BEST OF UGANDA GORILLA TREKKING SAFARIS

Gorilla trekking in Uganda has become one of Africa’s most powerful wildlife experiences and because of its success, the endangered gorilla population is on the incline. Trekking for great apes in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest boasts a 90% success rate at finding habituated family groups. Meaning, you have an all-but-guaranteed opportunity to spend an hour face-to-face with these majestic creatures as they interact with each other in their natural habitat. December to February and between June and August are considered the best time to visit Uganda for trekking for mountain gorillas and chimpanzees.

Mountain gorillas are not the only primate you’ll have the privilege of seeing up close in Uganda. Kibale Forest is home to the globe’s highest population density, with 13 primate species currently inhabiting the area. Naturally, this makes Kibale Forest the premier destination for chimpanzee tracking. You can round off your primate trekking experience by hiking the slopes of the Virunga Mountains in Mgahinga National Park in search of the gorgeous golden monkey.