About this experience
What to expect.
Another truly unique experience in Africa is the ability to get up close and personal with natures largest living primates - the Gorillas of Uganda and Rwanda. Professional guides take you into the forests and ensure protocols for safety without compromising the raw energy and thrill of the experience. Below are some of the packaged safaris and lodges that allow you to take part in this riveting phenomonen.
Itineraries
Safaris built around gorilla & chimp trekking.
Real, ready-to-tailor journeys that include this experience. Ordered by what guests pick most.
Most requested · 4 days · Rwanda
4-Day Rwanda Gorilla and Golden Monkey Trekking Adventure: Affordable & Unforgettable
All meals · All activities · All transfers
- 3 nights at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge near Volcanoes National Park
- Scenic drive from Kigali through the Land of a Thousand Hills
- One hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family in the misty forest
- Golden monkey trek through the bamboo forests of the Virungas
From
$3,130
per person, complete package
≈ $6,265 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 3 days · Rwanda
3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
All meals · All activities · All transfers
- 2 nights at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel in Musanze
- Scenic 3-hour drive from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
- Permit-led mountain gorilla trek with expert trackers
- Visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
From
$3,850
per person, complete package
≈ $7,700 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 4 days · Uganda
4 Day Uganda Fly-in Gorilla Safari
Most meals · All activities · All flights & transfers
- 1 night in Entebbe, then 2 nights at Mahogany Springs Lodge in Bwindi
- Light-aircraft flight from Entebbe to Kisoro over Uganda's highlands
- Gorilla trekking permit and guided trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- One hour observing mountain gorillas at 10 metres
From
$3,655
per person, complete package
≈ $7,310 for two · international flights excluded
6 days · Rwanda
6-Day Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park & Chimpanzees in Nyungwe Forest
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- 1 night at The Retreat by Heaven in Kigali on arrival
- 2 nights at One & Only Nyungwe House with canopy walkway and chimpanzee trekking
- Visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus to learn about gorilla conservation
- 2 nights at One & Only Gorilla's Nest near Volcanoes National Park
From
$15,240
per person, complete package
≈ $30,480 for two · international flights excluded
4 days · Uganda
4-Day Gorilla Safari Experience
Most meals · Most activities · All flights & transfers
- 1 night at Protea Hotel in Entebbe on arrival
- 2 nights at Mahogany Springs Lodge in Buhoma, Bwindi
- Gorilla permit included for trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Trek 2-8 hours to spend an hour with a mountain gorilla family
From
$3,340
per person, complete package
≈ $6,680 for two · international flights excluded
4 days · Rwanda
4-Day Mystical Gorilla Trekking Adventure
All meals · All activities · All transfers
- 3 nights at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel in Musanze
- Mountain gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park with expert trackers
- Visit to the Dian Fossey Fund's Ellen DeGeneres Campus
- Golden monkey trek followed by Gorilla Guardians Village cultural visit
From
$5,300
per person, complete package
≈ $10,600 for two · international flights excluded
3 days · Uganda
3-Day All Inclusive Fly-in Gorilla Safari
All meals · All activities · All flights & transfers
- 2 nights at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge overlooking the forest
- Light-aircraft flights between Entebbe and Kisoro across Uganda's highlands
- Community walk and coffee farm visit in the Virunga foothills
- Guided gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with rangers and trackers
From
$4,970
per person, complete package
≈ $9,945 for two · international flights excluded
5 days · Rwanda
5-Day Ultra Luxury Gorilla and Golden Monkey Trek in Rwanda
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- 1 night at Kigali Serena Hotel, then 2 at Singita Kwitonda Lodge
- Half-day Kigali city tour with museum and cultural visits
- Gorilla tracking in Volcanoes National Park with permit included
- Golden monkey tracking through the Virunga bamboo forests
From
$17,830
per person, complete package
≈ $35,665 for two · international flights excluded
6 days · Uganda
6-Day Uganda Primate Safari Adventure
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- 2 nights at Turaco Treetops in Kibale, 1 night at Engagi Lodge in Bwindi
- Half-day chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
- Nature walk through community-run Bigodi Swamp
- Gorilla trekking with endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi
From
$3,455
per person, complete package
≈ $6,910 for two · international flights excluded
9 days · Kenya · Rwanda
9-Day Kenya & Rwanda Safari: Big Five, Maasai Mara & Gorilla Trekking Tour
Most meals · All activities · All flights & transfers
- 2 nights at Mara Sopa Lodge with game drives in the Maasai Mara
- Boat safari on Lake Naivasha and walking tour on Crescent Island
- 2 nights at Amboseli Sopa Lodge with elephants and Kilimanjaro views
- Kigali city tour including the Genocide Memorial
From
$7,550
per person, complete package
≈ $15,100 for two · international flights excluded
9 days · Kenya · Uganda
9-Day Wild Encounters: Kenya’s Big Five & Uganda’s Gentle Giants
All meals · All activities · All flights & transfers
- 2 nights at Mara Sopa Lodge with game drives across the Maasai Mara
- Boat ride on Lake Naivasha and walking safari on Crescent Island
- 2 nights at Amboseli Sopa Lodge with elephant herds beneath Mt. Kilimanjaro
- 2 nights at 5-star Gorilla Leisure Lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
From
$6,535
per person, complete package
≈ $13,075 for two · international flights excluded
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Where to stay
Lodges suited to gorilla & chimp trekking.
Lodges across the region that offer this experience. Ordered by what guests pick most. Rates per person sharing, per night.
15 lodges
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Affordable RwandaTiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge is an intimate, owner-run retreat at the foot of the Virunga mountains, a short drive from the headquarters of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. The lodge pairs warm Rwandan hospitality with easy access to gorilla and golden-monkey trekking, cultural excursions and a quiet base for rest between forest treks.
From $375 per person · night
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Affordable UgandaMahogany Springs Lodge
Mahogany Springs will be closed for the entire month of April 2026. Reopening May 4th 2026. Mahogany Springs Lodge, set in the heart of Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is renowned for offering an exceptional gorilla trekking experience.
From $420 per person · night
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Premium UgandaBuhoma Lodge
Buhoma Lodge offers a cozy retreat with breathtaking views of the forest, home to the rare Mountain Gorilla. As one of only two lodges inside the park, it is conveniently located a short walk from the gorilla tracking starting point and other Buhoma activities.
From $535 per person · night
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Premium UgandaBwindi Lodge
Bwindi Lodge is a luxurious eco-lodge nestled on the edge of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, offering front-row views of one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders. Renowned for its exceptional gorilla tracking experiences, the lodge combines comfort with conservation. Eight stylish bandas, each with forest-facing views, provide an immersive jungle experience, while personalized service and thoughtful design add a touch of luxury. Guests can enjoy delicious farm-to-table cuisine, unwind at the Forest Spa, and explore rich biodiversity through nature walks and cultural encounters. Bwindi Lodge is the perfect retreat for adventure, tranquility, and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experiences.
From $630 per person · night
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Premium UgandaErebero Hills
Erebero Hills will serve as the perfect sanctuary for exploring the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich biodiversity and as the habitat for over half of the world’s mountain gorillas.
From $2,000 per person · night
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Affordable RwandaFive Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Nestled at the gateway to Rwanda's breathtaking Volcanoes National Park, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel offers an ideal blend of adventure and relaxation. This luxurious retreat provides an immersive starting point for exploring the park’s many wonders while enveloping guests in serene, elegant surroundings perfect for unwinding.
From $450 per person · night
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Affordable RwandaHôtel des Mille Collines
A Kigali landmark since 1973, Hôtel des Mille Collines sits in the heart of Rwanda's capital within walking distance of the central business district. The hotel offers 112 rooms and suites set around a large garden pool, with on-site dining, a spa and gym, making it a natural city-stay base before or after a gorilla-trekking safari.
From $145 per person · night
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Affordable RwandaIngagi Lodge
Ingagi Lodge is a tranquil retreat in Kinigi, set in Rwanda's Gorilla Highlands at the foot of the Virunga Volcanoes. A small collection of forest cottages, private cabins and a family villa puts guests within easy reach of mountain gorilla and golden monkey treks in Volcanoes National Park, with cosy fireplaces, locally sourced cuisine and warm Rwandan hospitality.
From $260 per person · night
Rates per person sharing, per night.
Your specialist for this experience
Safari Specialist - Southern Africa & East Africa
Knows Gorilla & Chimp Trekking backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.
Included
Complimentary travel insurance. On trips booked and deposited by 25th August 2026.
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- Pricing
- Booking-direct prices, with concierge support included.
- Coverage
- Every flight, transfer, lodge and activity. Before, during and after.
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