Gorilla Expeditions in Africa

Uganda is known as the Pearl of Africa and this is because of its natural attractions. The gorillas have attracted large numbers of tourists to Uganda. Gorilla trekking is quite adventurous but something not to take for granted. It has its own challenges and you must be well prepared to discover them in their natural setting.

As you plan to go on a gorilla safari in Uganda, don’t think about coming with your family for a luxurious moment. This kind of tour involves you walking through the dense forests, steep slopes, mud, and unexpected rain that can drop at any time. This is frustrating although fun filling at the discovery of the charming animals.

Before you head out for your gorilla trekking safari, there are rules and regulations to follow. Gorillas must be given enough respect and you are not supposed to throw rubbish anywhere in their environment.

Going on a gorilla safari in Uganda will give you a chance to see the giant primates that look so close to humans. These take up 97% of our genes.

Why Go on A Gorilla Safari in Uganda

There are several reasons why you should visit Uganda:

Experience Gorilla Safaris

Uganda is home to approximately half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas left in the whole world. A recent gorilla census puts the total population of the mountain gorillas to about 1005 individuals left in two habitats; the Virunga Mountains and the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. We take you for unrivaled gorilla safaris in both Bwindi and the Virunga Mountains.

There are 15 habituated gorilla families that can be visited by tourists in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and one in Mgahinga National Park situated in Virunga Mountains.

Primate Safari Experiences

More so, Uganda protects other primates like chimpanzees and it’s believed that Kibale National Park offers the best chimpanzee trekking in Africa! Other destinations where you can encounter Chimpanzees in Uganda include Toro- Semliki Game reserve, Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Budongo Forest. Other primates you can encounter in Uganda include Golden Monkeys, found in Mgahinga National Park, Black and white colobus monkeys, and Baboons among others.

Amazing Wildlife Safaris

Visit Uganda for wildlife safaris in the savanna parks like Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Semuliki National Park, and Kidepo Valley National Park. Book your Uganda safari with the Gorilla Expeditions. We have 4×4 comfortable safari vehicles with pop up for clear viewing and excellent photography while on your wild safari in Uganda’s national parks.

Don’t Miss Cultural Safari Experiences

The hospitality of the Ugandan people cannot be underestimated. Ugandans are welcoming people and willing to stay with visitors. Ugandans are kind and willing to offer warm experiences to all visitors. Experience the unique cultures, music, dance, and drama performed in different regions of Uganda.

Finally, Uganda is still untouched by mass tourism! You will enjoy your safari without the crowd!

Bwindi Gorilla Safaris

Bwindi is the leading gorilla trekking destination in Uganda priding on four gorilla trekking sectors; the Nkuringo sector, the Buhoma sector, the Ruhija sector, and the Rushaga sector.

All gorilla trekking permits are sold on a sector basis, not on a park basis. There is no permit for trekking gorillas in Bwindi impenetrable national park, rather there are permits for trekking gorillas in a specific sector of Bwindi impenetrable national park.

Each sector has its own advantages. Buhoma is the most popular gorilla trekking sector in Bwindi. It is therefore often hard to find gorilla trekking permits for this sector during the peak months of July, August, September, December, and January.

The Ruhija sector is the second most popular sector after the Buhoma sector. One of the main reasons that make the Ruhija sector one of the most popular gorilla trekking sectors of Bwindi is accessibility. It is very easy to connect to Kabale and Lake Bunyonyi as well as Rwanda from the Ruhija sector. The sector is also popular for short and tough gorilla treks.

Mgahinga Gorilla Safaris

Mgahinga is the smallest national park in Uganda with only one habituated gorilla family. Unlike Bwindi impenetrable national park that is divided into four gorilla trekking sectors, Mgahinga only has one habituated gorilla family.

There is therefore no need of specifying a sector when booking gorilla trekking permits in Mgahinga gorilla national park.

Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga is not as popular as gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park partly because the park only has one habituated family and on top of that, Mgahinga has a bad history of tourists failing to see gorillas even after trekking for a full day.

However, the narrative of failing to see gorillas in Mgahinga changed since the Nyakagezi family became permanent residents in Uganda. You can now encounter the mountain gorillas in Mgahinga every day without fear of wasting your time simply walking through the bamboo forest.