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Kampala, Uganda

Gorilla Trekking Safaris & Tours with Magical Gorilla Adventures

Book gorilla trekking safaris and tours in Uganda and Rwanda with a licensed operator based in Kampala. Our Uganda Tourism Board licence number is UTB/RTT/TO/2023/100931.

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    Uganda Tourism Board licence UTB/RTT/TO/2023/100931. Check the licence list (opens in a new tab)

  • Clear deposit terms

    A 60% deposit secures your booking. The balance is due a month before departure.

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Gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda and Rwanda

We specialize in gorilla tours to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park, alongside chimpanzee tracking, wildlife safaris, cultural tours, beach holidays and mountain climbing at a discounted price.

Our packages cover gorilla trekking in Uganda and gorilla trekking in Rwanda, with options in Volcanoes National Park too. Each trip includes top lodges, expert guides and gorilla permits, all at affordable rates. Explore our gorilla safaris and book your African adventure today for an encounter with mountain gorillas in the heart of Africa.

Uganda

Best Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safaris & Tours 2026/2027

Choose from our most popular Uganda gorilla trekking safaris and tours as you plan your trip to Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga National Parks at unbeatable costs.

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Guest reviews

What our guests say

Ratings are read from each platform. We checked them in November 2026.

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I had an amazing 4 day trip , with magical gorillas. The driver muzwhei was amazing from start to finish, ensuring a safe journey, amazing conversation and knowledge that he shared, and ensuring I saw things I enjoyed along the way ! The lodgings were amazing and the treks with both the gorillas and golden monkey were a once in a lifetime opportunity ! I also participated in the additional options of the batwya people and boat cruise on lake bunyonyi which were both great ! Consider magical gorillas of your in need of a trek or safari !
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We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Magical Gorilla Adventures from start to finish. The booking process was straightforward, all of our queries were answered promptly, and communication throughout was excellent. Our driver, Innocent, was outstanding—professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure we had the best possible experience. Overall, it was a truly memorable trip, and we would highly recommend Magical Gorilla Adventures to anyone looking for a seamless and well-organised adventure. Thank you for a fabulous experience!
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Wir haben eine 9 tägige „best of Uganda“ Safari mit Magical Gorilla Adventures gebucht. Eines vorweg: Diese Reise mit Magical Gorillas zu buchen war die absolut beste Entscheidung die wir treffen konnten. Die Kommunikation im Vorfeld lief hauptsächlich per WhatsApp ab. Kolo war immer, wirklich immer ansprechbar und hat alle Fragen unverzüglich beantwortet. Unsere anfänglichen Bedenken wegen der Permits für die Schimpansen und Gorillas waren total unbegründet. Kolo hat uns unverzüglich nach Erhalt der Permits Bilder zukommen lassen auf denen man die Dokumente erkennen konnte… es lief alles reibungslos! Auch der Reiseablauf, sowie Änderungen bezüglich der Lodges wurden nach unseren Vorstellungen innerhalb von kürzester Zeit angepasst und erledigt - sehr professionell. Das ist auch das Stichwort - die Kommunikation im Vorfeld, sowie die Reise selbst wurde absolut professionell geplant und durchgeführt. Wir hatten schon einige Safaris in Afrika erleben dürfen und kennen daher die ein oder andere „Stolperfalle“ bei der Planung und Durchführung. Aber unsere 9 Tage in Uganda waren die schönsten und entspanntesten Tage die wir bisher in Afrika verbracht haben. Den größten Anteil dazu beigetragen hat unser Guide Robert! Robert war vom ersten Tag an, bis zu dem Moment wo wir schweren Herzens getrennte Wege gehen mussten, unglaublich engagiert und professionell. Durch ihn haben wir so viel über Uganda gelernt. Nicht nur über die Tierwelt, (die nebenbei erwähnt spektakulär ist) sondern auch über Land und Leute konnte uns Robert so viel erzählen. Man hat ihm angemerkt dass er diesen Job schon länger macht, denn er hat genau gewusst wann es mal Zeit für sein Input war, aber auch wann es an der Zeit für eine Verschnaufpause ist! Er hat sich für uns Zeit genommen und ist immer wieder auf unsere Wünsche eingegangen. Ihm war kein Weg zu weit für uns - GENAUSO haben wir uns unseren Guide im Vorfeld vorgestellt und gewünscht! - Robert war für uns ein absoluter Glücksgriff. Wir können „Magical Gorilla Adventures“ und vor allem Robert als Guide UNEINGESCHRÄNKT weiterempfehlen 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Unser Rat: schaut euch alle dieses wunderschöne Land und seine Schätze (dazu zählen auch die Menschen) an. Ihr werdet es nicht bereuen. Happy Travels
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Manav Gupta
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I recently traveled to Uganda with Magical Gorillas, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Our tour guides, Eddie and Collins, were exceptional. They were knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and always went the extra mile to ensure everything ran smoothly. The transportation was comfortable throughout the trip, and the drivers were safe and reliable, which made the long drives between destinations very enjoyable. The tour was delivered exactly as outlined in the itinerary, with no unexpected changes or hidden costs. Everything was well organized, and the accommodations exceeded our expectations. The lodges were of a very high standard, and the food at each location was excellent. The highlights of the trip were undoubtedly the chimpanzee and mountain gorilla trekking experiences, both of which were unforgettable. The boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel was another standout, offering incredible wildlife viewing in a beautiful setting. Overall, I would highly recommend Magical Gorillas to anyone considering a safari or wildlife adventure in Uganda. They delivered a seamless, high-quality experience that exceeded our expectations.
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My first experience in safari was amazing ,everything was being organised perfect,i felt comfortable from first moments,kolo always did best for us,our guide ,Juvenal,made our trip exciting,all accommodations perfect .i will remember all and come back again.
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Ellenlen Ka
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The only bad thing about our trip with Eddie was that it was only two days and not longer. But boy, did we have a great time on those two days! Magical Gorilla Adventures chose an idyllic lodge for us, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, and a wonderful restaurant for lunch on our second day, the Bird's Nest. We enjoyed the Batwa Cultural Walk and the boat trip on Lake Bonyonyi very much. Needless to say, the highlight of our trip was the time we spent with the gorilla family. They put on a great show for us, especially the baby. A dream come true! Thank you, Magical Gorilla Adventures, for this truly magical experience. And thank you so much, Eddie, for not only providing us with the smoothest trip, but also for being so friendly and funny and for making the car rides very interesting and enjoyable!
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Christina Sweeting
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If you go to Uganda and want a truly magical adventure, I highly recommend booking with magical gorilla adventures. Our trip was exactly that - magical. We were always very well looked after and we felt safe at all times. All our wishes were made true and even more. This has easily been the best and most memorable trip of my life so far. Thank you!
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Stephan W.
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During our journey through East Africa (specifically Rwanda), we also wanted to see the gorillas. We decided in advance to visit the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, partly because it is located not far from Kigali, but also because we were keen to make a side trip into Uganda. Having completed our tour of Rwanda as self-drivers, we decided to hire a professional tour operator for the trip to Bwindi—someone familiar with local conditions who would allow us to focus on enjoying the region's highlights rather than on the logistics. We compared various providers for this purpose and ultimately chose Magical Gorilla Adventures. Looking back, we can say that this was an excellent decision. Communication with their team was seamless via WhatsApp. It was important to us to include a visit to the local Batwa community alongside the gorilla trekking—a request that was immediately granted. Furthermore, they even added a boat trip on Lake Bunyonyi to the itinerary. From the very first day of the trip, everything ran flawlessly. Our driver and guide, Eddie, picked us up at our hotel in Kigali and drove us across the border to our (truly stunning) lodge near the Bwindi Forest. The tour of the Batwa community, the gorilla trekking the following morning, the boat trip, and finally the return journey to Kigali were all perfectly organized; we did not have to worry about a single thing—neither in advance nor once we were on site. These were incomparably beautiful days in Uganda—highlighted, of course, by the opportunity to see the mountain gorillas—and both the organization by Magical Gorilla Adventures and Eddie’s friendly, helpful demeanor were of the very highest standard. We look forward to traveling to this wonderful region again someday, and when we do, we will certainly choose Magical Gorilla Adventures once more.
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Julien Merle
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Thank you Magical Gorilla Adventure for organizing everything to perfection from pick up to drop off for the sitting of a Silverback Gorilla family in the Bwindi NP, it all went very smoothly. Shout out to my driver Eddie for sharing his knowledge along with his easy going and fun charisma! I would definitely recommend them to my fellow friends/family for future expeditions.

Rwanda

Best Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safaris & Tours 2026/2027

These recommended Rwanda gorilla trekking safaris and tours take you to Volcanoes National Park and other national parks for an amazing Rwanda travel experience.

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East Africa

Best Combined East African Gorillas & Wildlife Safaris 2026/2027

Want more variety in your trip? These combined East Africa gorillas and wildlife safaris pair gorilla encounters with wildlife safaris across Uganda, Rwanda and beyond.

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Who you book with

A Kampala based team you can reach

You deal with the people who plan and run your trip. Message us on WhatsApp or call, and you will get a reply from our team.

  • Eddie, Senior Safari Guide at Magical Gorilla Adventures

    Eddie

    Senior Safari Guide

Licence
UTB/RTT/TO/2023/100931, issued by the Uganda Tourism Board. Check the list (opens in a new tab)
Memberships
Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), as listed on SafariBookings (opens in a new tab)
Office
Universal Apartments, Spine Road, Naalya Estates, Naalya, Kampala, Uganda. Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)
Phone and WhatsApp
+256 787 23 0575

Questions

Gorilla trekking questions, answered

The answers people ask for most before they book.

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In 2026, a Uganda gorilla permit costs $800 per person for foreign non-residents. It is set by the Uganda Wildlife Authority. A Rwanda permit costs $1,500 per person and is set by the Rwanda Development Board. Rates can change, so we confirm the current price when we quote your trip.

Uganda has the lower permit price, and Bwindi is home to about half of the world's mountain gorillas. Rwanda has easier access from Kigali and some of the best lodges. We can plan either country, or both on one trip.

You spend one hour with a gorilla family once you find them. Finding them can take anything from about one hour to several hours of hiking.

A maximum of eight visitors can visit each gorilla family per day.

Visitors must be at least 15 years old to trek to the gorillas.

The drier months, June to September and December to February, give easier trails. You can trek all year. The wetter months of March to May and October to November often have lower lodge prices.

A 60% deposit secures your booking. The balance is due a month before departure. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and bank transfer.

Book as early as you can. Permits are limited each day and popular dates sell out, especially in the drier months. Send us your dates and we check permit availability first.

Yes. We are licensed by the Uganda Tourism Board under licence number UTB/RTT/TO/2023/100931.

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Why book with us

Why choose Magical Gorilla Adventures?

We make safaris beautiful, pocket-friendly and much more enjoyable because we love them like you do.

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  • Who we are

    We are an African travel operator, agency and Destination Management Company (DMC) in Kampala, Uganda. Our Uganda Tourism Board licence is UTB/RTT/TO/2023/100931.

    About Magical Gorilla Adventures
  • Booking safaris with us

    Besides our safari packages and hard-earned experience, we offer friendly booking terms that are easy to follow.

    How booking works
  • Our honest promise to you

    We promise to plan, handle and manage your trip carefully, the way it is supposed to be done.

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  • Our values & commitments

    We are committed to excellent service and we work to make every safari as smooth as possible.

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  • Our cause

    We profit from tourism and we do not profit alone. A small portion of our profits supports single mothers in local tourism communities.

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How it works

How Magical works

We plan every trip in three steps, starting with a conversation about what you want.

  1. We listen to you

    We listen to your travel requests, make recommendations and advise where needed.

  2. We discuss options

    We talk through our proposed options, match you to the right itinerary and make further recommendations.

  3. We lock your booking

    We tentatively hold your safari booking and make reservations while we plan further or make changes.

Speak to an African safari expert to start planning

Call us or arrange a video meeting and we will talk through ideas for your African safari holiday.

Eddie, safari guide at Magical Gorilla Adventures Alyssa, safari consultant at Magical Gorilla Adventures