Gorilla Trekking Uganda

A gorilla trekking permit costs $700 in Uganda. This includes a pre-trek briefing as well as a guided hike and one hour with a gorilla troop. If you wish to spend longer with the gorillas, you can opt for a gorilla habituation experience, which is $1,500 and lets you spend four hours with a troop!

Yes, gorilla trekking is safe. Firstly, mountain gorillas are very relaxed and gentle, unless threatened. Secondly, you visit them in the company of a trek guide who advises you where to stand and what the do's and don'ts are of spending time with a gorilla troop.

To learn more about mountain gorillas and what to expect on the trek, read 20 things to know about mountain gorilla trekking.

Yes, Uganda is a pretty safe country for tourists. Ugandans are very welcoming and friendly. Your local leader is also with you the entire trip to keep you safe.

The best seasons for gorilla trekking are June to September and December to February, as these two periods see the least rain in the jungle region where the gorillas live. That said, you can go gorilla trekking at any time of year. And since it can and does rain at any time of year, you're never guaranteed a dry trek.

If you'd like more detail, please read When is the best time to visit Uganda?

We stay at guesthouses, lodges and luxury camps during our time in Uganda. We like comfortable and attractive accommodation that doesn't break the bank! That said, we also offer luxury accommodation for those with a bigger budget.