Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
Mountain gorilla trekking is the experience that brings many travellers to this part of Africa. In Uganda, treks take place in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. In Rwanda, the experience is centred on Volcanoes National Park. Trek length varies because gorillas move through natural forest. Your plan should account for permit dates, the correct trekking sector, lodge location, transfer time and suitable gear. Bush Shrike Adventures can combine the trek with chimpanzees, golden monkeys, wildlife, birding or a slower lake stay.
Safaris that can include this experience
Rwanda
2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safari
A short Rwanda gorilla safari for travellers with limited time who want a carefully planned overnight near Volcanoes National Park.
- Scenic Virunga foothills
- Rwanda mountain gorilla trek
Uganda
3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari
A focused short Uganda gorilla safari for travellers who want the forest experience without adding a long wildlife circuit.
- Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi
- Private road transfers
Rwanda
3-Day Rwanda Gorilla & Golden Monkey Safari
Two different Virunga primate experiences in one compact Rwanda itinerary: mountain gorillas and lively golden monkeys.
- Gorilla trekking
- Golden monkey tracking
Rwanda
4-Day Rwanda Gorilla & Lake Kivu Safari
A relaxed Rwanda gorilla safari with a lakeside night on Lake Kivu after the trek.
- Mountain gorilla trekking
- Virunga highland scenery
Uganda
4-Day Uganda Gorilla & Lake Bunyonyi Safari
A balanced short safari combining an active gorilla trek with a calm night around Lake Bunyonyi.
- Bwindi gorilla trek
- Lake Bunyonyi scenery
Uganda
5-Day Gorilla & Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari
A compact Uganda safari that combines classic savannah wildlife and the Kazinga Channel with mountain gorilla trekking.
- Savannah game drive
- Kazinga Channel cruise