Uganda Gorilla Trekking Updates 2025 | Gentle Giants Safaris

Mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda remains the world’s most sought-after wildlife encounter—and 2026 is shaping up to be a banner year. Here’s your complete update from Gentle Giants Safaris , direct from Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks. Gorilla Permit Prices: No Change for 2026 The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has confirmed no price hike for 2026: Foreign non-residents : $800 Foreign residents : $700 East African citizens : UGX 300,000 Daily limit : 80 trekkers in Bwindi (4 sectors), 8 in Mgahinga. Peak season sell-out : June–September & December–February book 6–8 months ahead . Pro move : Secure your permit now via Gentle Giants—we hold pre-allocated slots for top families like Mubare (30th habituation anniversary in 2026) and Nshongi (20+ members). Trail Conditions: Upgraded & Ready UWA completed 2025 dry-season upgrades: Reinforced boardwalks in Buhoma & Rushaga swamp zones New signage in Ruhija & Nkuringo Cleared ove...

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...