Gorilla Safaris – Gorilla Trekking Tours Uganda,Rwanda,Congo 2027-2035

Gorilla Safaris-Gorilla Trekking Tours in Uganda & Rwanda: At Gorilla Safaris – the best Gorilla trekking Experts in Africa, offer exclusive gorilla trekking tours in Uganda & Rwanda, with gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Maghinga Gorilla National Park & Virunga National Park(though still closed). Our Gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda & Rwanda provides 99% gorilla encounters in Volcanoes National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga National Park, Virunga National Park & Kahuzi Biega National Park. Gorilla safaris allows you to get upclose & personal with these gorillas as they engage with one another and their natural habitat. You will be astounded by how much their social behavior, emotions, and intelligence resemble those of humans. Additionally, you will discover how to conserve them and the difficulties they encounter, such as habitat degradation, poaching, and conflicts between humans and wildlife.

At Gorilla Safaris, we conduct Unique gorilla experiences! We design ultimate Gorilla trekking Safaris/Expeditions to witness amazing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Volcanoes National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Virunga National Park & lowland gorillas in Kahuzi Biega National Park according to conservation guidelines and sustainable tourism standards.

All our gorilla trekking Safaris operate in secure 4X4 safari vans & Land Cruisers and are led by highly qualified and knowledgeable local safari experts. Clients on all gorilla trekking safaris In Uganda & Rwanda stay at the most well-chosen lodges, whether they are high-end or low-end, which will help you reconnect with nature!

We provide a collection of gorilla trekking safari itinerary packages tailored to your budget and preferences, including options for 1-day Rwanda gorilla trekking and multi-day gorilla and wildlife safari packages. Our bespoke itineraries are tailored to accommodate individual preferences and Demands

Gorilla Trekking Safaris Uganda & Rwanda-Best Gorilla Trekking Tours & Itineraries

Gorilla trekking in Uganda is done in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National park, in southwestern Uganda, forming international border with Rwanda. Fifty percent of the global population of mountain gorillas are found in Uganda. Being up close and personal with the mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat is the greatest way to experience gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda.

Most Gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda itineraries begin from either Entebbe International Airport, or Kampala-the Capital City of Uganda, with a road drive in a 4×4 safari car.

All Uganda gorilla trekking safari packages can be done at any time of the year and are available for booking by individual, couples, or groups.

Whereas driving from Kigali, Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park takes approximately 4 hours, and to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park 4 hours.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda both short & long expeditions lasting between 3 to 4 days, encompassing Mountain Gorilla trekking in the forests of Bwindi Forest Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

However, Gorilla Safaris in Uganda is an excellent way support both population growth and conservation.

Gorilla Safaris Uganda-Gorilla Trekking Tours, Itineraries & Packages

1 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking

1 day Uganda Gorilla trekking safari is a short day gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in South Western Uganda. This 1 day gorilla trekking Itinerary is the best gorilla trekking tour in Uganda for those who would like to see the mountain gorillas in Bwindi from Kigali, Kisoro or Kibale

1 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking

1 Day Mgahinga Gorilla Safari

1 Day Mgahinga Gorilla Trekking Safari offers a short 1 day Uganda gorilla trekking tour in Mgahinga gorilla National Park from Kigali . This 1 day mgahinga gorilla trekking safari allows you to go gorilla trekking the one & only Nyakagezi habituated gorilla trekking family in Mgahinga National Park.

1 Day Mgahinga Gorilla Trekking

2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking

2 Days Bwindi Gorilla trekking safari or 2 day Uganda Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi offers mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This 2 days Bwindi gorilla safari from Kigali starts with Kigali City tour, then a scenic drive via Cyanika border into the Rushaga or Ruhija sector

2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

3 days Uganda gorilla trekking or 3 days Bwindi gorilla safari offers an all-inclusive gorilla trekking tour in Bwindi Impenetrable National park from Entebbe or Kigali. The 3 day Uganda gorilla trekking safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park affords a short yet memorable gorilla expedition, with an emphasis on tracking endangered mountain gorillas in their natural home. Our 3 days Uganda gorilla trekking itinerary includes 4×4 scenic drive, cultural walks and gorilla tracking.

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking

3 Days Gorilla Habituation Experience

3 days Gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park takes you to Rushaga sector to learn the process of habituating Mountain Gorillas to get used to human beings. In a group of 4 people, the 3 days Uganda gorilla habituation safari experience allows you to spend 4 hours with the mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park. 3 days Gorilla habituation Experience involves one gorilla group in the habituation process, & Gorilla Safaris offers this distinctive experience to travelers.

3 Days Gorilla Habituation

5 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

5 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari or 5 Days Gorilla trekking & Chimpanzee tracking safari or 5 days Primates safari is a 5 day Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park Safari. This 5 days Gorilla trekking & Chimpanzee tracking combines mountain Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park. This 5 days Uganda Gorilla safari presents an excellent opportunity to engage in Gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park

5 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking

10 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari

The 10 days Uganda gorilla safari itinerary provides exceptional experiences, including gorilla tracking, tree-climbing lions resting in the treetops, chimpanzee trekking, and Big Five(encounters). This detailed 10 days Uganda gorilla safari Itinerary includes Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Lake Bunyonyi

10 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari

12 Days UGanda Gorillas & Wildlife

(12 Days Uganda Gorillas & Wildlife): 12-days Uganda primates & Big Five Game viewing tour or 12 days Uganda Gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & wildlife safari includes pick-up upon arrival/drop-off at Entebbe International Airport, accompanied throughout the trip by a professional English-speaking driver-guide. This private 12 days Uganda Gorillas & Wildlife safari for gorilla trekking, chimpanzees & Big five

12 days Uganda & Wildlife Safari

2 Weeks Gorillas, Chimpanzees & Wildlife

14 days Uganda Gorilla Safari or 14 days Uganda primates & wildlife to Bwindi Impenetrable National park, Kibale Forest National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi & Lake Mburo National Park. 14 Days Uganda Gorilla safari includes Gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, Big Five game view & boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth & Murchison & Lake Mburo, & Leisure

2 Weeks Gorillas, Chimps, Wildlife

Gorilla Safaris Rwanda-Gorilla Trekking Tours, Itineraries, Packages

Gorilla trekking in Rwanda offer Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Rwanda gorilla trekking provides a remarkable opportunity to engage with endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park-their natural habitat. This experience necessitates obtaining Rwanda gorilla permit, priced at $1,500 USD, and includes guided treks through rainforests to locate habituated gorilla families.

Gorilla trekking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park offers an opportunity to observe these majestic creatures for one hour, with a portion of the proceeds supporting conservation efforts and local communities.

The experience is meticulously organized to ensure safety and conservation, adhering to strict gorilla trekking rules and regulations (maintaining a distance of 7 meters).

The terrain is generally manageable for most gorilla trekking safaris in Rwanda; however, certain treks may present challenges based on the gorilla family’s location.

1 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari

1 Day Rwanda gorilla trekking or 1 Day Gorilla safari Rwanda is a short day gorilla trekking tour to Volcanoes National Park from Kigali. The 1 day Rwanda gorilla trekking tour to volcanoes National park provides the perfect opportunity to track mountain gorillas in their habitat at the shortest time possible. Embark on a 1 day mountain gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda to experience the face to face encounter with the gorillas in the dense forest of Volcanoes National Park.

1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Safari

2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari

2 Days Rwanda Gorilla trekking Safari is a gorilla trekking tour to Volcanoes National Park, where mountain gorillas are found in Rwanda.The 2 days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking visits Volcanoes National Park for gorilla trekking. Volcanoes National Park lies in northwestern Rwanda. It is home to about 1004 mountain gorillas that are still alive today and can only be found in Rwanda, Uganda, and the DR Congo.

2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari

3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari

The 3-day Rwanda Gorilla trekking safari to Volcanoes National Park involves: Kigali city tour and a visit to the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village. During your time in the Rwanda, you will gain insights into Rwandan culture and enjoy cultural dances, folklore, and traditional songs. The 3 day Rwanda gorilla Safari, includes Gisozi genocide memorial site to gain insight into the events that precipitated the awful Rwandan genocide

3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari

3 Days Rwanda Gorilla & Golden Monkeys Safari

3 Days Rwanda Gorilla & Golden Monkey safari offers Mountain Gorilla trekking, Golden Monkey tracking & Iby’Iwachu Cultural experience in Volcanoes National Park. This 3-day Rwanda gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking package in Volcanoes National Park is perfect for primate enthusiasts eager to observe mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys in Rwanda.

3 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Golden Monkeys

4 Days Rwanda Double Gorilla Trekking Safari

4 Days Rwanda Double Gorilla trekking safari in Volcanoes National park provides 2 gorilla trekking experience to track 2 separate mountain gorilla families/groups. The exhilarating 4 days double gorilla trekking in Rwanda requires 2 different Gorilla trekking permits for 2 habituated gorilla families, each at a cost of $1500 per person per day.

4 Days Rwanda Double Gorilla Trekking

5 Days Rwanda Gorilla & Wildlife Safari

5 Days Rwanda gorillas & Wildlife safari for gorilla trekking & Big Five safari visits Volcanoes National Park & Akagera National Park. A 5-day Rwanda gorilla trekking and wildlife safari provides opportunities to track the majestic mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, enjoy scenic game drives in Akagera, engage in bird watching, nature walks, cultural encounters.

5 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Wildlife Safari

5 Days Rwanda Primates (Gorillas &Chimpanzees)

5 days Rwanda primate safari offers 5 days Rwanda gorilla & Chimpanzee safari to Volcanoes National Park and Nyungwe Forest National Park. This 5 days Rwanda Primate safari offers mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe forest National Park. The 5 Day Rwanda Primate Safari begins with a chimpanzee tracking experience in Nyungwe National Park, located in the southwestern region of the country.

5 Days Rwanda Primates Safaris

7 Days Primates & Wildlife Safaris

7 Days Rwanda gorilla Safari to Volcanoes National Park & Nyungwe Forest national Park. The 7 day Rwanda gorilla safari offers an exceptional mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park & Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe forest National Park. If you have a passion for primates, this 7-day Rwanda Gorilla safari will undoubtedly impress you. The 7 day Rwanda gorilla safari itinerary starts with a Kigali City Tour, followed by chimpanzee trekking & a canopy walk

7 Days Rwanda Primates & Wildlife

10 Days Rwanda Gorillas, Chimpanzees & Wildlife

10-Day Rwanda Gorilla Safari or Rwanda Primates safari includes gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, game drives and boat cruises in Akagera National Park, and chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe National Park. A 10-day gorilla safari in Rwanda provides an exceptional experience of the country’s natural beauty and culture, with a treetop canopy walk, golden monkey tracking, Mount Bisoke mountaineering, and a visit to the twin lakes.

10 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari

Gorilla Safaris Africa | Multi-Country African Safaris and Combined Tours

At Gorilla Safaris, we focus on crafting tailored gorilla trekking tours in Africa, and our proficiency in organizing other types of tours has also been recognized. We offer Wildlife Safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania, along with birding tours, cultural tours, and a variety of adventurous expeditions.

We specialize in crafting long tours that perfectly combine Gorilla trekking with a variety of other safari activities. These extended safari trips are considered advisable as they allow for a greater duration of experience and the opportunity to engage in various additional activities. The duration of these trips varies from five (5) days to over 14 days safaris and more. If you’re looking for a safari in Africa that includes more than just Mountains gorillas, these are some alternative itineraries to consider. For guidance and itinerary planning, select one of these options or get in touch with one of our knowledgeable team members.

Rwanda Gorillas Serengeti & Zanzibar

Your 12 days Rwanda Gorilla trekking, Serengeti wildlife & Zanzibar holiday safari starts with searching endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. After that, you stay in Kigali for a peaceful night before embarking on an African safari trip in the Serengeti. After Gorilla trekking & wildlife safari , you conclude with a beach vacation at a resort in Zanzibar, where the promise of complete relaxation is beckoned by the powder-soft sands and crystal-clear water.

12 Days Gorillas Serengeti & Zanzibar

Bwindi Gorilla Trekking & Masai Mara

8 days Bwindi Gorillas & Masai Mara safari combines gorilla trekking experience in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with remarkable wildlife safari in Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve. You will start with mountain gorillas in the mountainous jungles of Uganda, for gorilla trekking regarded as one of the premier wildlife excursions. Fatigued from the remarkable gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park, embark on a rejuvenating safari in the Masai Mara plains.

12 days Bwindi Gorilla & Wildlife Safari

14 Days Rwanda Uganda Gorilla Safari

14-day Uganda & Rwanda gorilla trekking luxury safari visits Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Volcanoes National Park, Kibale Forest National Park & Queen Elizabeth National Park . This 14 days Uganda & Rwanda Primates & Wildlife safari involves Mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey tracking, wildlife viewing, as well as hiking to Diane Fossey’s tomb, seeing the Milles Collines Hotel, renowned from the film Hotel Rwanda, and engaging with members of local community

14 days Uganda & Rwanda Safari

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Uganda and Rwanda

Gorilla trekking refers to the activity of observing and interacting with gorillas in their natural habitat. This experience typically involves guided excursions into forests or national parks where these magnificent animals live, allowing gorilla trekkers to witness their behavior and environment up close.

Gorilla trekking is a sought-after expedition that allows individuals to navigate the forests of Central Africa in pursuit of habituated gorilla families. The primary locations for this gorilla trekking are Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where mountain gorillas are found.

To observe mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga National Park, Volcanoes National Park, or Virunga, obtaining a gorilla permit is a prerequisite. The procedure typically commences with a morning briefing at the park headquarters, succeeded by a hike into the forest along designated gorilla trails. Upon locating them, you will have a limited duration of one hour to engage with the gorillas before returning.

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What is the best time for trekking gorillas in Rwanda and Uganda?

The best time for gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Uganda typically occurs during the dry seasons. The specified periods are from June to September and December to February. In this season, the trails exhibit reduced mud levels, facilitating a more pleasant and manageable trekking experience. During the dry seasons, gorillas typically remain in lower areas, facilitating their discovery.

However, gorilla trekking is available throughout the entire year. Every season offers its unique advantages. During the wet seasons, which occur from March to May and October to November, the landscapes exhibit a vibrant green hue, and tourist presence is notably reduced. Nonetheless, trekking may present challenges due to the muddy trails and dense vegetation.

The best time for gorilla trekking is dependent upon your personal preferences. For best gorilla trekking conditions and uninterrupted views, it is advisable to select the dry seasons. If you prefer a more tranquil environment with fewer visitors and the opportunity to appreciate the lush green landscapes, consider visiting during the wet seasons. However, as the weather might change from year to year, be sure to check it before making travel arrangements.

What is the Gorilla Habituation Experience?

The Gorilla Habituation Experience is a specialized trekking activity available in select destinations, particularly in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. In contrast to conventional gorilla trekking, which typically permits visitors to observe habituated gorilla group(s) for one hour, the habituation experience offers trackers the opportunity to engage with a group of wild gorillas undergoing habituation for a longer time frame, generally lasting 4 hours. Engaging in the Gorilla Habituation Experience offers a distinctive chance for visitors to closely observe gorilla behavior within their natural environment.

Is It Safe to Go Gorilla Trekking In Uganda & Rwanda?

Embarking on a mountain gorilla trekking adventure is highly safe for you and your fellow gorilla trekking enthusiasts. During your gorilla safari, a ranger and guide will accompany you throughout the entire experience. The rangers are well-equipped, often carrying firearms to address any potential encounters with other wildlife. Rest assured, during your observation of the mountain gorillas, you will maintain a distance of approximately 7 meters from them. This distance ensures your safety throughout your Uganda gorilla safari.

What is the minimum age requirement for gorilla tracking?

The minimum age requirement for gorilla tracking in Uganda and Rwanda, along with golden monkey trekking in Uganda, is set at 15 years. Authorities rigorously uphold this regulation, ensuring that all participants are 15 years of age or older to prevent complications, such as being denied access to tracking permissions. Prior to finalizing your safari reservation with us, we will ensure that you are fully informed about the applicable age limits.

The minimum age for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda is 12 years. In Rwanda, children aged 10 and older are permitted to trek golden monkeys when accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 15 are permitted to visit Dian Fossey’s tomb; however, it is important to note that the hike is challenging, making it unsuitable for those younger than 13 years old.