Best Gorilla Tours in Uganda, Rwanda & Congo
Book and enjoy the best gorilla tours of 2024 in Uganda, Rwanda and Congo with Maranatha Tours and Travel, the reliable silverback gorilla tour agent in Africa. Over the years, gorilla tours have been ranked as the top wildlife experience in Africa, the top bucket list and a dream come true for most travelers on African trips to Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
An encounter with the endangered mountain gorillas reward travelers with a magical feeling that lasts for a lifetime. Gorilla trekking tours offer you chance for a closer encounter with the endangered mountain gorillas, man’s close relatives whose social behaviors are similar to those of people
Uganda shelters the highest number of mountain gorillas (over half of the world’s total population) hence the prime gorilla tours destination in the world. Rwanda offers the most expensive gorilla safaris at $1500 permit which make it the best luxury gorilla safari destination while the Democratic Republic of Congo offers the cheapest gorilla tours at $450 per permit.
Gorilla trekking is undeniably every primate lover’s bucket list experience that encompasses spending an hour with the endangered primates in the dense forests of Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The entire idea of walking through dense jungles and the golden opportunity of spending quality time with a gorilla group under the watchful eye of the huge silverback makes gorilla safaris one of the most sought-after trips in the African continent.
At Silverback Gorilla Tour, we make your gorilla safaris experience more exciting by working with smart and knowledgeable driver guides, hotels and lodges to ensure amazing gorilla encounters. We have a fleet of 4×4 wheel safari vehicles which guarantee you safe and comfortable movements to, within and from different travel destinations in East and central Africa.
Our gorilla tours are combined with other wildlife experiences such as wildlife viewing, Chimp treks, golden monkey tracking, mountain climbing, and City tours among others are also included. These gorilla safaris are mainly conducted in three beautiful African countries.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Best Gorilla Tours and Safari Packages 2024
The most sought-after 2 days Rwanda gorilla trekking Tour is a night/2 days trip in Volcanoes National Park offering the unsurpassed opportunity of trekking one of the 12 habituated gorilla groups. Read More
1-day Rwanda Gorilla Safari in Volcanoes National Park starting and ending in Kigali. You will be picked from your hotel in Kigali very early in the morning by 4:30 am, it’s possible to catch an early breakfast. Read More
This 1 Day Kigali City tour of Rwanda is an orientation of Kigali City the capital of Rwanda. Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel after your breakfast. Read More
3 Days Gorilla Safari to Volcanoes National Park on a day trek with the gorillas and another with the golden monkeys – an endangered monkey species that is so playful and endemic to the Virunga mountain ranges. Read More
3 Days Chimpanzee Tracking in Nyungwe is one of the best short Rwanda tours designed mainly to introduce you to the lush Nyungwe Forest National Park. Read More
4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari & Mount Bisoke hike offers you the best of Rwanda gorilla trekking and Bisoke hiking experience while in Volcanoes National Park, Northwest. Read More
5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour and chimpanzee tracking safari take you to Rwanda’s best primate destinations to see mountain gorillas and chimpanzees while in their natural environment. Read More
7 Days Rwanda Gorilla and Wildlife Safari is one of the exceptional long Rwanda safari packages uniquely designed to reward you with unforgettable wildlife and primate encounters in the wild. Read More
10 Days Rwanda Safari Akagera National Park, Volcanoes National Park for Golden monkey tracking and transfer to Lake Kivu Read More
3 Days Uganda Gorilla Tour in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP) is a gorilla trekking safari offering you a great opportunity to enjoy face-to-face interaction with the massive mountain gorillas. Read More
3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari is amazingly one of the unusual short Uganda wildlife tour packages worth booking. This tour offer introduces you to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Read More
4 Days Uganda Gorilla & Wildlife Tour is an exceptional short Uganda safari taking you through a thrilling Mountain Gorilla Trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Read More
5 Days Uganda Gorilla and Wildlife Safari offers the best Guided game viewing experience in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park. Read More
6 Days Uganda safari is an exceptional Gorilla trekking and wildlife tour package taking you to explore the iconic Uganda Safari destinations in the Western & Southwestern Safari Circuits in Uganda. Read More
7 days Uganda Primate Safari includes gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, and wildlife viewing. These 7 days Uganda safari also offers the best cultural encounter in Uganda. Read More
8 days Uganda Primates Safari offers the best of Primate Trekking experiences. This Uganda Primate Tour covers Primate Adventures such as Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale. Read More
10 Days Uganda Rwanda safari is one of the best-combined tour packages uniquely crafted for you to explore the best of Uganda safari and Rwanda gorilla trekking tours. Read More
12 Days Uganda Rwanda wildlife safari is one of the best long safaris you should consider a must to book. This tour package introduces important wildlife safari parks in Uganda and Rwanda. Read More
15 Day Uganda Rwanda Safari takes you to the best national park through Uganda and Rwanda. This safari trip starts from Rwanda and Ends in Uganda. Read More
3 Days Lowland Gorilla Tour is one of the best budget Congo gorilla safaris set for you to explore Kahuzi-Biega National Park. The package covers mainly Eastern Lowland Gorillas. Read More
3 Days Nyiragongo Volcano Hike takes you through an unforgettable hiking safari experience to historical Nyiragongo Mountain. Mt. Nyiragongo is, without a doubt, one of the very few most powerful volcanoes. Read More
5 Days Rwanda Gorilla trek & lowland gorilla trekking in Congo is an exceptional mountain gorilla trekking safari and lowland gorilla tracking adventure you shouldn’t miss. Read More
4 Days Uganda Rwanda Gorilla Trek is a gorilla trekking safari to the 2 most popular gorilla safari countries; Uganda & Rwanda. This gorilla safari takes you to Bwindi National Park. Read More
5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes national park and Nyiragongo lava lake hiking tour in Congo. This tour starts and ends in Kigali. Read More
Gorilla Tours Uganda
Gorilla tours in Uganda are so far the most magical conducted in Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks in the southwest of the East African country. The Pearl of Africa shelters the highest number of mountain gorillas, totaling over 500 hence making it the number one pick for Gorilla safaris.
A total of about 21 gorilla groups are habituated in the two places, meaning profusely 168 gorilla permits can be sold every single day. For only $700 per person, permits can be purchased from Uganda Wildlife Authority. Learn More
Gorilla Tours Rwanda
Gorilla tours in Rwanda are only available within Volcanoes National Park, in the northwest of the country. This Protected Area was established in 1925 and presently offers up to 12 habituated gorilla families for trekking hence 96 permits are obtainable every day.
Each Rwanda gorilla permit costs$1500 issued by Rwanda Development Board. You can as well both with us at Maranatha Tours & Travel, the trusted travel agent. Learn More
Gorilla Tours Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo brings a more private and secluded version of gorilla tours owing to the fact that its Gorilla Parks are the least explored. However, what travelers forget is that this country provides the rare opportunity of meeting two gorilla subspecies.
The Mountain gorillas trek in Virunga National Park and the Eastern lowland gorillas can trek within Kahuzi-Biega National Park. Not only that, the country offers a cheaper option to gorilla safaris with permits costing only $450 per person for one hour encounter with the Great Apes. Learn More
Best time for Gorilla Tours in Africa
The months of June to September and December to February are considered the best for gorilla safaris. The majority of trekkers opt for these months (traditional dry months) because they seldom receive downpours thus making Parks more accessible and hiking trails less muddy or slippery.
The wet months usually receive fewer visitors, owing to the heavy downpours that make trails muddy or slippery hence treks more challenging as well as Parks difficult to access. However, the good news is that vegetation blooms hence providing more food for the primates.
This, therefore, means that treks will become shorter in addition to boasting of the best backgrounds for photography.
Packing list for Gorilla Tours to Uganda, Rwanda & Congo
You can do everything required of you to have a successful gorilla safari but if your packing list is off-track, be sure of facing more challenges or even ruining the entire experience. Among the things you should pack include long-sleeved shirts, breathable safari pants, lightweight rain jacket, sturdy hiking boots, insect repellant, sunglasses, waterproof backpack, basic first aid kit, gardening gloves, toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, hair comb, hand and body lotion, hand sanitizer, sunscreen, wet wipes and sanitary towels for female travelers), good camera with extra memory space, batteries and charger, pair of binoculars, wide brim hat, travel documents and most importantly your gorilla permit.
Other common asked Questions about Gorilla Tours
How much does it cost to visit gorillas ?
The cost of visiting gorillas vary depending on different factors ranging from between $1000 to over $2500. The factors that determine the overall cost of gorilla trekking include cost of gorilla permit. Each gorilla permit costs $1500 in Rwanda, $800 in Uganda and $450 in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In addition to gorilla permits, the cost to visit gorillas is determined by the extra activities on the gorilla trip, type of accommodation, number of days and transportation among others
How much does it cost to go gorilla trekking in Uganda?
Gorilla trekking in Uganda depend on the nationality of the travelers. Each permit costs $800 for foreign non residents, $700 for foreign residents and UGX 300,000 for East African citizens. All Uganda permits are issued by Uganda Wildlife Authority, the government body responsible for gorilla conservation and tourism in the Pearl of Africa
Is Gorilla Trekking is cheaper in Uganda or Rwanda?
Gorilla trekking in Uganda is cheaper than Rwanda. A permit in Uganda costs $800 which is cheap compared to $1500 in Rwanda. One Rwanda gorilla permit is almost equal to two Uganda permits in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park and Mgahinga Gorilla National park
What is the cheapest way to go gorilla trekking?
Whereas gorilla trekking is considered an expensive adventure, there are several ways to do gorilla trekking cheaply. These include among others, trekking gorillas in Congo or Uganda, traveling in low season, booking low budget lodges/hotels, reducing the number of gorilla trekking days, traveling by public means, traveling as a group to share costs
Which month is best to trek gorillas?
Dry months of June, July, August, September, December, January and February are considered the best months to trek gorillas. the month are characterized by no or less rains which make gorilla trekking easy. However, there is high demand for gorilla permits during this time which require advance gorilla permit booking.
What is the age limit for gorilla trekking?
15 years is the age limit for gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. During booking, travelers are asked passports to confirm their age and nationality. Children aged below 15 years are considered vulnerable
How do i book gorilla trekking?
Booking for gorilla trekking is well done through any trusted travel agent licensed to offer gorilla tours in Uganda, Rwanda and Congo. There are several travel operators but Maranatha Tours and travel is one of the trusted travel agencies. Contact us now and we shall offer you a customized gorilla tour package of your choice.
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