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Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tours
There are few wildlife encounters as exciting as coming eye to eye with the largest and most charismatic of the great apes, the gorilla. What makes this experience so special is difficult to pinpoint. The fact that these gentle giants are so closely related to us (the difference in our nuclear DNA is only 1.6%) probably has something to do with it. Mountain gorillas are naturally restricted to a niche area of forested highlands. Unfortunately, this already-small habitat is shrinking due to overpopulation. The income derived from tourism is crucial to secure their future. By booking a gorilla trekking safari, you have the opportunity to contribute to the fight for their survival.
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3-Day Tour to Uganda - Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest
$1,423 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourBudgetTented Camp & Resort
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe (End)
Home To Africa Tours and Travel
5.0/5 – 283 Reviews
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3-Day Fly-in Gorilla Tour Uganda
$2,090 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Entebbe (End)
Azas Safaris
4.7/5 – 50 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Luxury Uganda Gorilla Safari
$3,573 to $3,898 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Entebbe Airport (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.8/5 – 158 Reviews
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5-Day Uganda Gorillas, Wildlife and Chimpanzee Trekking
$2,145 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & ResortYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Kampala (City), Entebbe (End)
Pamoja Tours and Travel (Entebbe, UG)
4.8/5 – 51 Reviews
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3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda
$1,199 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourBudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Equator point Uganda (Highlight), Entebbe (End)
Dav Safaris
5.0/5 – 92 Reviews
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4-Day Chimpanzee and Gorilla Encounter
$2,371 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Kibale NP (Chimps), Entebbe Airport (End)
Nsavi Safaris
5.0/5 – 31 Reviews
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10-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Big5
$3,001 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch, Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Bigodi Wetland (Kibale NP), Queen Elizabeth NP, Kyambura Gorge (Chimps), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Mburo NP, Equator point Uganda (Highlight), Entebbe (End)
Beautiful Safaris Uganda
5.0/5 – 38 Reviews
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5-Day Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in Uganda
$2,640 to $2,860 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourBudgetLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe Airport (End)
Kubwa Five Safaris
5.0/5 – 132 Reviews
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3-Day Uganda Fly-in Gorilla Tour
$2,750 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Entebbe (End)
NGONI Safaris Uganda
5.0/5 – 148 Reviews
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9-Day Best of Uganda Safari with Gorillas
$2,915 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Mburo NP, Entebbe Airport (End)
Tubale Safaris
5.0/5 – 44 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda - Midrange Tour
$1,598 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourBudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Kampala (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Kampala (End)
Wild Jungle Trails
4.9/5 – 190 Reviews
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4-Day Uganda Gorillas Express
$2,031 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & ResortYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe (End)
Uzuri Uganda Safaris
5.0/5 – 76 Reviews
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10-Day Uganda's Customizable Wildlife and Primate Safari
$3,600 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Guest HouseYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Kampala (City), Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch, Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP), Queen Elizabeth NP, Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Entebbe (End)
Naseeb Safaris Uganda
5.0/5 – 11 Reviews
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5-Day Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari Tour
$2,055 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourBudgetCamping & Tented Camp
You Visit: Kampala (Start), Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe Airport (End)
Safaris By Jon
5.0/5 – 24 Reviews
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3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trek from Kigali, Rwanda
$1,419 pp (USD)
Rwanda & Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Kigali (End)
Kaara Adventures
5.0/5 – 47 Reviews
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5-Day Gorilla Trekking Chimp Trekking & Wildlife Safari
$2,145 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & BandaYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Queen Elizabeth NP, Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP), Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Entebbe (End)
Lulu Safaris Uganda
4.9/5 – 91 Reviews
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9-Day Uganda Safari Itinenary
$2,915 pp (USD)
Uganda: Shared tour (max 14 people per vehicle)BudgetLodge & Cottage
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP, Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Mburo NP, Entebbe Airport (End)
Express Safaris
5.0/5 – 8 Reviews
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4-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi Safari
$2,090 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe (End)
Sunset Adventures
5.0/5 – 7 Reviews
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8-Day The Big-5 Uganda Tour
$2,860 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & ResortYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe (End)
Kajie Safaris
5.0/5 – 112 Reviews
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10-Day Classic Gorilla & Big Five Safari
$3,530 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Lake Mburo NP, Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Queen Elizabeth NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Murchison Falls NP, Jinja (Town), Entebbe Airport (End)
Pumba Adventures Tours and Travel
5.0/5 – 13 Reviews
6 Questions About Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tours
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Ariadne van Zandbergen
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6 Questions About Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tours
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How does gorilla trekking in Uganda compare to other countries?
“Mountain gorillas have a very small range in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Between these countries, three national parks currently offer gorilla trekking: Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks in Uganda, and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Unfortunately DRC’s Virunga National Park has been closed since 2020 due to political instability. Of these parks, Mgahinga has only one gorilla group that can be tracked, whereas Bwindi and Volcanoes NP each have more than a dozen. For practical purposes, this means that the decision whether to trek in Uganda or Rwanda usually boils down to a choice between Bwindi or Volcanoes NP. The trekking experience in all three parks is similar, but with some differences. While gorillas live in thick rainforest in Bwindi, their habitat in Volcanoes NP and Mgahinga is mainly bamboo forest. Although you can’t predict where gorillas will be each day, treks in Bwindi are often more demanding than in other parks. The hike is part of the experience, so if you’re physically fit, a longer trek can be a positive. Uganda is a diverse safari destination with more to offer the average visitor than Rwanda. This makes it a great choice for those who want to incorporate a gorilla trek into a longer tour within a single country. By contrast, if you want to track gorillas as an add-on to a safari elsewhere in Africa, Volcanoes NP is the more accessible option. It is only three hours’ drive from Kigali (Rwanda’s capital city) whereas getting to Bwindi from Entebbe (the main entry point to Uganda) requires a drive of at least 10 hours or booking a domestic return flight (plus up to two hours’ drive) in both directions. Last is the big difference in price for a similar experience. For foreign nonresidents, a gorilla trekking permit in Rwanda costs US$1,500, whereas in Uganda it’s US$800.”
1Can I add gorilla trekking to a safari?
“It is easy to add a Uganda gorilla trekking experience to a general safari in Kenya, Tanzania or elsewhere in eastern or southern Africa. A short flight gets you to Entebbe, a leafy town on the shore of Lake Victoria in Uganda. From here your journey to Bwindi continues with either a 10-hour drive or a flight by light aircraft followed by a two-hour drive on a bumpy road. You can also slot gorilla trekking into an extended Uganda safari. Other highlights of packages to southwest Uganda include Kibale National Park or Kalinzu Forest Reserve for chimpanzee trekking, and Queen Elizabeth National Park for a classic safari (it has plentiful elephant, buffalo and hippo) and the possibility of seeing tree-climbing lions. Farther afield, you could visit Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch to track rhinos on foot, and Murchison Falls National Park for a boat trip on the Nile River and more general wildlife viewing.”
2What fitness level is required?
“You’ll need to be fairly fit for gorilla trekking in Uganda. If you’re in good health and you’re used to walking or hiking, you shouldn’t have any problems though. As a last resort, you can book a ‘gorilla chair’, where a team of strong men literally carry you on your chair to the gorillas. However fit you are, it is always important to come suitably prepared. Bwindi sees high rainfall throughout the year. So, you’ll need waterproof clothing and good hiking shoes. Gloves aren’t essential, but they are recommended to protect your hands from stinging nettles. A good walking stick always comes in handy on the slippery slopes. You might be offered a wooden stick at the start but it is probably better to bring your own if you think you’ll need it. Porters are available at the trail head. They will carry your day pack and look after it while you’re with the gorillas (no bags are allowed then). A porter will also help you on the trail. So even if you don’t need anyone to carry your bag, you should definitely hire a porter if you are concerned about your fitness or ability on the steep trails.”
3Is gorilla trekking in Uganda safe?
“Gorilla watching is very safe. Incidents with these gentle giants are very rare. Although the gorillas are habituated and used to people visiting them, it is important to pay attention during the safety briefing at the start. It goes without saying that you should also listen to the instructions given by your guide, especially in the event of a gorilla approaching you. The biggest danger on a gorilla trek is perhaps twisting an ankle on the slippery slopes. Make sure to wear good hiking boots that have been worn in before the big day.”
4How much will this safari cost?
“The fee for gorilla trekking in Uganda for foreign nonresidents is US$800 per person. This is the fee paid to the national park and proceeds are used to maintain and develop Uganda’s protected areas. Gorilla trekking is one of Africa’s most amazing wildlife experiences. Due to the limited availability, it doesn’t come cheaply. If you can afford it, it is more than worth it though. The price for a 3-day road trip from Entebbe/Kampala, including a gorilla trek, accommodations and transport, should be in the US$1,300-to-US$1,800 range per person, depending largely on the quality of accommodations. A similar 3-day fly-in safari starts at about US$2,000. Three days is really the minimum time required to travel from Entebbe to Bwindi and track gorillas. I would, however, recommend spending more time in the country as there is a lot more to see and do. The price for 5-day tours including gorilla and chimpanzee trekking start at about US$1,800 and 7-day highlights tours (including gorilla trekking) start at about US$2,200.”
5Are gorilla sightings guaranteed?
“When going on a gorilla trekking trip, you’re almost certain to see these big apes as long as you are fit enough for the hike. I say almost because, although the gorillas are habituated, they are totally wild. They move throughout the days searching for food and they spend their nights sleeping in different locations. So, while the odds of a sighting are probably better than 99%, it can never be totally guaranteed. To keep track of the locations of the different habituated gorilla groups, trackers stay with them throughout the day until they make their nest for the night. This way, the trackers will know where to find them the next day. When they rejoin the gorillas at dawn, they send the location coordinates by radio to the guides. This doesn’t only facilitate a smooth gorilla trekking experience, it also helps to protect these endangered primates from poachers.”
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Fantastic Wildlife and Some of the Friendliest People in Africa Make Uganda Unbeatable
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Great Apes, Great Landscapes, Great Adventures
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Great safaris
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