Coming face to face with wild gorillas will take your breath away. A privileged wildlife experience, with limited visitors each year, come and witness these gentle grazing giants in their jungle domain. Trek though Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest or Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park to see families of Mountain Gorilla, or track the Republic of Congo to witness distinct Lowland Gorilla. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime.
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On a gorilla trek visitors embark on a guided hike through dense forests usually in Rwanda, Uganda or the Republic of Congo, with the help of specialist, local guides. Read our gorilla trekking guide to learn more.
Where to see gorillas in the wild?
Gorillas can be seen in Uganda, Rwanda and the Republic of Congo. Mountain gorillas are found in Uganda and Rwanda while lowland gorillas are found in the Republic of Congo, not to be confused with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
What to wear gorilla trekking?
Packing for a gorilla trekking experience requires specific clothing including good quality canvas gloves, hiking boots and a light rain jacket. We’ve created an in-depth packing guide for gorilla trekking listing all the essential items you will need.
How much does gorilla trekking cost?
Rates are subject to change and differ from country to country. Gorilla trekking permits can cost anywhere from £320 - £1200 per person depending on which country you visit.
Why is gorilla trekking expensive?
Gorilla trekking is expensive for a number of reasons. Primarily because mountain gorillas are a critically endangered species and the majority of the fee goes to conservation efforts including, habitat protection, funding anti-poaching initiatives and community development projects. In addition, the fees pay for the expert guides who are necessary in tracking the gorillas and leading groups through the dense, remote jungle where the gorillas reside. As there are limited numbers of gorillas remaining, the high price points also maintains exclusivity, ensuring overtourism is avoided. Read our blog on “Everything you need to know about Gorilla Trekking” to learn more.
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We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
Niki Lawrence, 16th August 2024
Adventure Holiday to
Kenya, Rwanda & Tanzania
The itinerary Aaron curated for us was perfectly tailored to our preferences, taking into account our likes and dislikes. The entire travel process was seamless, and any issues that did arise were swiftly addressed and corrected. Even the logistics on the ground were handled flawlessly, making for …
Diego Alcantara Muñoz - Marco Munoz Party, 6th September 2024
Adventure Holiday to
Rwanda, Kenya & Tanzania
I want to start by deeply thanking Mahlatini for organizing one of the most special trips of our lives. The proposal at Elephant Pepper Camp was an absolutely magical moment, and I want to give special mention to Moses, the camp manager, and his incredible team, including Sammy and Francis. They al…
holiday to
Rwanda, Zimbabwe, South Africa & Mozambique
A fantastic journey from start to finish: starting with the preparation with Ashley, who listened to us, who knew how to understand what we liked, what we wanted and what was important to us. We worked and reworked the course until we were completely satisfied. The itinerary, the activities, as wel…
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