Guided Gorilla Tours in
Uganda and Rwanda

Superfine Uganda Gorilla Tours
Embark on Superfine Uganda gorilla tours to meet face to face with one of the 21 gorilla families in the Pearl of Africa. Gorilla trekking is one of the popular experiences which attract a high number of traveler’s to the Pearl of Africa. Uganda gorilla tours are done in either Bwindi Forest or Mgahinga Gorilla National park. Each permit to trek gorillas in Uganda costs $800 for foreign nonresidents, $700 for foreign residents and UG 300,000 for East African citizens.

More so, do not miss the experimental gorilla habituation experience in Rushaga sector, in which travelers spend 4 hours with wild gorillas. The experience entail training wild gorillas taming them to get familiar to people. Gorilla habitation permit costs $1500 for foreign nonresidents, $1000 for foreign residents and 750,000 for East Africa. Choose from our long list of customized Uganda gorilla tour packages which combine gorillas and other wildlife experiences.

The 5 Days Uganda gorillas and wildlife safari to Bwindi Forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park, 5 Days Uganda gorillas and chimpanzees safari to Bwindi Forest and Kibale Forest National Park, the 7 Days Uganda gorillas & wildlife safari and 15 Days best of Uganda safari which combine gorillas, chimpanzees and game safari. Superfine Safaris a licensed member of Uganda Tourism Board is eligible to book and reserve Uganda gorilla permits. Gorilla groups in Uganda include Kutu family, Kyaguliro Family, Habinyanja family, Bweza family, Christmas Family, Nyakagyezi family, Mishaya Family, Mubare family, Bikingyi Family, Posho Family. In addition to gorilla trekking, Uganda is famous for chimpanzee trekking, game viewing, bird watching, boat cruising, mountaineering and cultural tours which together make a complete Uganda safari package

Superfine Rwanda gorilla tours
Join our customized Rwanda gorilla tours to Volcanoes National Park located in the north western side of the country. Get a chance to spend an hour with one of the 10 gorilla families in Rwanda, rewarding you with a magical lifetime experience. The country is famous for offering luxury gorilla tours at $1500 per permit compared to Uganda and Rwanda hence the best destination for luxury clients.

High end lodges, hotels and camps have been established in all parts of Rwanda to offer travelers with luxury accommodation services. Gorilla families in Rwanda include Susa A Family, Karisimbi family, Umubano Family, Agashya Family, Amahoro Family, Hirwa Family, Pablo Family, Titus Family and Amahoro gorilla family among others. Rwanda Gorilla tours are managed by Rwanda Development Board together with African parks.

Other activities to do in Rwanda include bird watching, golden monkey trekking, Mount Karisimbi & Mount Bisoke hiking, Iby’iwacu cultural tours, visiting the Bulera and Buhondo twin lakes, nature walks and Musanze caves. The gorilla trekking add-ons in Rwanda include chimpanzee trekking /canopy walk in Nyungwe Forest, game viewing/boat cruising in Akagera National Park and Kigali City tour

Guidelines for Uganda and Rwanda gorilla tours
For peaceful and enjoyable gorilla tours in Uganda and Rwanda, responsible conservation and government bodies have put guidelines that govern the adventure. At the start of every gorilla trek, travelers are gathered at the respective park headquarters and introduced to the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking. These guidelines apply before and after meeting the gorillas
These include

• Do not trek gorillas when sick. The endangered gorillas are man’s close relatives sharing over 98% of human genes. This make them susceptible to human genes.
• Do not look direct into the eyes of the gorillas. The endangered primates are shy and a direct eye contact makes them irritated and uncomfortable
• Do not eat or drink in the presence of the gorillas
• Do not smoke in the presence of gorillas
• Do not litter in the park
• Do not touch the gorillas
• Do not run when a gorilla charges. Just step back, slow down and lie low
• Do not use flash light cameras. This irritates the gorillas

What to pack gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
When coming for gorilla trekking, make sure your travel bag has the essentials recommended for gorilla trekking. Some of the things to carry for gorilla trekking include waterproof closed hiking boots, a rain jacket, a hat, hand gloves, a scarf, insect repellants, a first aid kit, long sleeved blouse/shirt, long pants, and toiletries among others. You are also reminded to check with your doctor for the updated health status. Also remember to carry energy giving snacks to keep you energized throughout the trek