Gorilla Safaris in Uganda & Rwanda – Top Tours & Packages
Maranatha Tours and Travel offers you customized budget gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, rewarding you with the best gorilla encounter. Our guided gorilla tours take you deep into the jungle homes, which are Bwindi Forest National Park, home to half of the world’s total gorilla population, with 20 gorilla families habituated for trekking.
Uganda gorilla safaris also take you to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park to see the one and only Nyakagyezi gorilla family. The gorilla groups in Uganda include Mubare, Rushegura, Bikyingi, Habinyanja, Kutu, Mishaya, Rwigi, Kyaguriro, Bwengye, Posho, Christmas, Busingye, Oruzogo, Nkuringo, Katwe, Bweza, Nshongi, and Mucunguzi gorilla families, among others.
Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda cost $800 for foreign nonresidents, $700 for foreign residents and UGX 300,000 for East African residents. Maranatha Tours and Travel is a reliable tour agency to book and reserve Uganda gorilla permits
In addition, Maranatha Tours and Travel offers you customized Rwanda gorilla tours to Volcanoes National Park located in northwestern Rwanda. Mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park are habituated into 10 gorilla families, which are Hirwa, Karisimbi, Amahoro, Pablo, Titus, Susa A, Umubano and Agashya gorilla groups. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda costs $1500, making it a luxury gorilla safari destination
Top National Parks to visit for Gorilla Safaris in Africa
The best parks to visit for gorilla safaris and tours include the lush montane forest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in southwestern Uganda.
Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda and the Virunga National Park in eastern DR Congo.
These 4 pristine National Parks offer refuge to mountain gorillas that today account for about 1063 individuals in the world.
2025 Featured Gorilla Safaris & Tour Packages in Uganda & Rwanda
Go gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable national park and have a thrilling cultural walk to Batwa people.
The 5-day gorilla & wildlife safari involves gorilla trekking in Bwindi & wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth N.P.
12 Days Uganda Rwanda Safari. Enjoy a double gorilla trekking safari in Uganda and Rwanda in Bwindi &Volcanoes
2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari – Gorilla Safaris Congo. Go gorilla trekking in Congo on this Gorilla safari
This 3 days Bwindi Gorilla safari begins and ends within Kigali, Rwanda and obviously takes a shorter time..
3 Day Gorilla Tracking Tour – Congo Gorilla Safari Adventure.On this tour,you will trek the mountain gorillas
On this 4 Day double gorilla trek in Rwanda, You will trek the gorillas in volcanoes National Park Rwanda
4 Days Kahuzi Biega Lowland Gorillas – Congo Gorilla Tours.On this gorilla safari,you will go gorilla trekking
7 Day Uganda Safari – Gorilla Safari Tours. Enjoy gorilla & Chimp trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable and Kibale
How much is a gorilla permit (Uganda, Rwanda & Congo)?
All gorilla safaris to Uganda, Rwanda and Congo require trekkers to have permits. A permit for gorilla trekking in Uganda costs USD800, in Rwanda $1500 and in the D.R. Congo, visitors are charged USD 400 per person.
Best Time to go for Gorilla Safaris in Uganda, Rwanda & Congo
The best time to travel for gorilla safaris in Africa, particularly Uganda, Rwanda and Congo is around the peak dry season.
The peak dry months to enjoy excellent gorilla trekking adventure fall around June, July, August to September. The other phase of dry season begins from December, January to February.
While the peak dry months come with favorable weather conditions, there is also a chance to travel during the off-months or low season, especially for budget travelers or backpacker gorilla trekkers.
The low or off-months occur in the months of March, April, May, October to November. These are months with low visitor turn up but often come with discounted offers from accommodation.
What should you pack for Uganda, Rwanda and Congo gorilla tours
Only pack essentials for your gorilla safari in Uganda, Rwanda or Congo. Keep it light and here is list of essentials to include; waterproof hiking boots, a good camera with no flashlight, a daypack, and long-sleeved shirts.
Additional items include a valid gorilla permit, a safari hat, a sweater, a rain jacket, insect repellent, first-aid kit, and more.
Overall, gorilla safaris and tours in Africa are best enjoyed in Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo. Book your gorilla trip with Maranatha Tours and Travel, and be guaranteed of unmatched thrill in the jungles.