Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Face to face with mountain gorillas in Uganda's ancient rainforest
What to Expect
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to roughly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas, and trekking to see them is, for most travellers, the single reason they come to Uganda. This itinerary is built around that one encounter — a guided trek through dense, ancient rainforest alongside experienced trackers, culminating in a permitted hour observing a habituated gorilla family at close range. We keep the rest of the trip simple and well-paced around it: a day to settle in near the park, the trek itself, and time to rest and reflect afterward before heading out.
Day by Day
Arrival and transfer to Bwindi
Travel to the park area and settle in ahead of the trek, with a briefing on what to expect.
Gorilla trekking day
An early start, a guided trek through the forest with trackers, and an hour with a habituated gorilla family.
Departure
A relaxed morning before heading back, with the option to extend into a nearby safari.
Trip Highlights
- One permitted hour with a mountain gorilla family
- Experienced local guides and trackers
- Forest walks through Bwindi's ancient canopy
- Easily extended into a Queen Elizabeth or Murchison safari
Pricing depends on group size, season, and accommodation level — share your dates and we'll confirm a quote for this itinerary.
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