Guided Uganda Gorilla Tours & Wildlife Safaris
Best 2025 Gorilla Tours & Safari packages in Uganda & Rwanda
Book and enjoy the best gorilla tours of 2025 in Uganda, Rwanda, and the 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 rewards travelers with a magical feeling that lasts for a lifetime. Gorilla trekking tours offer you a 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 makes 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 safari 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.
Top Gorilla Tours & Packages 2025
2 Days Uganda Gorilla Tour
Go gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest National Park on this 2-day short gorilla tour in Uganda with Maranatha Tours. Read More
2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari
Visit Rwanda mountain gorillas on this customized 2-day Rwanda gorilla safari to Volcanoes National Park. Rwanda short gorilla trips. Read More
3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek
Trek one of the 20 gorilla families in Bwindi Forest on this guided 3-day Uganda gorilla trek with Silverback Gorilla Tour. Read More
4 Days Uganda Gorillas & Widlife Safari
Be part of this 4-day Uganda gorilla and game safari to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Read More
3 Days Rwanda Gorillas & Golden Monkeys
This 3-day Rwanda gorilla and golden monkey trekking tour to Volcanoes National Park offers you the best of Rwanda primates. Read More
5 Days Uganda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Safari
Enjoy an encounter with Uganda’s primates on this 5-day gorilla and chimpanzee trekking safari with Silverback Gorilla tour. Read More
8 Days Rwanda Uganda Safari
Enjoy this 8-day Rwanda and Uganda wildlife safari for double gorilla trekking, chimpanzees and game viewing with Silverback Gorilla Tour. Read More
7 Days Uganda Primates Safari
Embark on this 7 Days Uganda Primates Safari for mountain gorilla trekking in bwindi Forest and Chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Parks. Read Mor
7 Days Rwanda Primates Safari
This 7 days Rwanda primate safari offers you the best of gorillas, chimpanzees and Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes and Nyungwe. Read More
Silverback Gorilla Tours in Uganda & Rwanda
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 $800 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 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 commonly asked Questions about Gorilla Tours
How much does it cost to visit gorillas?
The cost of visiting gorillas varies 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 the low season, booking low-budget lodges/hotels, reducing the number of gorilla trekking days, traveling by public means, and 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 months are characterized by or no 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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