Close-up of a black mountain gorilla sitting among green leaves during gorilla trekking in Uganda

Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tours and Safari Packages

Uganda gorilla trekking tours you can book

Every trip below is private, starts when you choose, and includes the gorilla permit, transport, lodge and guide in the price we quote. Our team has arranged 34 gorilla treks so far, and every client has seen the gorillas.

3-Day Uganda Gorilla SafariThe shortest route to Bwindi from Kampala or Entebbe 4-Day Luxury Gorilla and Chimpanzee SafariGorillas and chimpanzees with upmarket lodges 5-Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Lake Bunyonyi SafariA gorilla trek, game drives and a lake rest day 5-Day Bwindi and Lake Mburo AdventureGorillas plus zebra and a boat trip on the way back 7-Day Uganda Primates SafariGorillas in Bwindi and chimpanzees in Kibale 8-Day Uganda Wildlife and Gorilla SafariMurchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi 5-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla SafariTwo gorilla treks in two countries Ask for a gorilla trekking quoteTell us your dates and group size; we check permit availability

New to gorilla trekking? Read our complete guide to gorilla trekking in Uganda first, then check permit costs and booking.

Uganda Gorilla & Primate Guides: Every Trekking Guide in One Place

Family profiles, sectors, permits, fitness rules and chimpanzee tracking — every Afraeka guide on Uganda’s primates, grouped so you can find the one you need. New to Uganda gorilla trekking? Start with our complete guide to gorilla trekking in Uganda.

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16gorilla families

4Bwindi sectors

Gorilla families & sectors

Bwindi sectors & families

Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga, Nkuringo and every habituated family

Buhoma Sector Gorilla Trekking: The Complete Guide Ruhija Sector Gorilla Trekking: Bwindi’s Highland Sector Guide Nkuringo Sector Gorilla Trekking: How Difficult Is It Really? Rushaga Gorilla Families: The Complete List and Trekking Guide Mubare Gorilla Group: Bwindi’s First Habituated Family Habinyanja Gorilla Family: Trekking Guide to Buhoma’s Forest People Nshongi Gorilla Family: Rushaga’s Founding Habituated Group Bitukura Gorilla Family: Ruhija’s Highland Group Oruzogo Gorilla Family: Ruhija’s Lively Highland Group Kahungye Gorilla Family: Rushaga’s Second-Generation Group Bweza Gorilla Family: Rushaga’s Cohesive Offshoot Mishaya Gorilla Family: Rushaga’s First Nshongi Offshoot Busingye Gorilla Family: Rushaga’s Wide-Ranging Group Kutu Gorilla Family: Rushaga’s Compact Kahungye Offshoot Bushaho Gorilla Family: Rushaga’s Newest Habituated Group Nyakagezi Gorilla Family: Mgahinga’s Border-Crossing Group

Booking, permits & trek-day logistics

Booking & permits

How to book, availability, sold-out dates, refunds

How to Book a Gorilla Trekking Permit Online Gorilla Permit Availability: Sold-Out Dates and Last-Minute Permits Gorilla Permit Refund Policy for Illness in Uganda Gorilla Trekking Minimum Age Uganda: The UWA 15-Year Rule Gorilla Trekking for Seniors Over 60: What to Expect in Uganda Gorilla Trekking Fitness Level Required: An Honest Guide Gorilla Trekking Rules and Regulations: The UWA Guide Gorilla Trekking Gear Rental Buhoma: What You Can Hire Gorilla Trekking in the Rain: What to Expect in Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Day Trip from Kisoro: What to Expect Gorilla Trekking Sedan Chair Booking: A Complete Guide Gorilla Trekking Tips for First Timers: What to Know Gorilla Trekking Two Days in a Row: Is It Worth It? How Long Does a Gorilla Trek Take? Realistic Timings What Happens on a Gorilla Trekking Day: An Honest Walkthrough Why Wear Gardening Gloves for Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi? Chance of Seeing Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Planning essentials: permits, timing, kit & health

Plan, pack & stay safe

Permit costs, the best months, sectors, what to wear, cameras, porters and health

Gorilla Permits Uganda: Costs, Booking and Tips Best Time for Gorilla Trekking in Uganda: Monthly Guide Best Bwindi Gorilla Sector: Which Is Right for You? Bwindi vs Mgahinga Gorilla Trekking Compared What to Wear for Gorilla Trekking in Uganda Best Boots for Steep, Muddy Gorilla Treks in Bwindi Best Camera Lens for Gorilla Photography in Bwindi Gorilla Photography Settings: Camera Tips for Bwindi Hiring a Porter in Bwindi: Cost and What They Do Malaria Risk in Bwindi: What Gorilla Trekkers Should Know Medical Evacuation Insurance for Uganda Gorilla Trekking Bwindi and the DRC Border: Safety Guide Kigali to Bwindi Border Crossing Guide

Chimpanzee & other primate tracking

Chimps, golden monkeys & more

Kibale, Budongo, Kyambura, Kalinzu, Ngamba, Mgahinga

Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking: Guide to Uganda’s Primate Capital Chimpanzee Habituation Experience Kibale: Full-Day Guide Kibale Chimpanzee Permit Availability: When to Book and Why Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Trekking: The Complete Guide Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee Tracking: The Complete Guide Kalinzu Forest Chimpanzee Tracking: The Complete Guide Ngamba Island: Guide to Uganda’s Chimpanzee Sanctuary Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga: The Complete Guide Other Primates in Kibale Forest: A Complete Guide Chimpanzee Trekking Age Limit in Uganda: 12 for Tracking, 15 for Habituation What to Wear for Chimpanzee Trekking: A Complete Guide Chimpanzee Trekking Difficulty Level: An Honest Guide Chimpanzee Trekking with Kids: A Family Planning Guide Kibale Night Forest Walk: A Complete Guide

Comparisons & planning from abroad

Which trek, which country

Uganda vs Rwanda vs DRC, gorillas vs chimps, primate-focused itineraries

Gorilla Habituation Experience vs Standard Trekking in Uganda: Which Is Right for You? Gorilla Trekking Uganda vs DRC 2026 – The Ultimate Cost, Safety & Experience Guide Gorilla Trekking in Uganda vs Rwanda: Price and Value Compared Kibale vs Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee Trekking Chimpanzee Trekking vs Gorilla Trekking: Which Is Better? 7 Day Uganda Primate Trek with Rwanda Akagera Game Drive Extension Primate Safari Uganda 7 Days: A Complete Route Guide Uganda Primate Safari Itinerary 10 Days: The Complete Route Uganda Safari from the USA: Flights, Visa Rules and How to Plan Uganda Safari from the UK: Direct Flights, Visa Rules and How to Plan Uganda Safari from Canada: Flights, Visa Rules and How to Plan

More gorilla & primate guides

The Complete Guide to Gorilla Trekking in UgandaStart here: permits, parks, fitness and planning Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp Reviews: The Ultimate Guide to Bwindi’s Premier Tented Camp Ultimate 11 Day Uganda Gorillas and Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Combination Package Ultimate 7 Day Rwanda Genocide Memorial and Uganda Gorilla Trek Tour Schimpansen Trekking Uganda – Top 5 Orte & Preise 6 Day Gorilla and Golden Monkey Safari: The Complete Route 6 Day Uganda Primates Safari: Chimps, Gorillas and Golden Monkeys 4 Day Bwindi Gorilla Habituation Experience: Itinerary & Cost Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge Review: The Honest Verdict Best Lodges in Bwindi Impenetrable National ParkWhere to stay, sector by sector Top Luxury Eco Lodges in Bwindi Lodges Near Buhoma Sector, Bwindi

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Uganda gorilla trekking: where to start

Uganda gorilla trekking takes place in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Bwindi has four trekking sectors, and each sector has its own habituated gorilla families.

If you are new to the subject, read our complete guide to gorilla trekking in Uganda first, then choose a sector with our sector comparison.

Uganda gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Planning your trek

Permits are date-specific, so book early for busy months. See gorilla permits in Uganda, the best time to go and the minimum age rule in our age guide.

Rules, fees and availability are set by the Uganda Wildlife Authority, so check the current position before you pay.

How Afraeka helps

We arrange your permits, lodges and transfers for your exact dates. Browse our Uganda safari packages or request a free quote and we will match you to the right sector and permit.