Uganda Gorilla Trekking Updates 2025 | Gentle Giants Safaris

There is no experience quite like coming face-to-face with a giant male Silverback in the jungles of central Africa. Specially trained park rangers in Rwanda and Uganda lead a very limited number of guests’ everyday to see the gorillas in their natural habitat. If you have ever dreamed of traveling to Africa to get a firsthand look at these amazing animals here are 6 tips to get you started and help plan your trip. 1. Uganda or Rwanda: What is the best place to see the Gorillas?  Both countries are excellent places to see the Gorillas. One thing to consider is that the permits in Rwanda at $1500 are much more expensive than the $600 you will pay in Uganda. On top of that, it’s usually easier to get the permits in Uganda as well. The truth is that Rwanda has done a much better job of promoting and advertising Gorilla tracking and hence has attracted more tourists to the region. Gorilla Tracking in both countries is good and neither will disappoint. Rwanda does have some advantag...

5,4,3,2,1…BUNGEEE! Looking for a gift for an adrenaline junkie in Africa? Perhaps you would like to face your fear of heights? Experience the thrill that is bungee jumping in the Uganda! What could be more exhilarating than freefalling towards the world’s longest River; the Nile, travelling from 0-60mph in under two seconds! If there is one thing you should try in your life, it’s bungee jumping over the Nile River in Uganda! Jinja which is famously known as the ‘Adventure Capital of East Africa’ is an adrenaline destination for adventure seekers in Africa. With adventure activities like bungee jumping, white water rafting, kayaking, horse riding, quad biking and more. Let me tell you the feeling of Bungee Jumping, for those who haven’t tried it before. Bungee jumping enhances the fear/love for adventure in you: adrenaline seekers would love to have more and more adventures, but, those are not adventures would perhaps not do it again. (I have friends who sore not to do ...