich history, serving as a vibrant cultural hub that celebrates the Tooro Kingdom's heritage and traditions.

Landmark4.6/5

Kigere crater lake

Landmark4.1/5

Mpanga Market

Mpanga Market is a vibrant hub in Fort Portal, Uganda, where colorful local produce, handicrafts, and lively vendors create an authentic cultural experience, making it a must-visit destination for an immersive taste of Ugandan life.

Culture4.6/5

Virika Diocese Roman Catholic Church

Culture4.4/5

Empaako Village and Cultural Heritage Center

Landmark4.2/5

Fort Portal Golf Course

Self Care4.3/5

Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital

Outdoor4.3/5

Tooro Botanical Gardens

Eat$$$4.1/5

Cafe de forte

Eat$$$3.9/5

Gardens Restaurant, Cafè, Art Gallery

Cafe4.25/5

Dutchess Hotel and Restaurant

Eat4.9/5

Food Set Go - Pizza and Bakery Delivery

Eat4.1/5

Momo Safari bakery and cafe

Eat3.8/5

Ravens Hotel

Eat3.5/5

Gluepot Bar & Pizzeria

Drink3.9/5

Forest Bar

Eat3.8/5

Fort View Hotel

Stays

Stay5/5

Nyaika Hotel

Nestled along Toro Road in Fort Portal, Nyaika Hotel is iconic for its elegant architecture and stunning views of the surrounding hills, offering a perfect blend of comfort and local charm for every traveler.

Stay4.5/5

Kaswa Lodge

Nestled in Fort Portal, Kaswa Lodge offers a unique blend of luxurious comfort and authentic Ugandan charm, surrounded by stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, making it an ideal retreat for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

Stay4.45/5

Kaije country cottages

Nestled in lush landscapes, Kaije Country Cottages in Fort Portal offers a unique blend of tranquil accommodation and proximity to nature, making it an ideal escape for those seeking adventure and relaxation.

Stay4.4/5

Koi Koi Cultural Village Hotel

Stay4.35/5

Kalitusi Nature Resort

Stay4.15/5

Kyaninga Royal Cottage

Stay3.15/5

Fort Motel

Stay4.7/5

Karibu Guest House Fort Portal

Stay5/5

Tides cottages

Stay4.2/5

Aramaga Rift Valley Lodge

Stay4/5

Rwenzori View Guesthouse

Stay4.5/5

Kyaninga Lodge

Looking for an unforgettable escape in Uganda? Look no further than Kyaninga Lodge, the hidden gem of Fort Portal! Perched on the edge of a stunning crater lake, this picturesque lodge is perfect for adventurers seeking relaxation and jaw-dropping views. With cozy chalets, a delicious restaurant, and endless activities to choose from, you'll be buzzing with excitement! Don't forget your camera!

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5/5
240 h

10 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari

This 10 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari offers Gorilla trekking, Chimpanzees tracking and wildlife game drives coupled with amazing game scenery - the highlight of an African safari in Uganda. Besides, gorilla trekking, the safari features wild game viewing including the Big five of land animals namely; lions, elephants, Rhinos, Buffaloes, and Leopard. The chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale forest is also incorporated.

$5,055.60
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5/5
216 h

9 day Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wilderness Safari (mid-range)

This is one of the tours that take you to almost all the most visited places in Uganda. It gives you chance to see and do the popular spots in and the major highlights of a safari tour in Uganda. You will be tracking the Rhinos on foot in Ziwa Sanctuary on the first day and after this you will continue to Murchison falls where you will take views of the rapids formed by the River Nile. On this tour, you will be doing game drives in Murchison falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks where you will have to see wildlife like; lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants and many antelope species. You will also enjoy boat cruises on the River Nile and on the Kazinga channel where you will have chance to see many hippos, crocodiles and more animals as well as many water birds. This tour also takes you for chimpanzee tracking in Kibale forest as well as the trekking the mountain gorillas in Bwindi forest national park. There will be chances to see other primates like; monkeys & baboons.

$3,702.00
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5/5
264 h

11-Days Pride of Uganda Wildlife Safari

For a family, partner, colleagues & solo trip, this is the perfect package for you. Covering most of the most populated game parks in Uganda, it will be a thrill to spend the day tracking & trekking through the rain forests, embracing the sounds of nature & the serenity of the golden evening sunset as you lounge away. Spend your day tracking Chimps, looking for Mountain Gorillas or seeing so many animals on a game drive. With experienced guides, you will see & learn about so many animals.

$9,293.34
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5/5
240 h

10 Day Best of Uganda Adventure Safari

This 10-day safari is action packed, adventurous and full of excitement. This trip takes you much closer to the best of Uganda with a wide range of excursions. The trip is open all year round featuring a combination of the primate species of Uganda and more game especially enjoyed on a boat cruise. The lodges are comfortable and can be customized at any location to fit your needs and interests. Come explore Africa with us!

$5,100.00
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5/5
144 h

6 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Safari in Uganda

Our 6 day safari will leave with life time memories where our professional safari guide will bring you close to the Gorilla and chimpanzees in their natural habitats and safari to see exciting of big games with an amazing walking safari to the Rhinos, zebras and giraffes. He will explain the beauty of Uganda and share different experiences.

$53,116.00
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5/5
168 h

7 Days Fort Portal Culture Tour Western Uganda

• Overview 7 days fort portal takes you’re through the main historical, cultural, tribal and Attractions in Rwenzori region crater lakes tours. the Unique 3 parks in Western Uganda,13 primates of Uganda in Kibale , Highest block Mountain Rwenzoris , Queen Elizabeth Park Uganda.

$1,500.00
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5/5
96 h

4 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Chimpanzee Trek at Kibale

​We've got you covered if you want to see more in less time! The 4-day gorillas, wildlife and chimpanzee trekking at Kibale National Park safari offered by Bamboo Ecotours takes you to the most stunning tourist attractions in southwestern Uganda. The major highlights are chimpanzee trekking at Kibale National Park, game drives at the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth national park, and gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park. Note that 4-day gorillas, wildlife and chimpanzee trekking at Kibale National Park safari starts in Kampala/Entebbe and ends in Kigali, Rwanda. The 4-day safari that starts and/or ends in Kigali is this one: 4-day gorillas, wildlife and chimpanzee trekking at Kalinzu forest.

$2,551.24
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5/5
384 h

16-Days Around Uganda Safari

Experience Uganda from North to South: Kidepo Valley National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Start by heading to the untouched wilderness of Kidepo Valley National Park. From there continue the journey to the south with highlights of Boat-safaris, Game-drives and Chimps trekking on the way. In the south you will meet the gentle giants of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys. Along the way you discover Uganda's varied nature and friendly people.

$13,470.00
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5/5
4 h

Crater lake walking experience

Exploring three crater lakes as you pass through the local communities, natural forest and take an optiinal conoeing around one of the lakes. Spot hippos, different bird species and primates/monkeys.

$25.00
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5/5
72 h

3-Day Wildlife Adventure in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Discover the raw beauty of Uganda on this 3-day private safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to elephants, hippos, lions, buffaloes, and the famous Kazinga Channel. Depart from Entebbe, journey through lush landscapes, cross the Equator, and pass rolling tea plantations and scenic crater lakes on your way to Mbarara and the park. Experience thrilling game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, and immerse yourself in local culture with a stop at the Igongo Cultural Center. With breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife, and personalized guiding, this safari is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking an unforgettable Ugandan adventure.

$667.00
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5/5
144 h

6 Days Big Five Tour Adventure & Chimpanzee Tracking

These 6 days wildlife safari will leave you with unforgettable memories and big exposure to the wildlife due to the amazing and wonderful sceneries you will have come a cross and as well as truly believing as to why Uganda is referred as the pearl of Africa. This safari will include visiting Queen Elizabeth national park as known as the medleys of wonders, Murchison falls national park where you find the strongest waterfalls in the world and Kibale forest national park for chimpanzee tracking. Please note : Tour is not wheelchair accessible. TRAVEL HACKS BEFORE YOUR TRIP 1.VISA to Uganda 2.Proof of Vaccination 3.Airticket 4.ATM VISA card for self-payments and pocket change. 5.Patience 6.Safari Clothes keeping in consideration of weather changes. 7.Health precaution measures like pain reliever, insect repellant, sunscreen, hand sanitizer sunglasses, sun hat, body creams/lotions etc. 8.Camera & Binocular

$2,750.00
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5/5
120 h

5 Days Murchison Falls and Kibale National Park

You will Visit the Worlds Largest Water Fall park which lies at the Northern end of the Albertine Rift Valley, where the sweeping Bunyoro escarpment tumbles into vast, palm dotted Savannah, the Primate Capital of the World that's Kibale National which is a habitant of most famously 13 species of primate including the chimpanzee.and also contains over 375 species of birds with some tree species that are over 200 years.

$2,610.00
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5/5
240 h

10-Days Mountain Gorillas, Primates & Uganda Wildlife Safari

This 10-day safari takes you on an expedition to the best destinations in Uganda. Head to Murchison Falls National Park and expect the Big Five sighting, a boat trip to the base of the falls plus a hike to the top of the falls. See the fascinating primates population in Kibale National Park or Kalinzu Forest Reserve, visit Queen Elizabeth & Lake Mburo National Parks with classic big games like the rare tree-climbing lions and most importantly, Bwindi Impenetrable/Mghahinga Gorilla National parks, for the ultimate Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys expereince.

$8,694.00
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5/5
192 h

08 days Classic Uganda Primate Tour

This Classic Primate tour combines the highlights of the country including exciting guided walking safaris to chimpanzee trekking, wildlife viewing and of course the unforgettable gorilla tracking.

$3,680.00
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5/5
72 h

3 days Chimpanzee tracking Kibale Uganda

3 days Chimpanzee tracking safari will take you to embark on an exciting chimpanzee trekking in Kibale forest National Park. This forest also habits monkeys and a variety of birds. The activities encountered on this safari are chimpanzee trekking and a guided Bigodi Swamp nature walk.

$1,519.13
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5/5
192 h

8-Day Ultimate Uganda Adventure: Gorillas, Chimps & Savannah

This safari offers once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experiences that you won’t find anywhere else. Get up close with the majestic mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, witness the rare tree-climbing lions of Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park, and encounter chimpanzees, our closest living relatives, in their natural habitat. Alongside these iconic primates and predators, enjoy thrilling game drives, scenic boat cruises, and immersive cultural experiences, making this tour an unforgettable journey through Uganda’s most extraordinary landscapes.

$2,000.00
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5/5
72 h

Fort portal & Tooro kingdom tour

Enjoy 3 days of travel to home of the youngest King's palace with it's features like the creator lakes, caves and water falls.

$480.00
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5/5
408 h

16-Day Photo Tour to Uganda and Tanzania

This photo tour will introduce you to two incredibly diverse East African countries. Uganda, known as the Pearl of Africa, and Tanzania, the larger of the two, and formerly known as Tanganyika. Tailor-made for the discerning photographer, and traveller who enjoys a mix of culture, nature, and wildlife in this packed itinerary, that is full of photographic opportunities with guided instruction on every excursion. We will spend 10 days in Uganda and 6 days in Tanzania. Highlights include: -Trekking the gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. -A safari in either Queen Elizabeth National Park -You will visit the White River Nile in Jinja -Cultural immersion throughout both countries. -Experience the big five and the annual Wildebeest migration taking place in Serengeti National Park -A hot air balloon ride over the Ngorongoro Crater with a different view of the migration below. A bonus will be the opportunity to improve your photography with hands-on instruction.

$6,891.96
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5/5
72 h

3 Days 2 Nights Kibale Chimpanzee Trekking

This consistently popular primate walk allows visitors to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. The chimpanzee groups in Kanyanchu are well accustomed to human presence, with some having been observed for over 25 years, ensuring a sighting probability of over 90%. Kibale is a biologically rich region that also hosts over 120 other mammal species, including baboons, elephants, and antelopes. The forest is home to approximately 370 bird species. Welcome to home of Chimpanzees in Uganda

$2,208.00
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5/5
168 h

7 Days Uganda Primates and Queen Elizabeth Safari

Thank you for your trust in us. We take great pleasure in presenting to you this custom-made quote for your Mountain Gorilla, Queen Elizabeth & Chimpanzee safari. Your tour will take place over 7 days and 6 nights (budget safari) We would love the opportunity to take you on safari. Please let us know if you’d like any further details. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

$2,500.00
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