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Where to See Gorillas: the 15 Best Gorilla Treks

102 tours  ·  from $150 a head

One hour with a habituated family, eight people per family per day, and a permit that dwarfs every other cost. The 15 below compare Bwindi, Mgahinga and Volcanoes park on permit price, forest and how much walking to expect.

3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda - Day 2: The gorilla trek in Bwindi
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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

1.3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

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

Review of Uganda’s 3-day gorilla trek from Kampala, with Bwindi, Batwa culture, Lake Bunyonyi, costs, timing, and practical advice.

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

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 2: Murchison’s animals and the boat to the falls
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking Safari

5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 2: Kyambura Gorge and the Kazinga Channel
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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

3.5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $2,171

Review of Uganda’s 5-day chimp and gorilla safari, with Queen Elizabeth wildlife, Bwindi trekking, Lake Bunyonyi, costs, tips, and practical advice.

“We were a group of four friends, and this 5-day safari with Home to Africa was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we were picked up in Entebbe, every detail was well-organized and seamless. The team went above and beyonRead more”

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3-Day Tour to Uganda - Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest - Day two: entering Bwindi’s steep rainforest
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3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

4.3-Day Tour to Uganda – Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest

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

Review of Uganda’s 3-day Bwindi gorilla trek, Lake Bunyonyi stay, transport, costs, fitness needs, meals, and booking advice.

“Amazing experience. You have a lot of time with the Gorillas and it honestly is something special. Lake bunyoni afterwards was a nice change of pace coming from Kampala. Everything was well arranged and the driver was very skilled.”

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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari - Day one: Equator stop, Queen Elizabeth, and the Kazinga Channel
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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

5.4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

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

Review of Uganda’s 4-day gorilla trek and wildlife safari, with Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi, practical tips, value, and drawbacks.

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

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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda - Day 2: Walking through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

6.Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

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

Review of a private three-day Uganda gorilla safari with Bwindi trekking, Batwa visit, airport transfers, meals, costs, and practical advice.

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

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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking - Day 1: Rhinos before the Nile
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8-Day Murchison Falls, Chimp and Epic Gorilla Trekking

3 Day Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park via Kigali - Day 2: The Bwindi gorilla trek
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3 Day Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park via Kigali

8.3 Day Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park via Kigali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $1,940

Review of Bamboo Ecotours’ 3-day Kigali to Bwindi gorilla trek, with border tips, pricing, fitness advice, itinerary details, and optional golden monkeys.

“When we decided we wanted to take a gorilla trekking safari, I talked with a close friend who used Bamboo Ecotours several months earlier. He had nothing but good things to say about the entire experience, thus we decided to use BambRead more”

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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari - Days 2 and 3: Rhinos, Nile wildlife, and Murchison Falls
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15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

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

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

Review of Uganda’s 15-day private safari with gorilla and chimp trekking, Big Five sightings, Murchison Falls, Bwindi, and Lake Mburo.

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

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1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour In The Volcanoes National Park - The road to Volcanoes National Park
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1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour In The Volcanoes National Park

3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience - Day 1: From Kampala to the Bwindi forest
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3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

11.3-Day Gorillas trekking and Batwa Experience

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

Review of Uganda’s 3-day gorilla trek and Batwa experience, with private transport, meals, lodging, itinerary details, costs, and practical advice.

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

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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek - Day 2: The gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
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5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

12.5 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek

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

Review of Uganda’s 5-day gorilla, wildlife, and chimp trek, including Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Kalinzu Forest, costs, fitness, and practical tips.

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

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2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali - Where you sleep near or inside Bwindi
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2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali

From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda - The 3:00 AM departure from Kigali
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From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

14.1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

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

Review of a one-day gorilla trek from Kigali to Uganda, covering permits, border crossing, costs, guides, fitness, transport, and what to expect.

“Everything was perfectly organized. The team arranged all the permits in advance, so we could relax and enjoy the experience. On the day of the trek, we were picked up in Kigali and driven smoothly to the destination in Uganda. Border crossing was easy, and all guides and staff were incredibly friendly and professional. Seeing the gorillas up close was absolutely breathtaking. A once-in-a-lifetime moment we’ll never forget!”

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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Its Forest Life
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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

15.3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $1,810

Review of a 3-day Uganda gorilla trek from Kigali, with Bwindi, Batwa culture, Lake Bunyonyi, costs, logistics, and practical advice.

“From the moment I was picked up in Kigali I felt safe and taken care of. In addition to the gorilla tracking I was able to visit several attractions in Rwanda and Uganda. I was traveling solo so my driver/guide Farouk tailored my trip based on my intRead more”

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