Uganda · GORILLA TREKKING

Gorilla Trekking in Uganda: The 15 Best Treks

55 tours  ·  from $300 a head

A permit buys one hour with one habituated family, and eight people a day get it. These 15 compare the Bwindi sectors, the shorter runs in from Kigali and the packages that fold in Mgahinga, with prices, walking times and how far ahead each one needs booking.

3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda - Day 2: Tracking gorillas in Bwindi’s high forest
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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

1.3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $2,600Our pick

Track mountain gorillas in Bwindi, visit the Batwa community, canoe on Lake Bunyonyi, and travel with a private guide for three days.

“We are about to wrap up an incredible 3-day journey with Dav Safaris, and what an experience it has been! From the awe-inspiring Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi, to peaceful canoeing on the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, and finally a memorable lunRead more”

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 1: Rhinos at Zziwa before Murchison Falls
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

2.8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $3,598

Track rhinos, chimps, lions, and mountain gorillas on an eight-day private Uganda safari with boat trips and full ground transport.

“The most amazing thing I have done in my life!! Wow, I cannot recommend this trip and tour guide enough. Every day on this trip was magical, seeing things I have only ever dreamed of seeing with my own eyes. A huge thank you to Derrick wRead more”

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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 2: Chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge
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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

3-Day Tour to Uganda - Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest - Day 2: Into Bwindi’s steep, misty forest
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3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

4.3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $1,110

Review of Uganda’s 3-day Bwindi gorilla trek, with Lake Bunyonyi, Equator stops, transport, costs, fitness needs, and booking tips.

“Suppose you are still on the fence about deciding whether or not to participate in the 3-Day Tour to Uganda. I will recommend you do. I had a great once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be in the presence of Gorillas in their natural habitat. LRead more”

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Gorilla Tracking & Batwa Culture Experience - Rushaga Gorilla Lodge and the value of a fixed base
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Gorilla Tracking & Batwa Culture Experience

5.Gorilla Tracking & Batwa Culture Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $2,840

Review of a 3-day Uganda gorilla trek from Kampala, with Bwindi hiking, a Batwa culture visit, meals, lodging, and guided transfers.

“I recently went for gorilla trekking, it was an experience it will never be forgotten , I saw gorillas in their natural homes, the gorillas in Bwindi is a great experience, when you visit Uganda try doing gorilla trekking for better moments, my guide KlaRead more”

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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari - Day 1: Equator photos, Rwenzori views, and Queen Elizabeth
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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

6.4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $2,450

Review of a 4-day Uganda safari with Queen Elizabeth wildlife, Kazinga Channel cruise, Bwindi gorilla trekking, and Lake Bunyonyi.

“Among all the agencies I reached out to, Elvis from Lulu Safari was the most responsive and communicative. I’m glad I chose them for my Uganda trip. My guide, Sam, was patient, kind, and attentive. I had an amazing time over the past five days, and this experience makes me want to return to Uganda in the near future.”

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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda - Your lodge night matters more than it first appears
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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

7.Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $3,326

Review of Uganda’s 3-day Bwindi gorilla trek, with airport pickup, small groups, meals, Batwa culture, costs, timing, and practical advice.

“The experience was amazing. Our drivers were extremely knowledgeable and caring. We were able to take incredible photos and enjoy being out in beautiful nature of Uganda.”

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking - Day 2: Northern plains and the Nile to the falls
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking

15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari - Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls
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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

9.15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $5,000

Review of a 15-day Uganda safari with gorilla and chimp trekking, Big Five sightings, Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo.

“Before choosing Ngoni we researched many other companies. Sedrick was very helpful with planning our itinerary and delivered not only a great itinerary but all the information that we needed, when we needed it.”

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5 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee and Wildlife Safari - Day 3: Ishasha’s tree-climbing lions
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5 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee and Wildlife Safari

3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience - Bwindi forest, gorillas, and the long-awaited trek
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3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

11.3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $1,600

Review of a private 3-day Uganda gorilla trek with Batwa village time, meals, lodging, transport, and practical advice on value.

“What I would like to say: it has been one of the most exciting trip in my life. This is a best mix of nature and wild animals life. Such experience is unique, have no words how describe my feelings, it’s only possible to see and feel by yourself. You 100% must visit”

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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek - Day two: the gorilla trek in Bwindi
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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

12.5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $2,780

Track mountain gorillas, chimps, lions, elephants, and hippos on a five-day Uganda safari with permits, meals, stays, and transport included.

“I just completed a 5 day/4 night tour of western Uganda with Bamboo Ecotours. First of all, Western Uganda is just incredibly beautiful. Secondly, it is clear that the owner Edison and most of all my incredible, friendly, knowledgeable guidRead more”

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From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda - Breakfast near Mghahinga National Park
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From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

13.From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 1 day · from $450Best value

Trek from Kigali to Uganda’s Mghahinga National Park, spend an hour with mountain gorillas, and return the same day with guides and transport included.

“That was an amazing experience!! I would recommend to everyone, especially to solo travelers. Super safe and comfortable trip! Special thanks to my guides/drivers Jefferson and Vincent!”

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3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour - Day 2: The Bwindi gorilla trek and Lake Bunyonyi
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3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour

14.3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $1,850

Trek Bwindi’s mountain gorillas with a private guide, then visit the Equator and Lake Bunyonyi on a three-day Uganda safari.

“This tour company is excellent and provide everything as advertised. Ruth is wonderful at coordinating and responsive. Eddie, our driver, safely drove us and navigated the roads amazingly.”

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Gorilla and chimp experience holiday - Meeting Denis at Entebbe Airport
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Gorilla and chimp experience holiday

15.Gorilla and chimp experience holiday

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $1,800

Review of Uganda’s gorilla and chimp holiday, with private transport, meals, lodging, guide support, costs, fitness needs, and booking advice.

“The views were amazing!! I did so many different things, and they were all incredible. Denis is a professional guide and I highly recommend him. it was the trip of a lifetime!!”

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