Specialized Services

Gorilla Tours

Roughly half the world's remaining mountain gorillas live in Uganda's southwest forests. Standing metres from a silverback and his family is a humbling, once-in-a-lifetime encounter — and we handle every permit, lodge, and trek-day detail.

Bwindi Impenetrable

Four trekking sectors, multiple habituated families, varied difficulty from 1–6 hours.

Mgahinga Gorilla

Dramatic Virunga volcanoes, smaller crowds, golden monkey combo treks available.

Permit support

UWA gorilla permits purchased and confirmed in your name — peak season priority.

Lodge matching

Forest camps, mid-range lodges, and luxury options at every sector gate.

Gorilla tour options

Entebbe → Bwindi → Entebbe

Fly or drive to Bwindi, trek day, return. Ideal for travellers adding Uganda to a longer Africa trip.

  • Highlights1 gorilla permit, 1 night forest lodge

Entebbe → Bwindi → Lake Bunyonyi → Entebbe

Gorilla trek plus two nights recovering on Uganda's most beautiful lake — canoe rides and island visits.

  • HighlightsGorilla permit, lake relaxation, Batwa optional

Entebbe → Mgahinga → Bwindi → Entebbe

Combine Mgahinga gorilla or golden monkey trek with Bwindi for a comprehensive primate experience.

  • HighlightsTwo primate permits, volcanic scenery

Murchison → Kibale → Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi → Entebbe

The full Uganda experience — big game, chimps, tree-climbing lions, and gorillas in one journey.

  • HighlightsGorilla + chimp permits, full circuit

What to expect on trek day

  • 07:00 briefing at park headquarters with UWA rangers
  • Guided forest hike — 1 to 6 hours depending on gorilla family location
  • One magical hour observing gorillas at close range (minimum 7 metres)
  • Porter hire available — supports local communities and lightens your load
  • Certificate presented after your successful trek

Fitness and packing tips

Trek difficulty varies daily — gorillas move through steep, muddy terrain. Moderate fitness is recommended. We advise sturdy hiking boots, gaiters, long sleeves, gardening gloves for nettles, and a waterproof jacket year-round.

Pricing

Category
Price Per Person
Gorilla permit (UWA) Per person per trek — foreign non-resident
From USD 800
Gorilla habituation 4-hour experience — limited availability
From USD 1,500
Golden monkey permit Mgahinga — combo with gorilla trek
From USD 60

Permit fees are set by Uganda Wildlife Authority. Book 3–6 months ahead for peak season (June–September, December–February).

Plan your gorilla safari

Package Tours Gorilla safaris with permits and lodges bundled. Booking Services We secure your gorilla permits for you. Cultural Tours Add Batwa heritage trails after your trek. Contact Us Check permit availability for your dates.

Ready to start your safari?

Speak with our planners or book online — secure payments via MTN MoMo, Airtel Money, Visa, and Mastercard.

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