Gorilla Trekking

Africa is home to the three best countries in the world for a gorilla safari. Uganda, Rwanda and Congo have made a name for themselves in the safari industry as the leading destinations for travellers seeking gorilla treks through untamed, pristine rainforests in search of these elusive primates. The experience of encountering mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is said to be a life-changing and eye-opening moment that has become an unforgettable memory for all who have had the privilege to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

With unmatched up-close encounters, gorilla treks are a must-see for animal-lovers and avid safari-goers. Here are our favourite gorilla safari tours in Africa:

1. Chimps, Wildlife & Gorillas in Uganda
Duration: 7 Days | Countries: 1 | Destinations: 2

A Ugandan gorilla spotted on a primate tour touching some vegetation on a pathway | Go2Africa — A successful gorilla trekking safari | Bwindi Lodge

A week on a Uganda safari is just about enough time to experience the magic of the country’s rainforest, gorges and lush savannah. This 7-day itinerary sees you flying into Kasese from the capital city of Entebbe before spending four days in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Here, you’ll track chimpanzees and spot some of your favourite African wildlife on game drives. You’ll then be transferred to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – a tropical forest wonderland filled with dramatic landscapes and majestic wildlife. Naturally, it’s in Bwindi’s pristine forest that you’ll get the life-changing opportunity to encounter the four known habituated gorilla families that live in the mountains.

Highlights:

Chimpanzee trekking in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Spectacular views of the Rwenzori Mountains
Boating on the Kazinga Channel
Dedicated private guide throughout your trip
Visit the local community centres & Batwa villages
Spot the pride of tree-climbing lions in Ishasha

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2. Visit All the Safari Hotspots in Tanzania & Uganda
Duration: 14 Days | Countries: 3 | Destinations: 6

A small amount of red wall and a balcony extending from Chameleon Hills Lodge in Uganda overlook a large body of water and over to mountains beyond | Go2Africa — Gorgeous lake and volcano views | Chameleon Hill Lodge

This spectacular 14-day trip sees you enjoying some of the best safari activities East Africa has to offer. Your adventure starts with a bang in Uganda’s equatorial rainforests, where you find yourself trekking through lush greenery and steep mountains to encounter the gorilla families who inhabit the region. The fun continues on Rubondo Island, where you days are filled with exciting animal sightings of chimps, elephant and giraffe. On the fifth day of the trip, you swap the forest landscape for the rolling savannah of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Both these destinations offer unforgettable moments like witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration and exploring the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.

Highlights:

Visit some of East Africa’s most popular wildlife destinations
Fantastic photography opportunities for keen photographers
Spot the Big 5 in the Serengeti
Small, intimate safari lodges throughout – ideal for couples & honeymooners
Explore the exclusive Rubondo Island & trek for habituated chimpanzees
See the Ngorongoro Crater – the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera
Witness the annual Wildebeest Migration in season (July to October)

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3. Adventure Through Uganda’s Lush Forests
Duration: 9 Days | Countries: 1 | Destinations: 5

A young primate pictured climbing along branches | Go2Africa — Spotted on a gorilla safari tour in Uganda | Bwindi Lodge

Experience the best of Uganda with exciting wildlife encounters on this 9-day safari adventure. Your trip kicks off in the jungle of Kibale Forest, where you’ll aid chimpanzee researchers in observing these intelligent, acrobatic primates in their natural habitat. From here, you’ll head off to the popular Queen Elizabeth National park for some classic safari game viewing on land and water. The highlight of your trip takes place in the famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Here, you’ll have the chance-of-a-lifetime experience of tracking the mountain gorillas of Uganda with a professional guide. Your adventure ends with one final night in Lake Mburo National Park – perfect for a relaxed yet exciting night drive through the plains in search of nocturnal animals.

Highlights:

Explore the energetic city of Entebbe
Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest
Classic safari experience in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Spot the tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha Plains
Cruise down the Kazinga Channel
Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at the Uganda Equator Line