Gorilla Trekking

Gorilla Trekking with Superfine Safaris

Superfine Safaris is a reliable gorilla trekking agency in Africa.  Be part of  our gorilla trekking safaris to Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo at pocket-friendly rates. We offer tailor-made gorilla safaris and tours allowing you to meet up with endangered gorillas in their natural habitats. Our gorilla tours sessions take place in four gorilla national parks which are Bwindi Impenetrable Forest/Mgahinga Gorilla National parks in Uganda, Volcanoes National park in Rwanda, and Virunga National park in DRC. Gorilla trekking in Virunga park is currently on halt due to security threats by rebel groups who reside there. However, travelers to Congo can be part of our guided Eastern lowland gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National park which is open and safe for tourism.

For short-time travelers, we offer a 1-day gorilla tour to Uganda and a 1 day Rwanda gorilla trek to Volcanoes National Park. Our short-day gorilla tours require you to be in the park or near the park. to avoid getting late for pre gorilla trekking briefing at the start of the day. All our 1-day gorilla trips start and end in Kigali Rwanda. If you have ample time, we design a long safari of 20 days gorilla and wildlife safari which entail gorilla trekking, game viewing, chimpanzee trekking, forest walks, boat cruising, and cultural tours all in one trip. You are required to book gorilla permits in Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo as early as possible, roughly six months prior to travel since they normally sell out in the last days. Our reservation team and driver guides ensure you get the best gorilla trekking tour worth the penny. Superfine Safaris offers tailormade gorilla trekking packages at affordable rates

About Gorilla Trekking Parks

Gorilla trekking takes place in four National parks.  You, therefore, have to visit any one of the four parks to see these endangered primates. You can also do double gorilla trekking in two or more parks. Our 4 Days of double gorilla trekking offer you the chance to trek gorillas in Volcanoes Park and Bwindi forest parks. Double gorilla trekking offers you accurate gorilla comparisons and extended time (2 hours) with the gorillas.

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest

Sheltering over 450 mountain gorillas, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is a prime gorilla trekking destination in Africa. The jungle forest is home to half of the world's total gorilla population. The park is divided into 4 regions i.e Buhoma in the north, Ruhija in the East, Rushaga, and Nkuringo in the south. Altogether, Bwindi Forest has over 20 gorilla families habituated and ready for visitors. The gorilla groups in the Bwindi forest include Nkuringo, Kyaguliro, Habinyanja, Kyaguliro, Mubare, Kutu, Rwigi, Mishaya, Katwe, Christmas, Bweza, Oruzogo, Bweza, Muyambi, Bitukura, Mukiza, Bushaho, Nshongi, Bikyingi, Mucunguzi, and Kahungye gorilla groups.  Travelers have a chance to choose which gorilla family they would want to visit. Each permit to trek gorillas in the Bwindi forest costs $700 for foreign nonresidents, $600 for foreign residents, and UGX 250,000 for East African citizens.  The high number of gorilla permits in Bwindi Forest gives many travelers a chance to see the endangered primates.

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National park

Located in northwestern Rwanda, Volcanoes National Park is second after Bwindi in sheltering the high number of Mountain Gorillas. Volcanoes National park is popular for its luxury gorilla trekking safaris at $1500 each permit. Also, the park is located roughly 3 hours' drive from Kigali International Airport which makes it the most accessible gorilla park in Africa. If you have limited time and would want to see the endangered gorillas, Volcanoes is the best place for you.  The park contains 10 gorilla families available for trekking and these are Hirwa, Amahoro, Agashya, Ugenda, Umubano, Karisimbi, Susa A, Sabyinyo, Titus, and Pablo gorilla groups.  You can combine your Rwanda gorilla trekking trip with other wildlife experiences in the park such as golden monkey trekking, Mt Karisimbi/Bisoke hiking, bird watching, and visiting the Musanze caves.

Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National park

Mgahinga gorilla park is home to the one and only Nykagyezi gorilla family habituated for trekking.  The Nyakagyezi family entails over 16 members headed by Mark the dominant silverback. Initially, the Nyakagyezi family would cross to the neighboring Virunga in Congo which makes trekking a bit difficult. However, the gorilla family is now fully settled in Mgahinag gorilla Park and is available for trekking. Each day, there are 8 gorilla permits issued to trek the Nyakagyezi gorilla group.  The gorilla trekking add-ons in Mgahinga Gorilla National park include Volcano climbing (Gahinga, Sabinyo, Muhabura), bird watching, and Batwa cultural trail among others.

Gorilla Trekking in Virunga National park Congo

Gorilla trips to Virunga National Park are still on halt! The closure of the park is due to civil conflicts and rebel attacks in the park. However, We shall keep you posted once the park reopens for tourism.  The park hosts over 200 mountain gorillas habituated into 8 families. These are Mapuwa, Kabirizi, Kyaguliro, Bageni, Humba, Nyakamwe, Lulengo, and Rugendo gorilla groups. Trekking gorillas in Virunga National park costs $400 allowing you to spend an hour with the endangered gorillas. Superfine Safaris is at your service to book and reserve all gorilla trekking safaris in Africa

Featured Gorilla Trekking Safaris for 2023

 

1 Day Uganda Gorilla Tour

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Book a 1 Day Uganda gorilla tour starting from Kigali Rwanda to Bwindi Forest National park with Superfine Safaris. Fly into Rwanda and trek gorillas in Uganda on our one-day Uganda gorilla trek. Read More

2 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek

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This 2 Days Rwanda gorilla tour takes you to Volcanoes National park in northwestern Rwanda. Trek one of the 10 Rwanda gorilla families on this 2 Days Rwanda gorilla trek with Superfine Safaris. Read More

5 Days  Gorillas & Chimps

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The 5 Days Uganda primate safari to trek gorillas in Bwindi Forest and Chimps in Kibale Forest. The trip offers you the best primate encounter in their natural habitats with Superfine Safaris. Read More

2 Days Uganda gorilla tour

2 Days Gorilla Trek Uganda

The 2 Day Uganda gorilla trip to Bwindi Forest starts and ends in Kigali Rwanda. Trek Uganda gorillas from Rwanda on our 2 Days Uganda gorilla tour with Superfine Safaris. Fly into Kigali and trek gorillas in Uganda. Read More

3 Days Congo Gorilla Tour

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Join our 3-Day Congo gorilla trek to Virunga gorilla National park with Superfine Safaris. Virunga park is home to 8 gorilla families available for trekking every day. Buy a Congo gorilla permit at $450 and enjoy this gorilla trekking experience. Read More

4 Days Double Gorilla Safari

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Book a 4 Day gorilla safari to Rwanda and Uganda for a double gorilla trekking experience. Trek gorillas two times in Volcanoes National Park and Bwindi Forest for comparisons and memorable gorilla encounters with Superfine Safaris. Read More