Gorilla Trekking In Africa: Best Tour Itineraries For 2025
Gorilla Trekking In Africa Overview & Tips
Gorilla trekking in Africa is a unique experience that allows travelers/tourists to watch mountain gorillas. The recommended destinations for gorilla trekking are Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of The Congo (DRC).
Tip 1: Secure Your Permit:
A gorilla trekking permit is required, prices vary by country, with Rwanda’s permits being the most expensive at $1,500, Uganda’s at $ 800, and Congo’s at $ 400.
Tip 2: Best Time to Visit:
The dry seasons (June to September and December to February) are generally the best times for trekking due to better trail conditions.
Tip 3: Guided Tours:
Treks are conducted in small groups led by experienced guides to ensure your safety.
Tip 4: Safety:
Tourists must maintain a 7-meter distance from the gorillas.
Tip 5: Choose Multiple Experiences:
Combine trekking with visits to local communities or cultural sites for a more comprehensive experience while in Africa.
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Top 3 Destinations For Gorilla Trekking In Africa
Rwanda
Gorilla Trekking In Volcanoes National Park Known for its relatively easier trekking conditions, this park is part of the Virunga Mountains.
Uganda
Gorilla Trekking experiences in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (with thick forests) and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Democratic Republic Of Congo
Gorilla Trekking In Virunga National Park, This park is the oldest national park in Africa and offers a chance to see gorillas in a less crowded setting.
Gorilla Trekking In Africa: Best Recommended Safari Tours
JimJam Safaris And Tours Offers unique affordable safaris. Embark on gorilla trekking in Rwanda for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness these incredible gentle giants up close while contributing to their preservation and sustainable tourism.
1-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Package and Cost
Visit Volcanoes National Park In Rwanda On this short and vibrant 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek Safari Tour
2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking In Volcanoes National Park
Embark on this friendly 2-day safari tour to Rwanda, Book your gorilla trekking permit at $1,500
3 Days Rwanda Cultural Tour and Gorilla Trekking
Book this affordable 3-day Rwanda Safari tour combining Gorillas and Cultural experience.
4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking Rwanda
The 4-day double gorilla trekking safari starts and ends in Kigali. This double gorilla trekking safari gives you double access to the mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park.
5 Days Rwanda Congo Double Gorilla Trekking
The 5 days Rwanda-Congo double gorilla trekking Safari starts and ends in Kigali Rwanda. During this 5 Days trip, you will explore two gorilla destinations: Volcanoes National Park and Kahuzi Biega National Park.
5 Days Rwanda Primates and City Tour
The Ultimate 5-day Rwanda safari includes activities like a City tour, Gorilla trekking, and Golden monkey trekking. You will experience a variety of primates during your safari.
7 Days Rwanda Safari (How to spend a week in Rwanda)
Classic 7 Days Rwanda Safari Visit Rwanda & spend a week in Rwanda. JimJam Safaris & Tours Africa Offers Tailored itineraries. You will experience Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Chimpanzee Tracking and Canopy Walk, a Boat cruise on Lake Kivu, and lastly Kigali City Tour.
9 Days Great Apes Of Uganda And Rwanda Unparalleled Tour
This 9-day Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda adventure starts in Entebbe and ends in Kigali. The trip covers 3 primate destinations: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale Forest, and Volcanoes. The trip will take you to Kibale Forest National Park which is the primate capital.
9 Days Rwanda Primates and Wildlife Adventure
The 9-day Rwanda Primates and Wildlife adventure starts and ends in Rwanda. It covers Rwanda’s 3 national parks: Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park, and Akagera National Park. The trip will take you to Volcanoes National Park for double gorilla trekking.
10 Days Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda
The trip will take you to Kibale Forest National Park which is famously known as the primate capital and while there, you will do chimpanzee habituation. The trip will take you to Bwindi impenetrable national park for single gorilla trekking. While at Bwindi, you will have fun meeting the mountain gorillas that share 99% of DNA with humans.
14 Days Rwanda Uganda and Tanzania Safari Tour
Your African Safari will start from Rwanda to Uganda and then Tanzania. You will explore the most-rated National Parks including Volcanoes National Park, Tarangire National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Serengeti National Park. Your 14-day scope Itinerary is for wildlife viewing and Experiences in East Africa.
15 Days Uganda and Congo Gorilla Trekking Experience
This adventure covers 2 gorilla destinations from 2 different countries, Uganda and Congo. This adventure will take you to Kahuzi Biega National Park in Congo for lowland gorilla trekking. Whenever we talk about Congo clients wonder if this part of Congo is safe and yes Kahuzi Biega National Park is safe for travelers.
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7 Days Uganda Safari From Kigali with Gorilla Trekking
The 7 days explore Rwanda & Uganda safari starts in Kigali and ends in Entebbe. The safari takes you to Bwindi impenetrable national park in western Uganda. This park has got over 340 mountain gorillas making it half of the mountain gorillas remaining in the world. The safari will continue to Queen Elizabeth famous for the Kazinga channel and many animal species including tree-climbing lions found in the Ishasha sector of the park.
10 Days Uganda Safari – Primates & Wildlife Adventure
The 10-day Uganda Safari primates and wildlife adventure starts and ends in Entebbe. It covers 2 primate destinations, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale Forest National Parks. The trip will take you to Murchison Falls National Park which is Uganda’s largest and most visited savannah national park. While there, you will take part in game drives, and a boat cruise, and you will hike to the bottom of the falls.
12 Days Uganda Wildlife & Gorilla Trekking Safari Itinerary
This itinerary includes 1 gorilla permit of $800 per person in the final cost. Our 12-day exclusive Uganda wildlife and gorilla safari starts and ends in Entebbe. It includes 1 gorilla permit of $800 per person in the final cost. This safari will take Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino tracking. Zziwa rhino sanctuary is a home to black and white Rhinos and this sanctuary was established mainly to protect these rhinos from danger and poachers.
11 DaysMasai Mara and Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga
The first day of the adventure will take you to Masai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game dive and a great time meeting the famous wild beasts and wildlife. The safari will continue to Lake Nakuru National Park which is famously known as “A beautiful wildlife haven” While there, you will enjoy the wide ecological diversity and varied habitats that range from Lake Nakuru.
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