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Gorilla Trekking from Kigali

See the best Gorilla Trekking safari adventures from Kigali, Rwanda. We have 69 tours that range from 1 days up to 76 days in length. The most popular time for gorilla treks leaving Kigali is June. Read more on the best places to see gorillas in the wild .

Best gorilla tours from Kigali based on 73 reviews

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Express Gorilla Safari in Uganda

It was the most incredible experience in my life! Adili was the best guide ever. Acommodation, transportation, transfers, and the trek in itself were perfect. I really recommend Ubuntu Voyages, It's really worth it!!!

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5 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Big 5 & Big Cats Safari

We went on this tour for our honeymoon and it was incredible. Our guide - Nicholas - was so friendly and knowledgeable - he taught us so much about both Rwanda and Uganda. The accommodation we stayed in was incredible - all very cute lodges with stunning views and great restaurants. This tour really was a once in a lifetime experience with all of the wildlife we saw (lions, leopards, elephants, gorillas, hippos, buffalos to name but a few) and of course the gorilla trek was incredible. We would recommend this tour to everyone.

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Hiking to Dian Fossey Tomb.

My family had an amazing trip to Uganda thanks to Devine African Safaris. Nicholas the owner went above and beyond to ensure we had fun by organizing an itinerary that was tailored to our needs and wants. Herbert, our guide, picked up the four of us from Kigali, Rwanda and drove us to Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest for gorilla trekking. My teenage boys had a lot of questions that Herbert answered patiently. He was very informative on the culture of his people, We were booked at Mutanda Lake Resort, a beautiful place near Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest. The lodge is gorgeous and has incredible views of the forest, hills and the lake around it. In the morning, we went gorilla trekking in the forest. It was an amazing experience. We were amazed to see the gorillas up close. We had so much fun that they could not stop talking about the gorillas. Herbert facilitated the trek assisted by the forest rangers and he was an excellent guide. We had magical views that were unforgettable along the trek. The next day, we visited Queen Elizabeth National Park where we saw lots of animals including a rare sighting of a leopard crossing the road, elephants with their young, buffaloes, lions on trees, giraffes, and many more animals. The boat ride in Kazinga channe was another awesome experience, riding close to hippos and watching abundant wildlife on the banks of the channel. We did not want to leave and our only regret was that we should have booked a longer safari. Thank you super guide Herbert and Devine African Safaris who gave us an experience we will never forget.

3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trek Budget Safari via Kigali

My guide, Herbert, was excellent. Always early, knowledgeable about the countries/locations we were visiting, and very kind. Him and the team pulled strings to get me a gorilla trekking permit last minute. I had a WONDERFUL time and wish I could have stayed longer. Highly recommend - as a woman traveling alone I felt safe and comfortable the entire time.

• Jungle Trekking

Journey to the jungles of Rwanda and Uganda

Great itinerary, was able to see a lot of different things like golden monkey, gorilla and chimpanzee tracking as well as a 2 day game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Friendly and accommodating guide and nice accommodations. Highly recommend!

Rwanda Gorilla Naming Ceremony & Uganda

Tailor-Made Private Rwanda Gorilla Trip with Daily Departure

• Book With Flexibility This operator allows you to rebook your dates or tours with them for free, waiving change fees.

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African Drums

I had a great experience and special time on this tour. The guide and drivers were also great! Our tour guide Vailet Peter took care of everyone, knew about everything and the meal was amazing!! She is the best guide I've ever met.

4 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Chimp Trek at Kalinzu Forest

Bamboo Ecotours were really great to deal with. Edison was prompt in answering emails and queries. The trip worked out perfectly and met our expectations without exception. We were able to fit everything into a tight schedule. Our guides Joseph and Herbert were very well organised and made sure we had a good time and were always safe and well looked after. The gorilla trek itself was real highlight and was very well coordinated. It only took one hour to get to the spot where our designated family group appeared to be waiting for us to arrive. We were amazed to find the gorillas sitting around going about their daily business and not bothered by our presence. The thrill of being so close to these wonderful creatures and sensing how comfortable they were was truly beautiful. To know that they were not threatened by us, was the most rewarding experience. We were able to observe them for more than an hour and of course took plenty of great photos and videos of the silver backs, mothers, juveniles and a couple of adorable babies. We also hired (our own expense) a porter to assist with our bags and getting us up and down the muddy mountainside. This was agreed to be very worthwhile. During our four-day tour we also travelled through three other parks and saw a variety of wildlife up close. We got to see nearly all of the creatures mentioned in our itinerary. The accommodation booked by Bamboo Ecotours was of a very high standard and did not disappoint. The guides were very punctual and thorough in their organisation of our tour and we felt we received great value for money. I would highly recommend Bamboo Ecotours to anyone wanting to make a similar trek through Uganda and/or Rwanda.

9 Days Rwanda – Uganda Gorilla trekking Experience

My favorite part of this trip was indeed meeting Gorillas in the forests of Bwindi. From Arrival to Entebbe airport to departures at Kigali International airport, my trips and experiences were organized with this Rwanda based tour operator. It was easygoing and very accomodative, very supportive and informative on the side of their office team and Emmanuel whom we have been chatting before the start of our trip. Our driver Jack was great too. Other parts visited include the Rhino Sanctuary, Kampala city tour as well as pottery experiences in Bwindi. For Rwanda, we went to Nyungwe and Lake Kivu as well as museums visit including Genocide memorial. All went well and can't recommend them enough for east africa expeditions

Gorilla Trekking Adventure (with Rwanda-Uganda Experience)

Booked my Trip with New Horizon Tours in January 2019. Went through a scenic views of the Kivu Belt Road, Chimps trek and Gorilla Trekking in Uganda. I was able to feel the local life and experienced the beauty of Rwanda in particular after the tragedies of Genocide in 1994. Can't recommend enough New Horizon Tours Trip.

Gorillas to Zanzibar

Fantastic tour with great support from the guides and drivers. Started with the mountain gorilla trek, then safaris including the Masai Mara and Serengeti. Finished at the beautiful island of Zanzibar. Fond memories that will last forever.

What people love about Gorilla Trekking Tours from Kigali

It was the most incredible experience in my life! Adili was the best guide ever. Acommodation, transportation, transfers, and the trek in itself were perfect. I really recommend Ubuntu Voyages, It's really worth it!!!

I loved this tour. The guides were very professional and kept track of everyone. The pace was good and we saw all the animals that we were supposed to see.

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Inclusions in this safari

• Gorilla Permits • Park Entrance Fees

• Relevant Government Taxes

• Full Board Accommodation

• Full-time English speaking Driver/Guide

• Ground Transportation by a 4×4 safari vehicle

• Airport transfer, as long as your flight is on the same day on which the safari ends.

Tour Exclusions:

• Visa Fees

• Personal Insurance

• Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes, accommodation & meals are not indicated in the itinerary.

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What you should know about Volcanoes national park

Volcanoes National park is located in northwest Rwanda near the country’s borders with Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The park is part of the greater Virunga Mountains, a conservation area that straddles the borders of the 3 countries. The park protects about 350 mountain gorillas and this population has been increasing over the years due to the intensive conservation efforts undertaken by both government and other wildlife organisations such as the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. Besides mountain gorillas, the park protects a variety of other wildlife species including primates like golden monkeys, 90 mammal species, over 300 species of birds, among others. Volcanoes national park is also home to 5 of the 8 volcanoes of the Virunga Mountains. These include Karisimbi, Sabyinyo, Bisoke, Gahinga and Muhabura.

2 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari

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• 4 Days Uganda Rwanda Gorillas
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• 12 Days Uganda Rwanda Gorillas, Chimps & Wildlife
• 15 Days Explore Uganda & Rwanda
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• 5 Days Uganda Gorillas & Chimps Safari
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• 8 Days Uganda Explorer’s Safari
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1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek

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• 4 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Golden Monkeys
• 5 Days Gorillas & Akagera Wildlife
• 5 Days Rwanda Gorillas
• 5 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Chimps Safari
• 7 Days Gorillas, Wildlife & Chimps Safari
• 10 Days Gorillas & Big Game Safari
• Lowland Gorilla Safaris

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Go Gorilla Trekking in Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo

99% sightings guaranteed on all our gorilla trekking tours in uganda, rwanda and congo. for over 10 years, so far we have had no failure to see the gorillas on even single gorilla treks.

Welcome to Go Gorilla Trekking, a local tour operator based in Africa offering the best gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda , Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo . Experience the magic of gorilla trekking in the tropical rain forests of Bwindi and the Virunga Mountains on one of our carefully planned gorilla tours that are offered all year round. At Go Gorilla Trekking, we run gorilla watching trips differently! Guided by ecotourism guidelines and sustainable tourism practice s, we create magical trips to see the spectacular mountain gorillas in their natural habitat within various countries in Africa.

Travel with us to the remote side of Africa and enjoy gorilla tracking in different national parks; Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga National Park in Uganda, Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda and Virunga National Park in Congo. All our tours are conducted in comfortable 4X4 safari vehicles and are guided by professional and experienced local safari guides . On all tours, clients stay at the best select comfortable lodges (whether you choose budget or high end) that will bring you back to nature! Get started with planning your next gorilla safari in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa or Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills.

Last Minute Gorilla Treks for 2023/ and Early Bird Offers for 2024

We offer unbeatable price offers on gorilla trekking safaris in Africa. This is due to that since we are a local company, we offer great value safaris at fair prices with no overhead costs to travelers. Here are our best last minute deals for 2023 and early bird offers for 2024 and 2025. Need a custom trip? Feel free to call +256 772 072909 or email us to start planning your safari!

Top Uganda Gorilla Treks

Uganda is the perfect destination for those looking to gorilla treks and wildlife safaris. Indeed Bwindi Impenetrable Forest has become the adventure capital for gorilla trekking in Africa. Here are some of the best gorilla tours carefully crafted to include other adventures such as game viewing, chimpanzee tracking etc.

2 Days Mgahinga Gorillas

3 Days Gorilla Habituation

• 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari

4 Days Double Gorilla Trek

4 Days Uganda Gorillas & Mburo

5 Days Gorillas & Chimps

7 Days Uganda Safari

10 Days Great Apes & Game

Rwanda Gorilla Treks

We run several gorilla trekking tours in Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills. These trips start from Kigali and range from day trips to longer safaris that feature multiple gorilla visits in the gorillaland. Here are some of the top safari offers;

2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trek

3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trek

This trip to the Volcanoes combines gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking.

4 Days Gorillas & Golden Monkeys

5 Days Gorillas & Wildlife Safari

5 Days Gorillas & Chimps Trek

Fly-in Safaris

At Go Gorilla Trekking, we have made it possible to reach the destinations where gorilla watching is done by organizing flying safaris to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Mgahinga National Park. Save time and explore more in less time. Our trips are safe, affordable and will make your next vacation even better! See more for less on one of our flying safaris below;

4 Days Uganda Gorillas & Chimps

6 Days Gorillas, Chimps & Wildlife

See the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Forest, chimpanzees in Kibale Forest and wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park on this 6 Days Uganda Tour.

5 Days Bwindi Gorillas & Ishasha Region

3 Days Bwindi Fly In Safari

Travel by air to the famous Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. You will fly to either Kihihi in the north or Kisoro in Southern Bwindi. Read More

4 Days Uganda Fly In Safari

Go gorilla trekking twice on this 4 Days (3 Nights) Fly-In safari. You will track the mountain gorillas in two different sectors in Bwindi Forest. Read More

6 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari

This 6 Days Uganda Safari highlights visits to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi to see gorillas, chimpanzees and wild game. Read More

Get Started with Planning your Trip

Looking for a custom holiday in Africa? All gorilla tours featured on our website can be tailor made to suit group or individual interests. Would you like to include any other adventure activity in your trip itinerary?

Book for 2023, 2024 & 2025 Gorilla Tours with Confidence

We are working on wherever we can to offer as much flexibility and support to travelers as possible. We have attained more flexible policies to make travel easier such as flexibility in changing travel dates, reduced deposits to confirm trips and flexibility on rescheduling the gorilla permits. Book your next gorilla trek in advance and secure your spot for 2023, 2024 and 2025.

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Top Gorilla Trips from Kigali

Planning to fly to Kigali of Rwanda? We have several trips departing from Kigali, the Capital of Rwanda. Here are the top sellers from Kigali going through Rwanda, Uganda or DR Congo.

• 1 Day Gorilla Trek in Volcanoes National Park
• 2 Day Mgahinga Gorilla Safari
• 2 Day Bwindi Gorilla Safari
• 2 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek
• 4 Days Bwindi Gorillas & Lake Bunyonyi

Top Gorilla Treks from Kampala

Would you like to start your trip from Kampala or Entebbe? We have several gorilla tours that start from Kampala or Entebbe leading you through the gorilla empire of Uganda, Rwanda and Eastern DR Congo.

• 3 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trek
• 4 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trek
• 4 Days Bwindi Gorillas + Kibale Chimpanzees
• 5 Days Bwindi Gorillas, Wildlife & Chimpanzees
• 7 Days Uganda Gorillas, Chimps & Wildlife

We are Go Gorilla Trekking, a local safari company operating from both Uganda and Rwanda. We invite you for an amazing encounter on a gorilla trek in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). We are an outdoor adventure travel company specializing in organizing gorilla safaris in Uganda , Rwanda and Congo . With over 9 years experience in organizing gorilla safaris in Africa, we create the best gorilla trekking expeditions into the tropical rain forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and the Virunga Region at unbeatable prices!

All our gorilla tours are planned by a team of professional and proficient staff with vast experience in creating interesting and memorable tours. Planning for a trip to see the mountain gorillas in the wild or would you like to track the lowland gorillas in Central Africa? Booking a trip with us will be an outdoor experience like no other one you have ever had! Read more about us and our ethos.

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We are now pleased to announce last minute gorilla trips and discounted gorilla safaris . Save by checking our early bird safari offers by booking with us today! Check out the available deals on Uganda safaris from Experience Africa, our sister company and request for availability of any of our tours by contacting us on +256 772 072909 or via contact form .

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Ugandans and Rwandans appreciate those who dress modestly. Uganda and Rwanda are warm in the plains but often cold in the hills and mountains

A variety of camps and lodges are available when staying in Uganda and Rwanda while in DR Congo and Central Africa accommodation choices are limited.

Best Time to See Gorillas

Whether you are planning to go gorilla tracking in Uganda, Rwanda or Congo, here is all the information you need to know about the times to see gorillas in Africa.

It is so called because the dense undergrowth, vines and other vegetation make it almost impenetrable. Its mysterious and awesome.

The Mountain Gorillas (Gorilla gorilla bengei) are the most awe-inspiring animals to be found in Africa. Unfortunately, man has not been merciful to them.

The Parc National des Volcans (PNV) is part of the Virunga Conservation Area and covers more than 125 kmsq and was Dian Fossey’s base a long time ago.

Looking for a day tour to the gorillas in Africa? We offer several day trips to the gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda and Congo. At Go Gorilla Trekking, we offer different ways to experience both mountain & lowland gorilla watching in Africa. Read More Details

Lowland Gorilla Tours

Lowland gorillas are habitually very difficult to habituate compared to mountain gorillas, however, the DR Congo and the Central African Republic offer the only chance to track one of the two habituated lowland gorilla groups in the world!. Read More Details

The mountain gorillas spend most of their time in the hagenia woodlands and bamboo forests. During the rainIg season when new bamboo shoots are growing, the gorillas spend more time foraging in the bamboo forests (base altitude). Read More Details

• Luxury Gorilla Trek – 04 Days
• Singita & Magash Camp – 07 Day
• One & Only Resorts Rwanda – 05 Day
• Bisate & Magashi Camp – 07 Day
• Luxury Gorilla Rwanda Uganda – 08 Day
• Rwanda Kenya Tour – 13 Day
• Nyiragongo Trek – 03 Day
• Mikeno Mist – 04 Day
• Le Petit Virunga Mikeno – 4 Day
• Le Petit Virunga Bukima – 4 Day
• Great Ape Trek – 5 Day
• Virunga Classic – 6 Day
• Rutshuru Expedition – 10 Day
• Virunga Expedition – 11 Day
• Uganda Safari Tours – 14 Day
• Kenya Rwanda Gorilla – 09 Day
• Migration Gorilla Trek – 08 Day
• Luxury Tanzania Rwanda – 10 Days
• 01 Day Gorilla Trek – Mgahinga
• 1Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek
• 2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari
• 2 Day Bwindi Gorilla Safari
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• 3 Day Gorilla Trek Uganda
• 4 Days Double Gorilla Safari
• 4 Day Double Gorilla Uganda
• 4 Days Rwanda Chimpanzee Safari
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• 7 Day Rwanda Safari Holidays

7 Day Uganda Safari

• 8 Days Rwanda Uganda Gorilla
• 9 Days Visit Rwanda Gorillas
• 9 Days Panorama Rwanda
• Fly-In Tours
• Rwanda Gorilla – 07 Day
• Uganda Gorilla – 07 Day
• 12 Day Rwanda Safari Holiday
• 3 Day Nyiragongo Hike Congo
• 3 Day Rwanda Gorilla & Nyiragongo Hike
• 4 Day Uganda Gorilla – Nyiragongo Hike
• 4 Day Congo Gorilla Trek – Nyiragongo
• 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla & Nyiragongo Hike
• 9 Day Rwanda Uganda + Kenya
• 7 Day Gorilla, Nyiragongo, Lowland Gorilla
• 7 Days Rwanda Gorilla Eco Tourism
• 9 Days Rwanda Uganda Gorilla Tracking
• 9 Days Kenya-Rwanda Gorilla Tour
• 10 Days Kenya-Rwanda Eco Tour
• 11 Days Tanzania-Eco Tours Rwanda
• 12 Day Uganda Rwanda Gorilla Tour
• Gorilla Trek Africa – 13 Days
• 6 Days Rwanda Culture Safari
• 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking & Culture
• 7 Days Rwanda Culture, Wildlife tour
• 8 Days Rwanda Wildlife & Gorilla Tour
• 11 Day Rwanda Culture – Gorilla Tour
• Kwitonda Lodge & Kataza House
• One & Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge
• One & Only Nyungwe House
• Bisate Lodge
• Magashi Camp
• Virunga Lodge
• Sabyinyo Silver Back Lodge
• Nyungwe Forest Lodge
• Ruzizi Tented Lodge
• Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
• Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
• Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
• Lapalme Hotel
• Muhabura Hotel
• Mikeno Lodge
• Lulimbi Tented Camp
• Bukima Tented Camp
• Tchegera Island Camp
• Kibumba Tented Camp
• Nyiragongo Shelters
• Day Tours Rwanda
• Rwanda Culture
• Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Promotion
• Rwanda Flying Safaris
• Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tips
• Gorilla Trekking Guidelines
• Rwanda Gorilla Conservation
• Rwanda Birding Safaris

Visit Rwanda! We offer Bespoke Gorilla Tours in Rwanda. Book Gorilla Safaris, Wildlife Safaris, Cultural Tours, Local Community Tours and More.

Ecotours Rwanda offers sustainable gorilla safaris and Rwanda tours to all fragile ecotourism destinations like Rwanda Parks, forests, wetlands, cultural sites and beach holidays. Ecotours has launched more special gorilla tours from 02 Day Uganda Gorilla Trek and 09 Day Rwanda Uganda + Kenya and this include one way domestic Aero Link flight from Entebbe to Maasai Mara or vice versa.

Looking for the best gorilla safari itineraries to take in Rwanda and Uganda, here are the suitable Rwanda safari itineraries which starts and ends in Kigali. Book Rwanda Gorilla – 07 Day or Uganda Gorilla – 07 Days and we can customize any of the trip of choice based on your travel group. During low season from November to May we discount these packages 30% off the price of high season. With our sister sites we offer eco tours in Uganda , Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya & Tanzania. We offer combined Rwanda Kenya Tour in East Africa. Read our unforgettable BOOK experience from our eco travelers!

Here at ecotours Rwanda we offer a range of scheduled trips in small groups from 2 – 6 travelers per vehicle along unique routes around Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania. The Rwanda safari itineraries and upcoming dates are set in advance with all services including primates and wildlife logistics. All our trips are customized based on ground transfers and air services to itineraries that connects to other East African regions like Kenya and Tanzania .

07 Day Rwanda Gorilla

Upcoming Dates Sept 4th – 10th 2024/5 Sept 15th – 21st 2024/5 Trip OPEN to enrollment

07 Day Uganda Gorilla

13 Day Rwanda Kenya Tour

Upcoming Dates Dec 2nd – 14th 2024 Dec 17th – 29th 2024 Trip OPEN to enrollment

Rwanda’s stunning lush and undulating landscapes, rain forests and the remarkable biodiversity has attracted some of the international chain Eco Lodges and Exclusive Camps which includes the Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House , Bisate Lodge , Magash Camp and One and Only Resorts, Rwanda (Nyungwe House & Gorilla’s Nest Lodge) . Therefore, Rwanda has rebranded as the newest luxury gorilla safari destination in East and Central Africa.

Last year Rwanda was ranked as the 09 th safest state country in Africa. Therefore, to cater for the increased interest of luxury travelers local tour operators like ecotours Rwanda has customized exceptional and amazing experiences with different trips like 04 Day Luxury Gorilla Trek , 07 Day Singita & Magashi Safari , 05 Day One and Only Resorts and then 07 Day Bisate and Magash Camp Safari Holiday. More so, for travelers interested in taking East African luxury safaris you can take one of our luxury and exclusive itineraries like Rwanda Kenya Exclusive Tour – 13 Day , 10 Day Luxury Tanzania Rwanda Safari , 08 Day Volcanoes Safaris and then the luxury safari camps 08 Day Governor’s Camp Photo Safari in Kenya and Rwanda.

With our trained staff both in office and field guides about ecotours we aim at providing affordable and quality eco tours in Rwanda visiting Rwanda gorillas, Chimpanzees, SPECIAL OFFERS 2023 – 2024, birding tours Rwanda, cultural tours and nature walks and stay in Rwanda eco-friendly lodges and safari camps which blend with nature and these Rwanda gorilla lodges offers accommodation to our ecotourists participating in our special Rwanda Gorilla Tours offers in 2023 – 2024. Join our affordable all-year round discounted gorilla trek and experience short gorilla excursions from Kigali.

Rwanda gorilla permits have been increased but there is a great discounted $ 1050 USD gorilla permit per person during the low season from November – May and here you have to visit 2 or 3 Rwanda National Parks and we offer 05 Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure and the 07 Day Rwanda Safari Holidays package.

More so for travelers in Rwanda for the conferences and seminars we offer a discounted gorilla permit of $ 1275 USD per person and to enjoy one of these travel deals contact us and our tour consultant +256 – 751-915-622 will respond to all your questions in time. And for those interested in experiencing Discounted 4 Day Congo Gorilla & Nyiragongo Trek in Democratic Republic of Congo we are ready to serve you on this great Congo safari deal.

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Gorilla Safaris

We offer gorilla trekking tours to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park one of the best places to see the endangered gorillas.

Cultural Tours

Rwanda has unique cultural sites and experiences that we would like to share with you and crafted cultural tours.

Wildlife Safaris

Wildlife safaris takes travelers to Rwanda’s National park; Nyungwe Forest, Akagera and Volcanoes National Park.

Top Rwanda Safaris

1 Day Gorilla Trek

1 Day gorilla trek takes you to Volcanoes Gorilla National Park for gorilla safaris in Rwanda.

2 Day Gorilla Tour

2 Day gorilla tour takes you to Volcanoes National Park, via the amazing undulating hills.

3 Day Rwanda Gorilla

3 Day Rwanda gorilla trek takes you to Volcanoes for gorilla safaris & golden monkey.

4 Day Gorilla Tour - 2 Treks

4 Day Rwanda double gorilla offers you chance to trek gorillas 2 times, visiting 2 families.

4 Day Rwanda Gorilla

4 Day Rwanda gorilla trekking takes you to Volcanoes National Park for gorilla and Dian Fossey.

5 Day Rwanda Safari

5 Day Rwanda Safari takes you to Volcanoes & Nyungwe National Park for tours in Rwanda.

Uganda & Congo Safaris

3 Day Uganda Gorilla

Book a discounted gorilla safari in Uganda and it starts and ends in Kigali.

Enjoy 4 Day Double gorilla trekking safaris in Bwindi Forest National Park.

Encounter gorilla trekking, wildlife tours in Uganda, chimps in Kibale.

3 Day Nyiragongo Hike

Enjoy 3 Day Nyiragongo Hiking Tour Congo in Virunga National Park.

4 Day Congo Gorilla Trek

Enjoy 4 Day Congo gorilla trek, Nyiragongo with Senkenkwe gorilla.

7 Day Congo Experience

Enjoy 7 Day Congo Gorilla, Hike Nyiragongo & Lowland Gorilla in Congo.

We promote responsible tourism in East Africa such that local communities benefits from ecotourism and hence motivated to protect resources and adopt passion and love for conservation of nature. Therefore, ECOTOURS AFRICA a very reputable ecotours and travel company promotes Sustainable Cultural Tours in Rwanda , Uganda, Burundi, Kenya and Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo such that locals can directly generate income from ecotourists who visit East and Central Africa for gorilla & culture and wildlife safaris, with our offices in Rwanda & Uganda and other Regions we are ready to customize for you a tour of your priority! Book a discounted 02 Day Gorilla Trek Uganda among others due to that the Uganda gorilla permit is half way Rwanda gorilla permit and all these gorilla trips begins from Kigali and then end in Kigali again or in Entebbe depending on the structure of the trip or the your advise.

We customize our gorilla tours starting from Kigali and customize them while staying in some of the well designed and sophisticated Rwanda hotels and these includes the Heaven Retreat, Marriott Hotel, Radison Blu Hotel, Serena Hotel, Four points by Sheraton and Mille Collins Hotel among others that you many choose from our lodges catalogue of your choice.

Are you planning for the best East African gorilla wildlife photo safaris and staying in eco-friendly lodges and camps in Rwanda? We have a very experienced team to customize for you the best African gorilla photo tours including other primates, sightseeing, culture & wildlife in East Africa.

We use modern, custom-built fleet of 4×4 wheel drive safari Landy Land Cruisers with open top-ups, for easy observation and photography. Vehicles are fitted to provide comfort large windows and windscreens improve all round game viewing and room for those with cameras with big lenses, tripods to take photos. Read More

Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali

Kigali to Bwindi Gorilla Trekking - Uganda Gorilla Trekking from Kigali in Rwanda

Searching for a gorilla trekking tour in Uganda from Kigali? Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking tours, often referred to as Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali, have become increasingly popular due to their affordability and convenience.

Shorter Distance, Less Exhaustion

One significant advantage of embarking on a Bwindi gorilla trek from Kigali is the shorter distance compared to starting your journey from Entebbe, which undoubtedly makes the trip less exhausting.

Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: A Convenient Option

The distance from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is approximately 4.5 hours, significantly shorter than the journey from Entebbe or Kampala to Bwindi.

Time and Cost Savings

Many tourists choose Kigali to Bwindi tours to save both time and money. With this option, you can even opt for shorter gorilla tours in Uganda, lasting only two days.

Same-Day Return

It's also feasible to trek gorillas in Bwindi and return to Kigali on the same day.

Flexibility and Convenience

Gorilla trekking in Uganda from Kigali has gained considerable popularity, and for good reason. If you have a limited timeframe for your trip, we recommend commencing and concluding your tour in Kigali for the sake of convenience and flexibility.

Exploring the Western Countryside

Only opt to commence from Entebbe or Kampala if you have a desire to explore the western countryside of Uganda by road.

Affordable Options

We offer a range of affordable gorilla trekking tours in Uganda from Kigali, with permits priced at just USD 700 each, in contrast to Rwanda's USD 1500.

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Book the best gorilla tours from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to Visit the Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

2-Day Mgahinga Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali in Rwanda

Book Mgahinga Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali in Rwanda to visit Mgahinga Gorillas in the wild.

2-Day Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi from Kigali in Rwanda

This Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi from Kigali in Rwanda is the shortest and most affordable gorilla tour in Uganda.

3-Day Mgahinga Gorillas & Golden Monkey Trekking from Kigali

This Mgahinga Gorillas & Golden Monkey Trekking from Kigali takes you to Mgahinga National Park in Kisoro.

3-Day Uganda Gorilla Habituation in Rushaga Sector of Bwindi

Spend 4 hours with mountain gorillas with this Uganda Gorilla Habituation in Rushaga Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Bwindi via Kigali in Rwanda

This Gorilla Trekking Safari Bwindi via Kigali in Rwanda is the most popular Uganda gorilla tour package to Bwindi.

3-Day Gorilla Trekking Bwindi from Kigali & Lake Bunyonyi Tour

This Gorilla Trekking Bwindi tour highlights mountain gorillas and a Lake Bunyonyi excursion in Kabale.

3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking & Mgahinga Golden Monkey Tour

This Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour lets you visit mountain gorillas in Bwindi and golden monkey trekking.

5-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safaris Tour & Rwanda Gorilla Trek

This Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safaris Tour & Rwanda Gorilla Trek takes you to two of the most popular gorilla parks.

5-Day Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Gorilla Trekking & Mount Bisoke Hike

This Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Gorilla Trekking also includes a Mount Bisoke hiking tour experience.

6-Day Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Gorilla Trekking & Masai Mara Safari

This Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Gorilla Trekking Tour Package also includes a visit to Masai Mara in Kenya.

7-Day Bwindi National Park Gorilla Trekking & Serengeti Safari

This Bwindi National Park Gorilla Trekking & Serengeti Safari Tour highlights two popular African safari parks.

10-Day Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Masai Mara & Serengeti Safari

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Gorilla Tours & Wildlife Safaris in Africa

Below, you can browse through our selection of Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking packages , Rwanda gorilla tours, or any other East African tour of your choice to see mountain gorillas in Bwindi and other gorilla parks.

Home to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Protected by Bwindi Impenetrable National Park), Uganda is apparently considered the best gorilla trekking destination in the world. Uganda has two gorilla parks; Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Bwindi alone has over 20 mountain gorilla families in its four trailheads; accounting for over half the remaining population of mountain gorillas in the world. With our Kigali to Bwindi tours, we are more than ready to offer you a thrilling experience with Bwindi gorillas at the best gorilla trekking cost. About Uganda

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• 1 Day Express Gorilla Trekking
• 2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari
• 3 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Golden Monkeys
• 3 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Bisoke Hike
• 3 Days Nyungwe Chimpanzee Trekking
• 3 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari
• 4 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Monkeys
• 4 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Karisimbi Hike
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• 4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking Safari
• 5 Days Rwanda Primates Safari
• 5 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Wildlife Safari
• 7 Days Spice of Rwanda Safari
• 10 Days Best of Rwanda Safari
• 12 Days Rwanda Group Safari

. About Congo

• 3 Days Lowland Gorilla Trekking
• 3 Days Virunga Gorilla Trekking
• 3 Days Mount Nyiragongo Hike
• 3 Days Lwiro Chimpanzee Trekking Safari
• 4 Days Virunga Gorillas & Nyiragongo Hike
• 4 Days Lowland Double Gorilla Trekking
• 4 Days Lowland Gorillas & Waterfall Hike
• 4 Days Lowland Gorillas & Nyungwe Chimps
• 4 Days Lowland Gorillas & Lwiro Chimpanzees
• 4 Days Virunga Gorillas & Lake Kivu
• 4 Days Lowland Gorillas & Lake Kivu
• 5 Days Virunga Gorillas & Nyiragongo
• 5 Days Lowland & Mountain Gorilla Trek
• 5 Days Lowland Gorillas & Nyiragongo
• 8 Days Gorillas & Nyiragongo Special

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• 6 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Maasai Mara
• 6 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Serengeti
• 6 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Ngorongoro
• 7 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Maasai Mara
• 7 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Serengeti
• 7 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Ngorongoro
• 7 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari
• 10 Days Rwanda Primates & Zanzibar
• 10 Days Uganda Primates & Zanzibar
• 10 Days Uganda Gorillas & Kilimanjaro
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• 15 Days Migration & Kilimanjaro Hike
• 15 Days Primates & Wildebeest Migration
• 18 Days East African Camping Safari
• 21 Days Honeymoon in East Africa

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Ultimate guide for gorilla trekking from kigali to bwindi impenetrable national park.

Wondering why so many tourists prefer to trek mountain gorillas in Uganda? Well, when it comes to gorilla trekking in Africa, so many people prefer to trek gorillas in Uganda than any other destination.

This has very little to do with marketing and preference but rather facts that Uganda is the best gorilla tracking destination in the whole world. Uganda has two places where you can see mountain gorillas in the wild and these include Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

Gorilla permits in Uganda cost only $700 each all year round, with no low season discounts. This is $800 less than the huge $1500 price tag on Rwanda gorilla permits.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the face of gorilla tourism in Uganda. The park is home to over half the total remaining population of mountain gorillas in the world.

It also has four gorilla trekking sectors, giving clients a chance to decide which sector they prefer to trek gorillas in. These sectors include Rushaga Sector, Nkuringo Sector, Buhoma Sector and Ruhija Sector. Rushaga and Nkuringo Sectors of Bwindi are the most popular when it comes to Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali because of accessibility. They are the easiest to access.

Please note that each sector has its own advantages and disadvantages and you should always consult with us on which sector is the best at the moment.

Despite having only one gorilla family with seasonal migrants, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park does offer a nice gorilla trekking experience as well.

The gorilla trekking experience here is very different from the one in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park as you get to trek in a whole different terrain. Mgahinga shares the Virunga Conservation Area with Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park and DRC Congo’s Virunga National Park.

The experience in Bwindi is mainly characterized by trekking through forests whereas the one in Mgahinga involves more of trekking through mountains and elevations.

Arriving through Kigali International Airport for your Bwindi Gorilla Safari

There are so many advantages that come with booking Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking tours and we shall look at some of them. If you didn’t know, the distance from Kampala/Entebbe; the main entry points for international tourists is approximately 8 – 10 hours of road drive.

This journey is so long and so many tourists hate it. Imagine spending 9 hours on the road to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, 8 hours searching for gorillas in the forest the next day and another 9 hours on your transfer back to Kampala. This would break down any traveler however experienced of a road adventurer you are!

This time can however, be reduced by using charter and scheduled domestic flights or helicopters at an extra flight. Scheduled domestic flights are the most affordable of all and cost between of $280 – $380 per person irrespective of the season you are travelling in.

This is not the case when you arrive from Kigali in Rwanda. Your Kigali to Bwindi gorilla safaris become way easier, cheaper and much enjoyable.

The distance from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is only 4.5 hours. The distance to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is approximately 3 hours; so it depends on where you want to trek.

This time should have been less but Rwanda limits all vehicles to travel at an average speed of 60 km/h. Exceeding this attracts a traffic penalty hence, guides are forced to drive at this speed.

One other advantage with this is the affordability bit of it. Most times when you arrive from Kigali, you won’t need to book an overnight stay at any accommodation facility before or after your trek.

You can arrive and drive straight to Bwindi, and trek gorillas then drive back to Kigali and still make it on time. This will save you the money you would have spent on accommodation. There are so many other benefits but these are the most common of all.

Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Video by Wode Maya

The Four Trailheads, Gorilla Trekking Sectors of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has four gorilla trekking sectors and these include Buhoma Sector (Northern Sector), Ruhija Sector (Eastern Sector), Rushaga Sector (Southern Sector) and Nkuringo Sector (Western Sector).

• Buhoma Sector: Of all the sectors, Buhoma Sector is the oldest and most popular. It is where the first gorilla trekking activity in Uganda took place in the 1990s. This is where the famous Bwindi Massacre also happened; one of the most unfortunate occurring in the history of Ugandan Tourism. This sector in Particular carries a lot of history and is easy to access from Kampala or Entebbe; reason why so many tourists prefer to trek here. Some of the best luxury gorilla safari lodges in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are found in Buhoma Sector.
• Ruhija Sector: In the east lies Ruhija Sector, one of the most accessible sectors. Trekking gorillas in Ruhija Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is not so strenuous like other sectors; especially the southern and western sectors. The sector is also right at the main road hence, if you do not want to drive through a lot of bumpy roads to the park, this sector should be your preference. Ruhija Sector is preferred by travelers why wish to combine their trek with destinations like Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth National Park or any other destination.
• Rushaga & Nkuringo Sectors: Rushaga Sector and Nkuringo Sector are the best and most convenient when arriving and departing from Kigali in Rwanda.They are the closest and most of the time when you book Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali, you will be booked to trek in one of these two sectors.

In case there is no gorilla permit availability in these two sectors, you could get booked to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park or Ruhija and Buhoma Sectors of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

The trek in the southern and western sectors can mean to be strenuous at times but you can request for an easy trek in advance.

Top Gorilla Trekking Sector in Bwindi Forest for the Best Experience

So now that we have explored the sectors, which is the best gorilla trekking sectors in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park? This is a very common question from travelers planning their first gorilla safari in Uganda.

They try to make the most of their trek by getting the best experience. Others actually look on to advice from previous travelers on how best they can maximize their gorilla trek.

The answer to this is there is no particular best trekking sector and your experience will not be like theirs. This is what makes gorilla trekking actually awesome.

Each experience is different and no one should lie to you that your experience will be like theirs.

So let’s look at what each sector has to offer. Buhoma Sector is the easiest to access when you start your gorilla trip from Entebbe or Kampala and gives you the privilege of trekking in the oldest of the gorilla trekking sectors in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Most of the best luxury lodges in Bwindi are also found in this particular sector. Ruhija Sector makes it easy for you to connect to other destinations and the road going there is well tarmacked.

Rushaga Sector has the most gorilla families in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and because of this, it is one of the busiest sectors.

The mountain gorillas here are over trekked and because of this, they get to move to higher elevations at times to get a sense of loneliness. On a bad day, you could spend up to 8 hours trekking gorillas in Rushaga.

Nkuringo Sector has the best gorilla trekking scenery. In this sector, you will get clear views of Virunga National Park in DRC Congo. You will also be able to see some of the Virunga Mountains from here hence, if you want to blend your gorilla experience with a nice scenic tour, Nkuringo Sector might suit you best.

Other Exciting Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Activities

So many tourists visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking and end up missing out on a lot other interesting activities to do in this park.

• Birding in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Besides gorilla tourism, Bwindi is a great place for bird watching holidays, hiking and nature trips, cultural trips, biking tours and educational trips among safari types.When you visit, try to enhance your visit by engaging in other activities around the national park and diversify your experience. This will actually make you love the park more and appreciate its true beauty. For birders, Bwindi is a birder’s paradise with so many species of birds; some of which you won’t see anywhere else in Uganda.
• Nature Walks in Bwindi National Park. A great additional activity is nature walks. Nature walks are only done by very few travelers because most of them do not actually realize that they exist. Bwindi has some of the best hiking trails in the Uganda Tourism Industry.The hiking experiences here are very cheap and cost an average of $70 per person for a certain duration. Taking on a nature walk in the park is a great way to explore the forest in detail.
• The Batwa Cultural Experience. Another great activity is the Batwa Cultural Experience. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest was first inhabited by the Batwa, a hunder-gatherer tribe that lived in forests for thousands and years and relied on it for shelter, herbs, food through hunting and other activities.However, since the introduction of gorilla tourism, they were displaced from the forests and resettled within the communities. These people still source their herbs from the forest but are not allowed to hunt in it any more.Engaging in this activity will let you learn how this this tribe managed to survive extinction for all these years despite living in a very dangerous environment. There are several more activities that you can engage in.

Distance from Kigali to Bwindi National Park

The distance from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. This time includes the minutes you spend at your particular border post clearing up to enter Uganda and returning to Kigali from Bwindi.

This is what makes most clients book Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking tours besides the cost aspect. With this time, you can actually arrive in the morning, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and reach before evening.

However, most clients use the excess hours to carry out a city tour around Kigali City and explore some of its attractions before actually getting on the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

This is highly recommended because Kigali City has some great attractions that you should see.

Visiting most of these attractions is free. Highly notable is the Kigali Genocide Memorial Monument, a place that commemorates the 1994 Rwanda Genocide; one of the darkest days in the history of Rwanda.

From here, you will learn a lot about the genocide from start to end. The actual activity takes about 2 hours. Other notable attractions are Caplaki Crafts Village, Kimironko Market and Hotel Milles Des Collines (appeared in Hollywood blockbuster movie – Hotel Rwanda) and a few more.

The actual 4 hours and 30 minutes to southern Bwindi Impenetrable National Park could have been less if it weren’t for Rwanda’s strict traffic rules and emphasizes all drivers to limit their speed to 60 kilometers per hour or less.

Border clearance can take up to 30 minutes depending on how busy it is though most of the times it takes less than that. So the distance from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is actually not long.

If even possible to trek gorillas in Bwindi and drive back to Kigali on the same day from drop offer or departure from Kigali International Airport.

With Kigali to Bwindi Gorilla Tours, you feel less tired

No traveler wants to feel tired during their trip. Fatigue can mess up your trip and let you carry out activities at half potential or skip them in the worst scenario.

We have seen cases where gorilla trekking clients give up their trek in the forest and have to be carried all the way to the gorillas and back. As you plan your trip, endeavor to request your tour operator to craft for you a trip that is less tiring.

This way, you will get to enjoy it the more and probably carry out more safari activities.

Scheduling your arrival and departure from Kigali International Airport is a great way of managing fatigue on your trip. Travelling for long hours can mean to be so tiring at times and will keep you tired.

You should always try to avoid this. As you may notice, most of our travel packages tackle this. We always try to minimize driving time as much as we can by cutting long journeys in half, shorter routes and using scheduled flights where possible.

All these measures are put in place to help clients enjoy their safaris more and at full potential. When you book Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking safaris with us, you’ll always be in the right shape throughout your trip.

Regarding gorilla trekking difficulty, trekking gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park can mean to be so tiring at times. However, nowadays things have changed.

Park Rangers go gorilla tracking before clients and direct clients towards the right direction of gorillas unlike the previous years when clients had to search for the gorillas themselves.

This has made treks much simpler, shorter and straight forward. It has also made it possible for clients who are unable to carry out long hikes to request for shorter treks.

Crossing the Border from Rwanda to Uganda and back

Uganda and Rwanda are both part of the East African Community hence, you will not find a hard time clearing up at the border. All you need for border crossing is a Visa, Passport and Yellow Vaccination Certificate (Rarely Asked).

If you do not get your visa in advance, you will have to apply for one at the border post you are using. The approval process usually takes a few minutes if you have all the other requirements.

Just in case you have all your details ready, you are likely to spend a maximum of 30 minutes clearing up with the authorities at the border before you are granted entourage to Uganda. When returning back to Kigali, you will spend less time at the border than before.

Why we recommend getting the East Africa Tourist Visa over ordinary visas

An East African Tourist Visa is a single visa document that allows you up to 90 days of stay in Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya. Each East African Tourist Visa costs $100 and should be applied for your point of entry.

If you are arriving through Kigali in Rwanda, you should apply for an East Africa Tourist Visa through Rwanda. However, if you enter Burundi or Tanzania, your East African Tourist Visa automatically expires and you’ll have to pay for another one on return.

Discovering Kigali: A Quick Kigali City Tour Before your Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour to Bwindi

Before you begin your Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking tours, it’s good to have a short city tour around Kigali City. Most of the attractions you will visit in Kigali are free.

Some of them include the Kigali Genocide Memorial Monument, Caplaki Crafts Village, Inerta Arts Center, Kimironko Market and Hotel Rwanda among other places.

It’s always recommended to begin your Kigali City tour in the morning so that you finish up early and arrive in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park before dusk. Arriving a day before or early morning favors a Kigali City tour.

Comparing the Cost of Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda

The biggest cost of gorilla trekking is gorilla permits. However, in some cases accommodation fees might take up the most share of the gorilla trekking quotation especially when staying in high-end luxurious lodges like Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Trackers Safari Lodge and Buhoma Lodge among the rest.

The mode of transportation also determines your gorilla tour costs. A 4×4 safari van will cost way less than a 4×4 safari land cruiser. Also, when you book a longer trip, you’ll pay more than someone who goes on a short gorilla tour.

All in all, do not mind so much about the cost, it’s the experience that matters and you ought to make it as comfortable as you can at whatever cost.

Booking Uganda Gorilla Permits

Booking your gorilla permits through a trust gorilla travel agency like us is highly recommended. We shall take care of everything right from the booking process and printing the actual permits and deliver them on ground with your tour guide.

In case of any reschedules, we can help with that as well. However, booking your gorilla permits several months in advance is highly encouraged especially when traveling in the high and peak seasons.

Last minute bookings might not get you the availability you want especially in high-demand gorilla trekking sectors like Buhoma.

Minimum Age for Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Gorilla Park

Not everyone is allowed to go gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo in Africa. Only children above 15 years of age are allowed to trek gorillas. This rule is very strict in Rwanda and DR Congo.

In Uganda, there is a chance of signing an indemnity form consenting to all consequences that may arise during a gorilla trekking experience should your child refuse to follow the set gorilla trekking rules, regulations and guidelines.

A child has to be over 12 years to increase your chances of approval.

Essential Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tips for Planning Your Flights

As mentioned earlier, arriving and departing through Kigali in Rwanda will shorten the driving distance to and from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda.

Instead of spending eight to ten hours on road traveling, you will only spend four hours and thirty minutes, which is pretty much a good deal.

This will keep you in the best shape possible for your gorilla trek and not feel fatigued.

Gorilla trekking can mean to be a difficulty tour activity at times hence, you have to minimize on all possible sources of fatigue prior to your actual encounter with mountain gorillas.

What to avoid when planning your Bwindi gorilla trekking from Kigali Tours

When it comes to a safari In Uganda or Rwanda and DR Congo, you should fully entrust your tour operator with the planning process to avoid messing up.

So many times, we receive requests from clients trying to tailor their own trip.

This is not a bad idea but on cases where we advise you or recommend something better, you should highly take that into account.

As a gorilla travel agency on ground, we are always updated everything regarding gorilla trekking and can give you the best travel information.

How long should your Kigali to Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tours be?

Short trips involve a lot of traveling and less hour of rest. I wouldn’t advise anyone to take on a short trip unless they feel it’s their only option.

For the best Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking safaris, we recommend three days and four days if your main point of interest is gorilla watching.

If you intend to add wildlife viewing to your package, you should consider a trip longer than 5 days. Booking a two days Kigali to Bwindi gorilla tour should be the last thing on your mind.

It’s not easy to trek gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and drive back to Kigali on the same day for departure or drop off much as it’s doable.

Budget Gorilla Trekking vs Luxury Gorilla Trekking?

Finances should not limit your level of enjoyment on a safari in Uganda, Rwanda or DR Congo. Many times, budget travelers try to minimize as much as they can and end up complaining about services.

Because of this, we operate at certain standards and can only stick to that.

In most cases, our budget quotations might seem pricier than those from competitors and this is not because we are expensive or perhaps trying to make a lot of profit from your trip, it’s simply because we are booking the best services and facilities for your budget.

Planning where to stay in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Waking up on a comfortable bed with a stunning view of the forest is something that puts you in the right mind. If things are not right from accommodation, you are least likely to enjoy your gorilla trekking trips.

Accommodation plays a very big role when it comes to safaris. After trek gorillas, its better you return to a very relaxing gorilla safari lodge and rest without worrying about poor service or amenities and facilities.

We often recommend the best gorilla safari lodges irrespective of your class of travel.

Top Recommended Gorilla Trekking Itineraries

How many times should you trek gorillas to get a total satisfaction of the activity? Well, you can trek gorillas over and over again and keep getting different experiences.

For an avid primate lover, trekking gorillas in all the sectors of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is recommended. We do have these gorilla trekking circuit itineraries and can avail them to you on request.

If you are on a total budget, having two gorilla tracking iterations is just fine. If you can’t afford, you can trek once.

Please note that you need a gorilla permit for each encounter you have with mountain gorillas. You cannot use the same permit to trek with gorillas simultaneously.

Comparing Bwindi and Mgahinga Gorilla Trekking from Kigali: Which is Best?

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is incomparable to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Bwindi is apparently the best place to see mountain gorillas in the whole world.

Over half the remaining population of gorillas live in the thick misty forest. It is a very common point of interest among Uganda travel destinations. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park has only one gorilla family with rare seasonal immigrants from Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.

The only difference is it has more diverse activities. In Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, you can also trek golden monkeys, hike Mount Sabyinyo, hike Mount Gahinga, go bird watching, take on the Batwa Cultural Trail and visit the Garama Cave among many other interesting safari activities.

If you are planning to go gorilla trekking in Uganda, you should definitely consider having your trek in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Useful links:

• https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/682/
• https://www.bwindiforestnationalpark.com/
• https://ugandawildlife.org/national-parks/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park/

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Our very knowledgeable team is ready to help you plan, speak to one of our dedicated staff for advice on how to plan your trip. Considering your desires, we can customize just for you a Gorilla tour of Africa that guarantees a perfect holiday experience.  Our very knowledgeable team is ready to help you plan, speak to one of our dedicated staff for advice on how to plan your trip.

Gorilla Habituation Experience

Bwindi forest is the only place in Africa where one can have a Gorilla Habituation Experience . There isn’t a specific definition of Gorilla Habituation Experience. However, it can literally be explained as a process of training wild Mountain Gorillas to get used to the presence of human beings. 

The process involves a team of individuals like trackers, researchers, conservationists, and rangers who take 2-3 years to have a group of Mountain Gorillas fully habituated. During the process, the team visits these wild Gorillas each day and each individual Gorilla is given a name.  After the wild Gorilla Habituation process, the group is put through a mock exercise where a few people visit the Gorillas.

3 Day Bwindi Gorilla habituation from Kigali is a short Gorilla safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park starting from Kigali city in Rwanda.

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Habituation Experience at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Gorilla habituation offers 4 hours of experience.

4 Days Gorilla Habituation & Lake Bunyonyi tour is the best way of spending more time with Gorillas, and later on, relaxing at Lake Bunyonyi.

4 Days Uganda Gorilla Habituation in Bwindi National Park offers a memorable 4 hours experience with a group of Wild Gorillas.

Private Gorilla Flying Safaris

Gorilla flying Safaris are specific holidays where connection to the park is by flight. Uganda Gorilla safaris by flight start from Kajjansi airfield or Entebbe International Airport to any of the three airstrips close to Bwindi and Mgahinga. In the northern sector are Kihiihi and Kayonza airstrips and Nyakabande in the southern sector for tourists trekking the Nkuringo sector. Flights by Aerolink Uganda take about 1 h 45 m from Entebbe International Airport.

Gorilla Flying Safaris in Rwanda to Volcanoes National Park are known as Private Gorilla Safaris – flying by helicopters from Kigali Airport to Volcanoes National Park. W hereas Virunga National Park does not have close airstrips but you arrive at Kigali International Airport. Travelers connect by road to the park using 4×4 safari vehicles.  If you want to reduce the time spent on the road, book a fly-in Gorilla safari to the parks. Here is our sample Uganda Gorilla Fly-in Tour Packages tailor-made with visits to other National Parks.

10 Days Uganda Flying Safari is a gorilla trekking, wildlife tour, and chimpanzee tracking in Bwindi National Park, Kibale Forest National Park & Murchison Falls National Park.

8 Days Uganda Flying Safari starts from and ends at Entebbe Airport with transfers between parks by chartered flights & by 4×4 safari land cruisers from airstrips to hotels and parks.

6 Days Uganda Fly-in Tour comprises activities like mountain gorilla trekking at Bwindi and a game drive, boat cruise, and hike to the top of the falls at Murchison National Park.

Tailor-Made Rwanda Flying Safaris and charter helicopter tours to all Rwanda National Parks. Our Rwanda flying tours make transportation easy in Rwanda.

Popular Gorilla Trekking in Africa

Popularly undertaken are the Accredited Gorilla Safaris in Africa which are itineraries that run from 1 Day tours to 4 Day safaris. Short trips are majorly customized for tourists who would want to have a Gorilla tour within the shortest time possible.

Trusted Short Gorilla Safari Holidays are categorized into different types for instance Luxury , budget, and fly-in safaris. Gorilla watching Tours Holidays itineraries for a short number of days are well-drafted for the purpose of Gorilla trekking and yet can still be customized to meet your desires.

Here are sample itineraries that our expert team has customized from experience, you can choose from them or contact us to personalize a short Gorilla holiday for you either in Uganda, Rwanda, or Congo.

1 Day Gorilla Trek Rwanda is the shortest Budget Gorilla trekking Safari starting from Musanze or Kigali, Rwanda lasting just one day.

Book a 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari to Bwindi Forest National Park at Uganda gorilla safari cost, starting from $1990pp.

3 Days Gorilla Trekking Rwanda is the best for watching gorillas in the mist for 3 Days and 2 nights at Volcanoes National Park.

4 Days Bwindi Gorilla Habituation Experience & Lake Bunyonyi Tour is the best way of spending more time with Gorillas.

Best Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

Gorilla watching in Uganda is a short trip that runs between 3 Days to 4 Days for Gorilla Tours and Mountain Gorilla trekking in the jungles of Bwindi Forest National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park .

All of these tours start from either Entebbe International Airport or Kampala-Uganda’s capital on a road trip using a 4×4 safari vehicle. Each itinerary can start any time of the year and is open to bookings by solo travelers, couples, or groups.

1 Day Gorilla Trekking Uganda starting from Kigali, Kabale, or Kisoro are located on the beautiful outskirts of Bwindi.

3 Days gorilla trekking and Batwa cultural tour is a Gorilla safari & cultural experience blended together.

4 Days of gorilla and chimpanzee tracking will take you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park.

7 Days Uganda safari offers gorilla trekking and wildlife viewing for travelers who want affordable holiday trips.

Best Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda

Rwanda’s Gorilla Safaris offer the best Short Gorilla Packages including day trips. Gorilla watching Itineraries are customized from 1-day tours to 20-plus Days. Rwanda is the only country among those with Mountain Gorillas that has its city just about 2 hours drive away from the Gorilla Trekking Park.

2 Days gorilla trek Rwanda is a short gorilla trek well customized for tourists who would want to have only a gorilla trekking experience.

3 Day gorilla trek Rwanda customized with a hike to Dian Fossey’s grave for a memorial visit. It is a 3-day 2 nights Rwanda gorilla trek.

4 Days gorilla and golden monkey tracking is a memorable one that goes beyond just seeing the mountain gorillas & monkeys.

6 Days Rwanda safari offers exclusive gorilla watching at Volcanoes National Park as well as chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe National Park.

Gorilla Trekking in Africa

As Kabira Gorilla Safaris we specialize in planning Gorilla trekking tours in Africa , however, our expertise in planning all other kinds of tours has been appreciated. We also plan Wildlife Safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania, birding tours, cultural tours, and all sorts of adventurous trips.

With expertise in all of these trip activities, we tailor long tours which combine Gorilla trekking as well as other safari activities. These long safari trips are referred to as recommended because they help you spend more time and do several other activities. These trips range from five (5) to over 30 days of safaris plus. To have more than just a Gorilla tour in Africa , here are sample gorilla safari itineraries . Choose any of these or contact one of our expert team members for advice and itinerary planning .

Gorilla Trekking From Kigali

Mountain Trekking Gorillas in Uganda is done in the two national parks of Bwindi and Mgahinga both situated southwest of the country. These are both at the border with Rwanda. It’s just about 4 hour drive from Kigali-Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and just 3 hours to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park .

This is a shorter distance than that of Kampala-Uganda’s capital to Bwindi or Mgahinga which is about an 8–9 hours road drive. If you do not want to spend a whole day on a road drive and another to return, then starting and ending your trip from Kigali is a perfect option. Fortunately, Kigali International Airport has daily international flights, and therefore easy to have a short gorilla safari to Uganda from Kigali.

Tourists trek Ugandan Gorillas via Rwanda because the permit in Uganda is cheaper and the parks are nearer to an International Airport.  For cheaper and short Gorilla tours in Uganda , start and end your trip in Kigali. Here are sample packages that you can choose from. You can also choose to have your holiday booked just like you want it through our contact form .

2 Days Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali is a short gorilla trekking to Bwindi Forest starting and ending in Kigali.

2 Days Mgahinga gorilla safari from Kigali is a short and interesting gorilla tour to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

3 Days Bwindi gorilla safari from Kigali is one of the best gorilla safaris to Uganda; the itinerary starts and ends in Rwanda.

3 Days double gorilla safari from Kigali – if you are looking for an opportunity to trek gorillas twice at a cheaper cost.

About Kabira Gorilla Safaris Company

We are a passion-driven gorilla safari company formed by very dedicated members. We are based in Uganda & Rwanda with agents based in Congo, Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar. Kabira Gorilla Safaris helps travelers from any part of the world to plan a bespoke gorilla trek either in Uganda, Rwanda, or Congo plus Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar. The Company was developed with a passion to deliver luxury & mid-range yet cost-worthy gorilla trekking holidays.

Our team is flexible enough in tailoring holiday trips to incorporate changes in itineraries and paying attention to safety, quality, and budget constraints. Gorilla types like private tours, group safaris, gorilla habituation, and luxury fly-in safaris can be tailored by our expert teams. Our ability to create bespoke gorilla tours in Africa is based on the fact that we have all the latest information on Gorilla Watching Tours.

Kabira Gorilla Safaris Company is committed to responsible tourism for conservation and sustainable development . To our best, we use fuel-efficient and well-maintained 4×4 safari vehicles, support conservation organizations, and encourage our clients to follow the Gorilla trekking rules and regulations.

All our trips support communities and preserve nature – which helps you get closer to both.

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3 Days Gorilla Tour Rwanda

This 3 Days Rwanda gorilla trekking safari package  gives you an opportunity to go to the volcanoes national park Rwanda. The Volcanoes National Park is found in the northwestern part of Rwanda. It covers an area of 62 square miles consisting of rain-forest and 5 of the 8 volcanoes found in the wider Virunga region . These mountain include Muhabura , Karisimbi, Sabinyo , Bisoke and Gahinga . The park borders Uganda’s Mgahinga National Park and Congo’s Virunga National Park .

3 Days gorilla tour to Rwanda includes a Kigali city tour and visit to the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village. While at the village, you will learn about the Rwandan culture and be entertained to cultural dances, folk stories and traditional songs. Rwanda gorilla tours start and end in Kigali with a visit to the Gisozi genocide memorial site to learn about the events that led to tragic Rwandan genocide.

Main Activities

Main Activities:

• Kigali city tour including a visit to the Gisozi Genocide memorial site
• Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
• Iby’iwacu cultural village

Full Itinerary

Day 1: City tour – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

After your one hour with the mountain gorillas, return back to the starting point where you will meet the company guide. You will be driven  back to your hotel for lunch and rest. In the evening, you will be taken for a visit to the Iby’iwacu cultural village located in Musanze which is near the volcanoes national park. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge / The 5 Volcanoes Lodge ( Luxury), Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge / Davinci Lodge (Mid-range) and The Garden Place Hotel (Basic).

Day 3: Transfer to back Kigali On this day, wake up and have breakfast at leisure as you also prepare for the trip back to Kigali. The driver will drop you at your hotel in Kigali or to the airport for your flight back home. If you missed the city tour on day 1, you will have it on this day before departure.

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Practical Guide

Equipment for gorilla trekking

• Good hiking boots
• Hand gloves
• A Light raincoat
• Light snack and drinking water
• Porters to help with extra heavy luggage

For the best gorilla trekking adventure

• Be in good physical condition
• Wear proper footwear for hiking difficult terrain
• Plan for the a rain
• Carry sufficient water and light snack
• It’s always great to tip the guide and rangers because they work hard to ensure you have an optimal gorilla adventure. They need encouragement! The recommended tip is $10usd preferably in local currency.

Important Notes

• Itinerary does not include arrival dinner and accommodation – but can be arranged
• The minimum age for gorilla tracking is 15 years
• Travelers should  ensure that they have checked the visa and inoculation requirements including at all transit points
• It is a requirement to have a yellow fever immunization card to enter  Rwanda
• Online Visa Application is necessary before travel depending on your nationality

Quote Inclusions and Exclusions

Safari Quote Includes

• Full time 4X4 safari vehicle
• A Full-Time Guide/Driver
• Fuel for your safari
• Rwanda Gorilla Permits
• Bottled drinking water per day
• All other activities in the Itinerary
• Full Board accommodation for 2 nights
• Pickup and drop-off at your desired location within Kigali
• Cultural and community visit
• Kigali city tour

Excludes International and local flights, visas, personal expenses like tipping, beverages, wines and insurance.

Lodges and Hotels

Uganda Safaris

• 1 Day Short Gorilla Trip
• 1 Day Kampala City Tour
• 1 Day Jinja City Tour
• 2 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trek
• 2 Days Jinja Water Rafting
• 2 Days Murchison Falls Safari
• 2 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari
• 3 Days Ssese Islands tour
• 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking
• 3 Days Gorilla Habituation Experience
• 3 Days Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga
• 3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale
• 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari
• 3 Days Tour Murchison Falls
• 3 Days Lake Mburo National Park
• 3 Days Lake Bunyonyi Tour
• 3 Days Lake Bunyonyi and Gorilla Trekking
• 4 Days Safari Murchison Falls
• 4 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari
• 4 Days Kidepo Wildlife Tour
• 4 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour
• 5 Days Uganda Safari
• 5 Days Uganda Primates Safari
• 5 Days Murchison Falls Safari
• 5 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari
• 6 Days Uganda Wildlife safari
• 6 Days in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth
• 6 Days in Kidepo and Murchison Falls
• 6 Days in Kibale, Bwindi and Murchison Falls
• 6 Days in Murchison Falls and Budongo Chimpanzees
• 7 Days Uganda Safari
• 8 Days Primates Safari
• 8 Days Gorillas and Masai Mara
• 9 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari
• 9 Days Rwenzori Hiking Safari
• 10 Days Uganda Safari
• 11 Days Best of Uganda Safari
• 12 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari
• 13 Days Uganda Rwanda tour
• 15 Days Grand Uganda Safari

Rwanda Safaris

• 1 Day Gorilla Tour Rwanda
• 2 Days Gorilla Tour Rwanda
• 3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari
• 5 Days Gorilla Trekking Rwanda and Primates
• 7 Days Gorilla Trekking Rwanda and Primates
• 3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour and Golden Monkeys
• 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour and Golden Monkeys
• 2 Days Golden Monkey Trekking
• 6 Days Rwanda Safari
• 1 Day Kigali City Tour
• I Day Akagera National Park Safari
• 2 Days Akagera National Park Safari
• 3 Days Akagera National Park Safari
• 3 Days Rwanda Gorillas and Dian Fossey Hike
• 2 Days Nyungwe National Park Tour
• 3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe

Combined Safaris

• 4 Days Uganda Rwanda Safari
• 4 Days Bwindi Gorillas and Karisimbi Hike
• 5 Days Uganda Rwanda Safari
• 7 Days Rwanda Uganda Safari
• 10 Days Uganda Rwanda Safari
• 10 Days Rwanda Uganda Wildlife Safari
• 14 Days Uganda Rwanda Safari
• 15 Days Uganda Rwanda Congo Safari

What is the cost of the 3 day Gorilla Tour in Rwanda for end of October and beginning of November 2024 for 2 persons. We are interested in quotes for the 5 Volcanoes Boutique hotels and Virunga lodge accommodations. Do you also do the 2 days tour starting from Kigali? What is the cost and accommodation used. Please email me as soon as possible. Elena

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Affordable Uganda Gorilla Trekking From Kigali

Undertake an amazing Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali, Rwanda and a gorilla habituation tour from Rwanda; travel to the north of Virunga region, to Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park – the two prime gorilla destinations, not only in Uganda but worldwide. The Uganda Gorilla tour from Rwanda is a faster and affordable way to encounter the world’s most sought-after primates than through Entebbe in Uganda. A drive between Kigali and Bwindi lasts for only 4 hours, while Mgahinga takes 3 hours, while a drive from Entebbe to Bwindi and Mgahinga national parks takes up to 8 hours, making Kigali an ideal arrival point for travelers intending to visit the pearl’s best gorilla destinations. Mountain gorillas are among the most fascinating wildlife species in the wild sharing over 98% of their DNA with humans. Trekking to see them is a great re-union between humans and these impressive apes. On a gorilla trek, you stand a chance to witness how close humans are to these rare primates. Mountain gorillas are sub-species of Eastern gorillas and they exist only in 4 national parks worldwide. To see mountain gorillas in Uganda, the places to consider visiting include Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. These 2 protected areas are situated in Southwestern Uganda and they can be reached within 8-10 hours’ drive from Kampala or 3-4 hours’ drive from Kigali - Rwanda with border crossing via Katuna/Chanika borders. Other 2 parks where mountain gorillas live include Virunga National Park in Eastern D.R. Congo and Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri Rwanda.

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How many Mountain gorillas exist on earth?

Currently, there exist only 1063 mountain gorillas on earth and these can be sighted in Uganda, Rwanda or DRC. They are listed among the endangered species and their survival in the wild is still threatened. Scientifically, they are best referred to as Gorilla beringei beringei and they are generally well built with muscular bodies. Males weigh up to 390 pounds while females weigh 250 pounds. They live in groups or families comprising of 3 to 30 mountain gorillas. In every gorilla family, there is a dominant adult male also referred to as silverback gorilla. Female mountain gorillas have the same gestation period (8.5 months) just like humans. An adult male gorilla is stronger than man about 18 times. They are muscular but shy unless irritated, they can charge against you. One habituated gorilla family group is limited to only 8 visitors each day. The park guides are available to accompany visitors on a trek to see these rare apes. In Uganda, there are 21 habituated gorilla families and these exist in Bwindi (20) and only 1 is in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Rwanda has 10 gorilla families in Volcanoes National Park and Congo comprises of 8 groups of mountain gorillas in Virunga National Park. Yes, tracking mountain gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda and D.R. Congo is safe! All treks to see these apes are conducted within the already habituated gorilla families and because they undergo habituation, it means they are used to human presence. On actual gorilla trek, tourists are led by experienced and armed park guides.

What is the difference between gorilla trekking and gorilla tracking?

Gorilla trekking is activity involving visitors navigating through the jungles to view mountain gorillas. A valid gorilla permit is required if you are to participate in this primate adventure. Visitors can spend from 2-6 hours trekking to see gorillas depending on someone’s physical fitness level. During gorilla trekking, visitors follow an assigned group of gorillas with a dedicated park guide in the lead.

Gorilla tracking is a term that denotes monitoring method in which tourists search for a particular gorilla group already habituated. What makes it different from gorilla trekking is that it is normally completed by park rangers or advanced organization with aid of different methods to help locate where gorillas can be and when they are found, what follows is trekking.

What are the chances of viewing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat?

There are higher chances of viewing massive mountain gorillas in their habitat. Tourists have about 99% chance of enjoying great sight of these large apes in the wild. The trekking process has been eased since trackers are sent in advance to find where a gorilla family is before tourists are finally set off to trek.

Why are mountain gorilla permits expensive?

Yes, gorilla permits ae costly but an hour with mountain gorillas is priceless! The charge for permits is expensive because a portion of the fees collected goes to aid conservation activities, paying park rangers, facilitating gorilla doctors’ work who ensure the perfect health of these amazing apes, as well as empowering the neighboring local communities. In Uganda, you can purchase a gorilla permit at US Dollars 700, Rwanda at US Dollars 1500 and in DRC at US Dollars 450.

Gorilla Trekking Rules and Regulations

At the start at each gorilla trekking day, travelers are introduced to the rules and regulations of gorilla trekking. This is during the pre-gorilla trekking briefing which takes place at the headquarters of the respective gorilla national parks. The rules and regulations of gorilla trekking have been put by conservation bodies in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Also known as dos and don’ts, gorilla trekking rules have been put to ensure safety of the endangered gorillas and travelers themselves. Gorilla watching is the most done travel activity in Africa which attracts huge volumes of travelers to Bwindi Forest / Mgahinga Gorilla National parks, Volcanoes National park and Virunga National park in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo respectively.

Travelers are warmed to follow these rules to ensure a peaceful and enjoyable gorilla trek. Mountain gorillas are endangered species which share over 99% of human genes making them susceptible to human communicable illnesses. Some of the rules apply before meeting gorillas while others apply when with the gorillas. Conservation bodies who put gorilla trekking rules and regulations are Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) in Uganda, Rwanda Development Board (RDB) in Rwanda and the Congolese Institute for Conservation of Nature (ICCN) in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The rules and regulations of gorilla trekking in Africa include among others:

Before meeting the gorillas:

• Do not trek the endangered mountain gorillas when sick. Any traveler showing any signs of cold, flu or infection will not be allowed to visit the endangered gorillas. Mountain gorillas are susceptible to human illnesses.
• During the corona virus pandemic, mandatory temperature screening to confirm travelers are free from the killer virus.
• Carry your gorilla permit and other travel documents for verification
• Travelers aged below 15 years are not allowed to visit the gorillas (Trekking gorillas is a strenuous adventure which may be hard for the children)
• Only eight travelers are allowed to visit one gorilla family
• Wear you face mask
• Mandatory hand washing and sanitizing before and after meeting the gorillas
• In gorilla habituation experience, only four people are allowed to visit a gorilla family
• Keep within your group (do not move alone in the jungle)
• Human waste especially feaces should be buried at least 30cm (12 ft) deep
• Do not litter in the park
• Follow the guide of the park ranger. Pay attention to his/her instructions when in the jungle

When with the gorillas:

• Keep a distance of seven meters away from the endangered mountain gorillas. Keep a social distance to avoid the transmission of human wildlife diseases
• do not look direct into the eyes of the endangered gorillas. Direct eye contact with the gorillas is irritating to the endangered species
• do not use flash light cameras. Remember to switch off your flash light before taking any pictures. Torching in the eyes of the gorillas is highly discouraged
• Keep your voices low when with the gorillas. These endangered species enjoy a quite environment.
• Do not smoke in presence of the endangered mountain gorillas
• Do not eat when with the gorillas
• Do not drink when with the endangered mountain gorillas
• Spend strictly an hour with the gorillas. 1 hour with gorillas is counted from the time travelers et their eyes on the gorillas. You can however spend several hours in the jungle before meeting the endangered gorillas
• Turn back your face when sneezing or coughing to avoid direct transmission of germs to the endangered gorillas
• Do not touch the baby gorillas
• If a silverback gorilla charges at you, keep calm, step back and play it cool. Running away or charging back at the silverback gorilla will make the beast wilder and may cause irreversible harm.

Other rules and regulations that govern Africa’s National parks

In addition to gorilla dos and don’ts, check other rules in other national parks and protected areas in African parks. This applies to travelers who want to combine gorilla trekking with other wildlife experiences especially game viewing. These include:

• Do not drive off the designated tracks. Off track driving in savannahs parks of Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo is punishable.
• Camping is not allowed in the park except at designated sites.
• Motor horns and other loud sounds are not allowed in national parks.
• Dogs, cats and other pets are not allowed in the national parks.
• Do not bring ammunitions and firearms in the park. It’s only rangers that are allowed to carry guns in the park. The guns are not for shooting but rather scaring wild animals in case of any attack.
• Keep your entrance receipts safely. You will be asked for verification from time to time.
• Do not drive beyond 40 kilometers per hour while in the park. Over speeding is highly discouraged and punishable.

Bwindi Gorilla Habituation Experience: What does gorilla habituation mean?

Gorilla habituation experience is a general term that means a process in which gorillas are made to get used to human presence. The process usually takes 2 years more or less depending on how fast they can get accustomed to human being before they are opened up for gorilla trekking. While on a gorilla trip, there is possibility to participate in mountain gorilla habituation experience and this is provided for only in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The activity attracts mostly scientists, conservationists, researchers and trackers.

This exceptional experimental training or taming of wild mountain gorillas is meant to make them familiar and comfortable with human beings around them. Gorilla habituation experience is a first step all gorillas go through before they are declared free and open for travelers to trek. The experience gives travelers a chance to take part in training gorillas unlike in trekking where a traveler just watches from a distance. Travelers hike along with a team of conservationists, gorilla doctors, researchers and armed park rangers to meet the wild gorillas.

The team imitates gorilla activities such as eating vegetation, walking on arms and climbing trees which make it more fun and enjoyable. Within the 2-3 years, the team responsible for gorilla habituation must visit the gorilla family undergoing habituation everyday with or without travelers.

Where to do gorilla habituation experience?

The experimental experience is only done in Rushaga sector, south of Bwindi impenetrable National park. Every traveler who therefore wants to take part in this magical experience must visit Rushaga sector in south eastern Uganda. Apparently, 2 gorilla families (Bushaho and Bikingi) are undergoing habituation and will be opened soon for trekking.

The already habituated gorilla families in Rushaga sector include Mishaya family, Kahungye group, Busingye family, Bweza family and Nshongi gorilla group. Rushaga sector is home to the highest number of habituated gorilla families hence the best place for gorilla trekking in Uganda.

Cost of Gorilla Habituation Experience?

Each traveler intending to take part in gorilla habituation experience is required to have a permit. A single gorilla habituation experience permit costs $1500 for foreign non-residents, $1000 for foreign residents and UGX 750,000 for Ugandans and East African residents.This cost is far higher than the normal gorilla trekking permit which costs $700 for foreign nonresidents, $600 for foreign residents and UGX 250,000 for East African residents. However, the $1500 for gorilla habituation experience is surely worth it.

How many people are allowed during Gorilla Habituation Experience?

Each day, only four people are allowed to visit one gorilla family undergoing habituation experience unlike in gorilla trekking where a single gorilla family is visited by 8 people a day. This guarantee availability of 8 gorilla habituation permits issued everyday on first come first serve basis.

Allowed time for gorilla habituation experience

Mountain gorilla habituation experience allows a traveler to spend up to four hours with the endangered gorillas unlike gorilla trekking where travelers only spend an hour with the gorillas. This gives them extended time to learn, train and observe the social characters of gorillas in their families. However, travelers can spend over 8 hours in the jungle. The four hours are counted from the time travelers set their eyes on the endangered gorillas.

When and how to book for a gorilla habituation permit in Uganda?

6 months before the habituation experience day is the ideal time for booking a gorilla habituation experience permit. This is due to the high demand and low supply of habituation permits in Uganda. Travelers intending to do this memorable experience are therefore advised to book in advance to avoid last minute disappointments. Regarding how to book a gorilla habituation experience, you can directly contact Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), a government body responsible for wildlife / mountain gorilla conservation, trekking and habituation in Uganda. Alternatively, you can book through any trusted travel operator offering gorilla habituation packages to Bwindi Forest.

Best time for gorilla habituation experience

Dry season from June to October and December to February is regarded as the best time to do gorilla habituation experience. This season is normally dry with les or no rains at all. This eases movements through the jungle forests of Bwindi with thick bushes and wet grounds. Also, the dry season is best for photography. However, gorilla habituation experience can be done throughout the year. Wet season in March, April, May, October and November normally attracts discounted offers from service providers especially lodges and hotels.

What to pack for gorilla habituation experience?

Spending over half a day in the jungle forest is not a joke! You ought to pack the basics to ensure and enjoyable and less stressing gorilla habituation experience. You packing list for habituation experience should include hiking boots/shoes, gardening gloves, long pants, long sleeved shirts / blouses, sun glass, hat, rain jacket and insect repellants. Also, remember to pack enough drinking water and energy giving snacks to keep you strong throughout. A porter and walking stick are also highly recommended for everyone coming for a gorilla habituation experience.

Gorilla habituation add-ons!

The other travel activities you can add on your habituation experience include gorilla trekking, nature walks, bird watching and community tours. These together make a complete Uganda safari package to Bwindi impenetrable National park. Gorilla habituation experience is a lifetime experience worth doing. Book now, spend extended time with the endangered gorillas and enjoy this magical encounter!

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1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour

The 1 day Rwanda gorilla tour is best done when a visitor spends a night in Rwanda before the day of trekking. The exercise starts very early in the morning, kicking off with briefing at the park headquarters. You will leave your hotel in Kigali at 4:30 am, for a 2-hour picturesque drive to Volcanoes National Park in the northwest of Rwanda. On arrival, you will have your breakfast before proceeding to the park headquarters at Kinigi for the briefing by the park warden.

At 8:30am the tour guide will transfer you to the starting point of the gorilla trek. The gorilla groups are allocated to the guests for tracking at random except when there are some exceptional factors to consider like age. Usually trackers who are advanced in age are allocated a gorilla family considered to be not far away from the starting point. However, our experienced guides have over time mastered the movement of the gorillas as well as having a good relationship with the park wardens. They normally talk to them before time and express the clients' interests and ability to forge a way for a successful gorilla trekking encounter.

The trek may last from 1-6 hours depending on the movement of gorillas. Travellers are advised to disclose their trekking abilities to park wardens and guides so they can be allocated the suitable gorilla family. However, be rest assured that you are guaranteed to meet a gorilla family in the park on your 1 day Rwanda gorilla tour at all costs. 

What to expect on your 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour

10 gorilla families have been habituated in Volcanoes park and are visited by trekkers everyday. These are Hirwa, Agashya, Umubano, Susa A, Karisimbi, Sabyinyo, Kwitonda, Amahoro and Titus gorilla family. Each gorilla family is visited by a group of eight people everyday. Visitors are permitted to spend one hour in the presence of gorillas according to gorilla trekking guidelines . 

What else to do and see in Volcanoes national park

Besides gorilla trekking, visitors can enjoy a variety of other experiences in Volcanoes national park. These include bird watching, golden monkey trekking, nature walks, community tours, volcano hiking (Mt Karisimbi & Bisoke) as well as hiking to Dian Fossey tomb. Trekkers can also make a brief tour to Musanze caves. 

On return, your driver will transfer you back to Kigali for drop off at your hotel or at the airport for a scheduled flight back home. Inquire

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Gorilla Trekking Uganda From Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Planning to book Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali? Gorilla Trekking is an activity that gives travelers a chance to interact with the endangered mountain gorillas in the thick forests of Mgahinga and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda.

This is activity is almost on very traveler’s to do list and where as it happens in south western Uganda, you can start you safari to see the Gorillas in Uganda in the Capital of Rwanda, Kigali (Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking).

We are going to discuss in detail the experience of a gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda that starts in the Rwandese capital Kigali (gorilla trekking Uganda from Kigali) while pointing out the special features of this tour in terms price, distance, scenery and many more.

Why Choose Gorilla Trekking in Uganda from Kigali?

Proximity to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park : The basic reason for travelers to choose the gorilla trekking safari in Uganda starting from Kigali is the closeness of the City of Kigali to the forests of Bwindi and Mgahinga in Uganda. This can also make your luxury gorilla tours in Uganda more flawless.

The Distance from Entebbe International Airport to Bwindi Impenetrable National park and Mgahinga National park is way longer compared to Kigali to the two National parks.

The short distance will allow you spend more time exploring the gorillas and less time on the road.

Scenic Drive : There is a lot of beautiful scenery on your way from Kigali city to the Bwindi and Mgahinga National Parks. This is another adventure before the big adventure.

You will see rolling hills, beautiful village settlements and amazing landscapes. The drive will also allow you to explore the beauties of both Rwanda and Uganda.

Cost-Efficient : The cost of a gorilla permit in Uganda is relatively lower compared to the gorilla tracking permit in Rwanda.

This means that if you start your gorilla adventure to Uganda from Kigali, you will save a lot from the permit, the cost of transport while having a great experience. It is one of the best ways to book budget gorilla trekking tours .

Multiple Trekking Options : Unlike Rwanda safaris , there are a lot of options from both having two destinations for the gorilla tracking: Bwindi and Mgahinga, then there are lots of families you can track here as well.

With all these options that make tracking in Uganda Flexible, you have a higher chance of seeing the gorillas. Several fitness levels are also catered for as the elderly can take the shorter routes.

How to Plan Your Kigali to Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour

Obtain a Uganda Gorilla Permit : You will be required to have a gorilla tracking permit before you see the gorillas. The permits are usually very few and on demand.

It’s only important that you book the permit a good time before your tracking date. The gorilla permits are issued by the Uganda wildlife Authority and you can book through an authorized tour operator.

The price of a gorilla permit in Uganda is the same throughout the year.

Travel Documents : Like any other travel, you will be required to have valid travel documents like a passport and Valid Visa to allow you enter Uganda.

There are other requirements like the vaccinations that you ought to pay attention to. Since you will be go through the Rwandese immigration, you need to make sure you fulfill all their border requirements.

Transportation : You will need to have reliable transport to move you from Kigali to either Bwindi or Mgahinga National parks. You can choose to use public transportation or hire a car from a tour company or join a group tour.

The Journey from Kigali to the gorilla destination will take about 3 to 4 hours.

Accommodation : There are a lot of accommodation options around the Bwindi and Mgahinga national parks. You can choose from the standard, mid range and luxury accommodation options.

Look into your budget and choose the accommodation that suits you.

Trekking Gear : Put the weather conditions of the area during the time you are travelling. But this being a tropical rain forest area, it can rain any time of the day or year.

Some of the standard things to carry are: trekking equipment, a hat, rain coat, sunscreen, insect repellant, backpack, long sleeved shirts, boots and long pants.

Physical Fitness : Gorilla trekking is usually a demanding activity and it will take a physical toll on you. Its advised that you prepare for this trek by engaging in training that will prepare you for this activity.

Make communication if you have any requirements or limitations and they will be catered for. Even those that can’t walk will be carried in stretchers.

Wrapping it Up

Gorilla trekking Uganda from Kigali is a very fascinating experience and it comes with a lot of flexibility, comfort, beautiful scenery, convenience and affordability (affordable like Congo gorilla tours ).

This Kigali to Bwindi or Mgahinga route will give you more time to adventure than spend on the road and you will get a change to compare both culture and scenery of both Uganda and Rwanda.

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Guide for booking gorilla trekking in uganda from kigali in rwanda 2024/2025.

Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali or Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking is being prefered by so many clients because of affordability and the short distance.

So many clients preferred Rwanda gorilla tour experience to Uganda gorilla tour experiences before.

This was mainly because of the short 2 hour drive from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park compared to the eight hour long drive from Entebbe to Bwindi.

With the possibility of booking one day and two day gorilla safaris, it somehow became a bit cheaper for a client to trek gorillas in Rwanda.

The blow came in 2017 when Rwanda Development Board announced a 100% ($750 to $1500) increment on permits.

Ever since this happened, so many clients now prefer to arrive in Kigali and trek gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda because not all are willing to pay the huge amount for Rwanda permits.

Bwindi permits cost only $700 each all year round. Besides, it is just a four hours drive from Kigali to Southern Bwindi.

On this website, our main aim is selling gorilla trekking tours that start from Kigali in Rwanda.

Besides organizing Uganda gorilla safaris, Rwanda gorilla safaris, Congo gorilla safaris and East African Safari Tours, we also organize wildlife safaris, honeymoons, group tours, primate safaris, beach getaways and so much more all within the East African region.

Why book Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trekking?

Booking Uganda gorilla tours from Kigali will save you a lot. If you are visiting Bwindi or any other Southern Uganda destination then booking your trip this way will still help you a lot.

Its much easier to transfer from Kigali to Southern Uganda then from Entebbe. Below is list down some of the major benefits of starting your gorilla tours from Rwanda.

Save Money: Uganda gorilla tours from Kigali is way much cheaper than starting from Entebbe or Kampala.

You can arrive and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park on the same day just like you can trek gorillas in Bwindi and transfer to Kigali for departure on the same day.

If you choose to start from Kampala, you will have to spend money on accommodation for the first and last night of your safari.

The Uganda gorilla trek cost is also friendly. Instead of blowing $1500 on Rwandan permits, you will spend $700 on each Ugandan permit.

Short Drive: It is about a four to five hours drive from Kigali in Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

If it wasn’t for the fact that Rwanda limits driving speed form 40-60 kilometers per hour, it would have been a three hours drive.

The journey is approximately 176.8 kilometers, almost thrice shorter the distance from Entebbe to Bwindi.

Please also note that the border does not close. You can even arrive at 6PM and transfer to Bwindi on the same day.

Shorter Trips: The short distance makes it easy to carry out shorter trips.

You can even visit Bwindi in two days; you arrive in Kigali and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest on day one then trek gorillas and transfer back to Kigali for departure on the second day.

However, we recommend staying for at least two nights in Bwindi. Three to four day Bwindi tours are awesome.

Save on Flights with Rwandair: Rwanda has their own airlines called Rwandair. Visit their website and check out their routes and prices.

You could chance cheap fares and save some money. Some routes are direct with no stopovers hence, less traveling time.

Visit the Kigali Genocide Monument: The Kigali genocide monument is a must visit for all clients who arrive in Kigali.

This landmark paints the dark history of Rwanda on your face. You will get to learn a lot about the 1994 Rwandan Genocide:- how it started, what caused it and how it stopped. The Kigali Genocide Audio Experience costs $25 per person and makes your experiential tour even more better.

The visit takes about two hours hence, you have to make sure you are at the entrance by 12:00 am as the closing time is 4pm (EAT).

Distance from Kigali to Bwindi

Transferring from Kigali to Bwindi is approximately 176.8 kilometers, about four to five hours of driving.

This journey could have taken less time if it wasn’t for Rwanda’s low driving speed limit. Please note that there are no direct flights from Kigali to Bwindi. You can only travel by road.

Choosing Uganda Gorilla Safaris from Rwanda

Opting for Uganda gorilla tours from Kigali is the best decision you can make; especially for shorter gorilla trips.

On this website, we specialize in offering such trips hence, guarantee the very best of your adventure.

We can make this trip a reality to you at very affordable and discounted costs.

Just like mentioned earlier and above, if you book a trip that lasts for twelve days or more or rather travel in a group of eight tourists, we shall offer you a free Uganda gorilla permit worth $700.

To claim a free Rwanda permit, you have to book in a group of eleven people or more. Contact us now for Bwindi gorilla tours from Kigali.

About Mountain gorillas in Uganda

Uganda is one of the countries in East Africa that are inhabited by mountain gorillas and therefore supports gorilla trekking tours in some of its thick tropical rain-forests. Gorilla trekking safaris are done in the southwest of Uganda in strictly two Ugandan national parks – Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park .

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park offers extraordinary gorilla trekking tours in its isolated sectors – Rushaga, Nkuringo, Ruhija and Buhoma sectors. All these sectors are inhabited by habituated gorillas that are comfortable with human beings in their habitat. The different gorilla sectors have various gorilla families.

Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Video by Wode Maya

The Four Trailheads of Bwindi (Gorilla trekking sectors)

The four trail heads (gorilla trekking sectors) of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park include; Rushaga sector (South of Bwindi), Nkuringo sector (West of Bwindi), Ruhija sector (East of Bwindi) and Buhoma sector (North of Bwindi).

• Rushaga gorilla sector. This sector is made-up of 8 gorilla families. It is located in the South of Bwindi forest and gorilla families here are; Nshongi comprised of 21 individuals led by one dominant silverback, Kahungye with 25 gorillas, Mishaya group that is led by a dominant silverback Mwine who is responsible for their feeding and protection in the jungle, Busingye group on the other hand is composed of 9 members and Bweza has 15 individuals. Each of the gorilla families is normally composed of a silverback, black backs, mothers, infants and juveniles.
• Nkuringo Gorilla sector. Nkuringo is also located in the southern part of Bwindi impenetrable national park and is made-up of four different families scattered in its thick rainforests. Gorilla families here include Nkuringo family, after which the sector is named. Nkuringo was the first family in the sector and later other families like Christmas, Posho and Bushasho emerged. This Nkuringo gorilla sector is a renowned place for calm experiences and assured gorilla encounters.
• Ruhija gorilla sector . Ruhija is located in the eastern part and is made-up of four different exciting gorilla families that visitors enjoy to encounter in the tropical rainforests of Bwindi. Ruhija has four families. The gorilla families in the sector are Bitukura with 13 individuals, Oruzogo gorilla family is made-up of 10 individuals, Mukiza family made up of 15 individuals and Kyaguliro family made up of 10 members. Encountering gorilla families in Ruhija sector is such an exciting experience and provides memorable moments to visitors with the pictures they take and also learn a lot from them as they groom their young ones in the jungle.
• Buhoma Sector. This is the most popular sector, situated in the northern part of Bwindi impenetrable forest and thus the most accessible for visitors from the northern direction. The sector is made-up of five gorilla groups that can be tracked by visitors in the forest. Gorilla families in Buhoma sector include; Mubare group comprised of 9 members, Habinyanja gorilla group, Rushegura family led by the famous silverback Mwirima, Muyambi family and Katwe family with 9 individuals. All these families are fully habituated and therefore can be accessed by visitors in the jungle with the help of game rangers and guides.

It is important to note that all these families are habituated though there are other non habituated gorillas in the jungle of Bwindi extending southwards to the Virunga massif. Therefore, it is important for visitors to be accompanied by Rangers as they trek gorillas to avoid running into non habituated gorillas that are not familiar with human beings and could possibly see them as a threat.

List of Popular Uganda Gorilla Families to Trek on your Kigali to Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has over 18 gorilla families and groups . Mountain gorillas are descendants of ancestral monkeys and apes found in Africa and Arabian continents from the start of Oligocene (24-34 million years ago). They are one of the rare and critically endangered primate species found in the world. It was 9 million years ago that this group of primates later evolved into gorillas, originating from common ancestors with humans and chimps. This is when the genus ‘gorillas’ came up.

Gorilla families in Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

• Mubare family. This is the first group to be habituated in the year 1993. Mubare gorilla family comprises 5 members under the leadership of 1 silverback. The name came from a gorgeous Mubare hill where they were first sighted. There were 18 members at first and the number kept reducing due to deaths and massive migration. It has turned out to be the smallest gorilla family in Bwindi NP, especially after the demise of its pioneer silverback – Ruhondeza. Some of Mubare family members currently include Kanyonyi – the lead black back, Muyambi, Malaika and Kashundwe.
• Habinyanja gorilla family. Habinyanja gorilla family comprises of 20 members with 2 silver backs. The name Habinyanja comes from the local name for water – “Nyanja” relating to the fact that the group was first discovered near a swamp. This group is hard to trek because it moves over a wide range in the forest. Prominent members in this group are, Maraya the blackback,late Mizayo (Was brutally killed by poacher’s traps and spears), Binyonko, Nyabuche, Nyamuhango, Rukundo, Kisho, and Rugyendo the adult females, Kavuyo the sub adult male and Ruyombo the sub adult female, Malaika, Hamusini, Makara, Rwansigazi among others.
• Rushegura group family. In the year 2000, Rushegura gorilla family broke away from Habinyanja with 20 members and 1 silver back called Kabukojo. It is easier to trek this group because it roams around the park headquarters, sometimes coming to the lodges. Among others the members in this family include, mwirima, kabukonjo, kibade, nyamunwa, nyampazi, ruterena, kafuruka, kibade and karungyi, among others.
• Katwe family. Katwe gorilla family is the newest edition to the gorilla family profile of Buhoma sector. Katwe was established in the summer of 2018 after successful habituation by Uganda wildlife authority. Katwe family comprises of 7 members including one silverback (Silverback Katwe), four adult females, three black backs and two infants. The exact number of members of Katwe family is still uncertain as new members keep joining and leaving the group occasionally.

Gorilla families in Rushaga Sector of Bwindi National Park

• Nshongi gorilla group. Nshongi gorilla family derives its name from a river close to it where this group was first sighted during habituation; it is the biggest gorilla family ever to be habituated. It currently has 25 members under the leadership of 2 silver backs as the group continues to expand. The members in this group are, Nshongi, Kakono, Bweza, Matama, Busasa, Bwire, Bukojo, Mahoro among others.
• Mishaya gorilla group. Mishaya gorilla family comprises 12 members and 1 silver back which broke off from Nshongi in 2010 due to the dispute that broke out between competing silverbacks. Among other members include, Bakunzi, Mwiza, Rutaro, Mize, among others. Please note that Mishaya – the former leader after which the group was named died and when he died, Mwine his son took over.
• Kahungye gorilla group. Kahungye gorilla family has over 13 members with dominant silver back known as Rumansi. The group was officially launched in October 2011 following two years of successful habituation process. At the time of habituation, this family was under the leadership of a subordinate silverback, known as Ruhemuka. Ruhemuka led Kahungye family until March 2013 when it succumbed to what was termed as a forest accident.
• Busingye gorilla family. Busingye gorilla group is another group in Rushaga sector. The family split from Kahungye gorilla group, under silverback Busingye (peace). The family has 9 members including 3 infants, 5 black backs and 1 sliver backs. Uganda Wildlife Authority is yet to announce all the names of the members in this family.
• Bweza gorilla group. With roughly 12 members, Bweza gorilla group split up from the original Nshongi because of some simple rivalry. Despite UWA’s speculation last year that the group would reunite with Mishaya, it has remained independent and still open for tracking in the Rushaga area of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Uganda Gorilla groups in Ruhija Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Bitukura Gorilla Family. Bitukura gorilla family is one of the most peaceful family groups and was 1st habituated in 2017. This Family has a group size of 13 members including 4 silverbacks with dominant silverback, Nduhura the youngest silver back in the park. The members in this family among others are Nduhura, Kakara, Twakire, Ruhara, Betina, Kadogo, Mugisha and Obia.
• Oruzogo family Group. Oruzogo gorilla family is one of the newly opened families in Ruhija, with its habituation beginning in 2009 and the group was officially opened in 2011. It is till now open for tourists in the Ruhija sector all year round; with a family size of 16 members including 1 silverback (Bakwate). The members include Birungi, Bucura, Otaka, Bwoba, Muteesi, Nyakiina, Kaganga, Katooto, Kanywani, Busungu, Kakobe among others.
• Kyaguriro gorilla group. Kyaguriro Gorilla family was first habituated in 1995, but the family was never visited by any tourist because by that time there was no guarantee to secure gorilla permits to trek this group. Kyaguriro group is often found in the deep jungles of Ruhija sector and it is apparently comprised of 15 members including 2 Silverbacks. Despite its habituation, Kyaguriro Gorilla family does not receive visitors for trekking tours because it was put aside primarily for research and study purposes.

Uganda Gorilla Families in Nkuringo Sector of Bwindi Gorilla Park

Nkuringo is in the southern corner of the park in Kisoro district, near the border with D.R. Congo. Nkuringo comprised of only one gorilla family, until 2018 when the second group, Christams was launched.

• Nkuringo Group. Nkuringo gorilla family is the original family to settle in this region with 18 members and 2 silver backs. In fact, this is the most exciting group to visit. However, you will need to be physically fit to do trekking in the sector because it is a bit strenuous though worth it. The members in this family among others include Rafiki, Bahati, Karungi, Karibu, Kwesima, Magara, Muhozi, Kiiza and Faraha.
• Christmas group. Christmas gorilla family is the recent gorilla family to be habituated in Bwindi, together with Katwe family in Buhoma. Under the leadership of silverback Christmas, this group broke up from the original Nkuringo group. The group is comprised of 9 members, including one silverback, three female gorillas, one black back and one baby gorilla. Please note the number of gorillas in each group keeps changing because of many factors such as the birth of new babies, death, and migration to other groups, among other factors.

Mountain Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga National Park (Virunga Conservation Area)

Mgahinga National Park is one of the areas inhabited by the mountain gorillas, staying on the slopes of the three of the 8 dormant Virunga Volcano Mountains which are Gahinga , Sabyinyo and Muhabura . The gorilla family here inhabits the slopes of these volcanoes that are forested and that is where they can be trekked well from.

Mgahinga National Park sits on an area of 33 square kilometers in the southwestern part of Uganda and is comprised of 1 habituated gorilla family known as Nyagakezi. The welcoming Nyakagezi gorilla family is comprised of 11 members and with 3 silverbacks including Mark, Matthew and Mafia. They are responsible for migration patterns in the forests, feeding and offering full time protection to other members in the family.

Mgahinga National Park provides extraordinary gorilla tracking experiences and is located 510 kilometers from Kampala City via the Kampala – Kabale – Kisoro Highway. It should however be noted that visitors to the park can also fly, boarding from Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi airstrips to Kisoro airstrip in the southwest of Uganda. A visitor can be received by a professional tour guide and embark on the journey to the National Park for unforgettable gorilla expeditions.

Uganda gorilla permits

For anyone planning a trip to trek mountain gorillas in Uganda, they should know that permits in Uganda can be obtained from the reputable, licensed and registered tour operators . Gorilla permits in Uganda cost a non-negotiable fee of $700 for foreign non-residents, $600 for the foreign residents and Uganda shillings 250,000 for East African citizens.

What to wear when going for a gorilla trek?

Visitors embarking on the gorilla trekking adventure are highly advised to dress properly for the adventure in order to have uninterrupted experiences in the jungle.

• Visitors are advised to put on long sleeved shirts to keep the biting insects away and trousers to ensure that the sticky plants don’t get to the skin.
• Mosquito repellents are also paramount in the jungle since they help prevent one from the unwanted tiny bloodsuckers, therefore preventing diseases such as malaria and yellow fever.
• Strong all-terrain boots are important since they help a visitor to get through the shrubs and irregular slippery and steep slopes with no difficulty.

What is the best time to go for gorilla tracking in Uganda?

The best time to go for gorilla trekking in Uganda is during the dry months. Dry seasons are always in mid-year and at the end of the year – long dry seasons of June up to late September and the short dry seasons running from December up to mid February. These seasons are characterized by steady grounds that make it easy for the visitors to maneuver through these forests.

It Is however important for visitors to know that gorilla trekking is not only possible in dry seasons but it can also be done during rainy season though it can be a little bit hectic. This is because of the slippery grounds and the disturbing rain in the forest that makes it less enjoyable than in the dry seasons.

Rules and regulations governing gorilla trekking in Uganda

Gorilla tracking tour is a highly regulated but an exciting adventure which is governed by a set of rules to ensure that the habitat is conserved for the next generations while the present-day visitors enjoy their time in the jungle.

• Do not litter. Visitors are required not to litter the forest in order to keep it in its natural state and also leave it clean. A clean environment also improves the lives of gorillas and so they do not have to get diseases from the dirty plastics and polythene bags left by visitors while trekking.
• Gorilla trekking minimum age. Visitors embarking on gorilla trekking safaris are required to be of 15 years and above . This guideline helps to regulate the playful nature of the young ones and the risk of not managing the long hikes. It is also however important to note that children of below 15 years’ age normally have communicable diseases such as flu, colds, cough which could possibly be transmitted to gorillas.
• No illnesses. Visitors going for gorilla tracking are required not to be sick especially of contagious diseases such as flu cough, cold and COVID-19 which could possibly lead to their death and extinction of the entire species.
• Gorilla trekking permit regulation. Visitors going for gorilla trekking tours are required to show a gorilla tracking permit that they received from the regulating body – Uganda Wildlife Authority. This helps ensure that all visitors have met the requirements that support the conservation of gorillas in this national park.

How difficult is gorilla trekking in Uganda?

Gorilla trekking in Uganda is precisely a mild adventure. It is moderate since it is not so difficult and not that easy. This is because the adventure requires patience from trekkers and also the guts to be able to maneuver through the thick rain-forests in all weather conditions, the slippery terrain, thorny bushes and shrubs, hiking the highlands, sloping the valleys, and crossing streams to get to the assigned gorilla family.

All those petty hardships are quickly forgotten the moment you encounter a habituated group of gorillas therefore making the activity worthwhile and rewarding.

Are Bwindi gorilla sightings guaranteed?

People willing to see mountain gorillas should know that a tour to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park guarantees them a chance to view mountain gorillas. However, this is not 100% but it is a matter of fact that no one has ever missed seeing mountain gorillas in Bwindi national park. Gorillas live in habituated groups that are well monitored by park guides and game Rangers, therefore they are monitored, tracked and observed 24/7.

Top Things to See in Bwindi Gorilla Park

• Mountain Gorillas . Bwindi National Park is most notable for more than 500 mountain gorillas, almost half of the world’s population of the endangered mountain gorillas. 21 habituated mountain gorilla groups are open to tourism in four different sectors of Buhoma, Ruhijja, Rushaga and Nkuringo.
• Forest/Flora. The park is among the most diverse forests in East Africa, with more than 1,000 flowering plant species, including 200 species of trees and 104 species of ferns.
• Bird-life. The park provides habitat for over 350 bird species including hornbills and endemic birds like Rwenzori turacos.
• Mammals. The park is a sanctuary of forest buffaloes, elephants, giant hogs, olive baboons, Colobus monkeys and many more.
• Chameleons. The park has a variety of chameleon species including the most sought-after three horned Jackson’s chameleon.
• The Batwa people. The Batwa people are indigenous to the area and have lived in harmony with the forest for generations. They offer cultural tours that provide insight into their traditional way of life.

Top Things to Do in Bwindi National Park

• Gorilla Trekking : This is undoubtedly the most popular activity in Bwindi National Park. Visitors can trek through the forest to observe gorillas in their natural habitat.
• Gorilla Habituation Experience : A Gorilla habituation experience (GHEX) allows visitors to spend more time with gorillas than gorilla trekking does because the gorillas visited are still undergoing habituation. It is only enjoyed in the southern Rushaga sector.
• Forest/Nature Walks: Visitors can take guided walks through the forest to observe Bwindi’s incredible flora and fauna.
• Bird Watching : Bird watching tours are available for visitors who want to observe some of the park’s 350 bird species.
• Batwa Community Experience : Visitors can learn about the Batwa people’s traditional way of life by taking a cultural tour.
• Chameleon Tracking : Visiting Bwindi national park gives one an opportunity to track and observe chameleons with a guide through the forest usually at 1700 meters and above. The type of chameleons tracked here are the notable 3-horned chameleons.
• Waterfalls Hiking Experience : Rushaga sector is home to the stunning Munyanga falls and therefore, visitors can hike to waterfalls within the park while enjoying scenic views along the way.

Where to stay when tracking gorillas in Uganda?

Where to stay in bwindi impenetrable national park.

1. Buhoma Lodge

This lodge is located within Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the Buhoma sector and therefore it is a walk-able distance to the park headquarters where gorilla trekking starts. The lodge is on a raised platform and surrounded by tall trees, the rooms are cozy and designed using polished wood to give off a rustic aura.

It has a complete lounge and bar area, dining place and ever-green relaxing gardens where you can set up a fireplace and wind off in the night.

It also offers free Wi-Fi, airport transfers and the staff are very professional and friendly.

2. Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

This mid-range lodge is in the Southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Nkuringo sector. It is an eco-lodge that has won several awards. The lodge was built using local materials such as papyrus for the ceiling, wood and volcanic rock for the floors and uses corrugated iron sheets to harvest water free from chemicals.

It is 10-15 minutes away from the starting point in Nkuringo sector, it has two lounge areas with stunning views of the Virunga massif and Bwindi Forest. There are six cottages with ensuite bathrooms, fireplaces and private terraces.

It has electricity and free Wi-Fi, a variety of meals are prepared, and special diets can also be ordered for. They provide packed meals when going on gorilla treks.

Where to Stay in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

1. Mount Gahinga Lodge

This luxury adventure lodge is located at the base of the Virunga Volcanoes on the Ugandan side. Opened in 2002, it is one of the perfect places to stay during the gorilla trekking tours.

It offers rustic charm inspired by traditional design and building techniques. The lodge has beautiful living rooms, sunrooms, and terraces with fantastic views of the volcanoes and the Kisoro Valley below.

There are two deluxe and six standard rooms forming the 8 traditionally designed and hand-built luxurious Bandas with distinct colors visualizing the aesthetic traditions of the Bufumbira people. Each Banda has an ensuite luxury shower room, fireplace, and private terrace.

The hotel has great amenities such as a beautiful restaurant offering both local and international meals served by well-trained staff. This offers a great dining experience. It also offers personal butlers for guests, a modern gym, laundry services, free internet, and a well-stocked bar with premium drinks.

The lodge has a direct path that leads you to the gorilla trekking trail used when trekking the only gorilla group in Mgahinga National Park.

2. Lake Mutanda Resort

Located on the shores of Lake Mutanda at the base of the Virunga mountains, this resort has one of the most beautiful and breathtaking views in the region. It’s a popular destination for hikers, bird lovers, and gorilla trackers.

It’s a wonderful lodge in a beautiful location, the hospitality is top-notch due to the friendly professional staff. It has a cozy restaurant offering great food and drinks. The resort has cottages stretching into the lake with private porches and ensuite bathrooms, it also has tent-like structures that are raised and furnished with well-polished wood creating a luxurious atmosphere.

It has single, twin and family rooms, hence can accommodate all kinds of people. The place is serene and great for those looking for a second planet on earth.

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Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is home to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - a Mountain Gorilla shelter that protects over half the remaining mountain gorilla population in the world. Other mountain gorilla parks include Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Uganda, Volcanoes National Park Rwanda and Virunga National Park Congo.

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