Gorilla trekking offers one of Africa’s most profound wildlife encounters – their populations, even in protected reserves, are counted in hundreds rather than thousands. So rare are gorillas, that trackers are able to give them individual names and identify their faces and personalities easily.
MOUNTAIN GORILLAS
In Uganda survive in their natural habitat, in the highly protected Rainforests of Bwindi and Mgahinga National Parks. Spending time with gorillas in the wild is by far the most transformative and up-close wildlife experience in Africa. A face-to-face encounter with these great endangered Apes in the gorilla parks of Uganda will gift you with soul-stirring memories that will never fade.
A Gorilla Trek is a highlight of all visits done in Uganda and Rwanda and certainly, mountain gorillas are the major reason as to why very many people visit these 2 destinations. Gorilla trekking is defined as a hike to the tropical forests of Africa to see the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
WHEN TO GO GORILLA TREKKING?
The best time to go gorilla trekking in Uganda is during the months of June, July, August, September and December. This is because there is less rain and the parks are drier, making it simple to hike and see the gorillas.
