Superfine Safaris - Gorilla Trekking Safaris & Wildlife Adventures in East Africa
Best Gorilla Trekking Safaris and Wildlife Tours in East Africa
Welcome to Superfine Safaris Limited, your trusted partner for magical gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda and Rwanda. We specialize in crafting personalized journeys that bring you face-to-face with the world’s endangered mountain gorillas in the heart of Africa’s most spectacular rainforests.
Our expertly crafted gorilla trekking safaris take you deep into the jungle forests of Bwindi Impenetrable and the Virunga Massif where these endangered primates dwell. Interestingly, our gorilla trekking safaris offer a combination of adventure, conservation and authentic cultural experiences. Whether you choose trekking Uganda’s Bwindi Forest or Rwanda’s famous Volcanoes National Park, every gorilla trekking safari rewards you with a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with Africa’s gentle giants.
To make complete African safari packages, we combine our gorilla trekking safaris with other wildlife experiences such as big game safaris, bird watching, cultural experiences, mountain climbing and chimpanzee tracking among others
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2026 -2027 Top Gorilla Trekking Safaris
The following are some of the most done gorilla trekking safari packages in Uganda and Rwanda. Superfine Safaris Limited designs each itinerary to meet personal travel interests, budget and time. Pick your favorite package and we can adjust it to what fully suits you!
Visit 1 of the 20 gorilla families in Uganda on this 3 Days Bwindi gorilla trekking tour. Read More
This 4 Days Rwanda gorilla trekking safari combines gorilla trekking &Dian Fossey graveyard hike. Read More
Visit Gorillas in Bwindi and explore Lake Bunyonyi on this 4 Days Uganda Gorillas Safari. Read More
Short 2 Days Rwanda gorilla trekking tour ideal for travelers with limited time. Read More
Trek two top primates on this 5 Days Rwanda Gorillas & chimpanzee trekking safari. Read More
Visit Uganda mountain Gorillas & Chimpanzees in Bwindi & Kibale Forest National Parks. Read More
Top Destinations For Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Africa
Gorilla Trekking safaris in Africa is done in three countries. These are Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Uganda and Rwanda are the top two gorilla trekking destinations, the first choice for all travelers planning gorilla safaris. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda is the premier gorilla destination followed by Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park shelters the least number of gorillas while Virunga National Park in Congo is currently closed for gorilla trekking safaris.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Uganda
Uganda is globally ranked as one of Africa’s premier destinations for gorilla trekking safaris. The Pearl of Africa shelters more than half of the world’s remaining mountain gorilla population and is the number one gorilla safari destination. For travelers seeking for pocket friendly gorilla trekking safaris, Uganda is the ideal destination for you. Each permit costs $800 in high season while low season in April, May and November entail discounted gorilla permits st $600 each.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Located in south western Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is a center of gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda. The dense forest is bisected into four gorilla regions which are Buhoma in the north, Ruhija in the East, Rushaga and Nkuringo in the south. The forest shelters 20 gorilla families habituated for trekking.
Our gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda also include the exceptional gorilla habituation experience in which travelers take part in taming semi habituated gorillas making them familiar with people.
In addition to gorilla safaris, Bwindi also is the original home to the indigenous batwa pygmies who offer you a lifetime cultural experience. For birders, Bwindi is home to over 350 bird species and is one of the top birding destinations in Uganda.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Situated within the Virunga Mountains, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park shelters one gorilla family named “Nyakagyezi” and it offers a more exclusive gorilla trekking safari experience. The park is also a Centre for the Batwa cultural experience, golden monkey trekking, volcano climbing and guided nature walks. The park combines stunning volcanic landscapes with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Rwanda
Since the time of Dian Fossey, Gorilla trekking safaris in Rwanda have become popular, a great conservation success story. Rwanda is widely famous for her luxury gorilla safaris, clean Kigali city, convention centers and first-class accommodation and infrastructures. Rwanda gorilla safaris take place in Volcanoes National Park, part of the Virunga Conservation Area
Volcanoes National Park
Located in North western Rwanda, 2-3 hours’ drive from Kigali city, Volcanoes National Park is Rwanda’s Centre of gorilla trekking safaris: The bamboo forest is home to 13 gorilla families fully habituated for trekking. Volcanoes National Park is the most accessible gorilla park which make it ideal for short time gorilla trekking safaris.
Each gorilla permit in Rwanda costs $1500 issued by Rwanda Development Board. Other activities in Rwanda include Golden monkey trekking, Dian Fossey hiking, Volcano climbing and community tours
Other Popular Wildlife Adventures & Holiday Packages
Beyond gorilla trekking safaris, Superfine Safaris Limited offers lifetime wildlife adventures in East Africa. From the vast savannahs of Kenya and Tanzania to the lush rainforests of Uganda and Rwanda, our customized wildlife adventures in East Africa reward travelers with lifetime experiences. Whether you are a photographer, honeymooners, birders, and adventure lovers, our wildlife adventures await!
Superfine Safaris Limited specialize in creating exceptional wildlife safari experiences that showcase the very best of East Africa. These include the famous Great Migration, spotting the Big Five, chimpanzee trekking, cultural journey, mountain climbing, golden monkey tracking and birding trips all tailored to your interests.
Customized 6 Days Uganda gorillas and wildlife safari to Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi Forest Parks with Superfine Safaris Limited. Go gorilla trekking in Bwindi and game viewing/boat cruise in Queen. Read More
Join this combined 7 Days Uganda and Tanzania safari for mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest and exclusive game viewing in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, tailored by Superfine Safaris. Read More
This exclusive 6 Days Uganda primates and game safari takes you to Kibale forest for chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth for game viewing, and Bwindi Forest for mountain gorilla trekking. Read More
The 8 Days kenya birding and wildlife safari takes you to Samburu National Park, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara National Parks. Explore birds and big game in Kenya with Superfine Safaris. Read More
Enjoy this 7-Day Best of Uganda safari to trek gorillas, chimpanzees, and track lions, and explore Lake Bunyonyi with Superfine Safaris Limited. The 7-Day Uganda safari combines primate trekking and big game. Read More
Book the 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife and Lake Kivu safari for gorilla trekking in Volcanoes Park, Game viewing in Akagera National Park and Lake Kivu tour with Superfine Safaris. Read More
10 Days Best of Kenya Wildlife Safari
Explore Keya on this 10-day exclusive Kenya safari to Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara National Parks with Superfine Safaris. Read More
10 Days Uganda Gorillas & Wildlife Safari
The 10 Days best of Uganda wildlife safari offers you a variety of experiences including gorilla trekking, game viewing, chimpanzee trekking, lion tracking, and boat cruising guided by Superfine Safaris. Read More
5 Days Tanzania Big Five Safari
Book the 5 Days Tanzania big five safari to Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro crater and Serengeti National Parks with Superfine Safaris Limited. Enjoy guided gam viewing and cultural tours in Tanzania. Read More
Explore the fascinating Wildebeest migration experience in Serengeti National Park on this 5 Days Tanzania Wildebeest migration safari. Read More
Enjoy the best of Tanzania wildlife on this 7Days Tanzania safari to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire & Lake Manyara. Read More
Experience Tanzanias best wildlife and Zanzibar beach safari on this 8 Days adventure with Superfine Safaris. Read More
Why Choose Superfine Safaris
Experience
Superfine Safaris Limited is an experienced tour and Travel Agency with 5 years in service. Our professional staff comprises travel consultants, travel guides, and drivers who have answers to all your travel questions. We have moved to almost all tourism destinations in Uganda, Rwanda, kenya, and Tanzania which mean we sell what we know!
Value for Money
At Superfine Safaris Limited, we ensure value for money to our clients. YES, we strive to offer the best services to meet, satisfy, and even exceed our travelers’ expectations on a safari.
Transparency
Right from day one of inquiry, Superfine Safaris Limited is transparent in all communications. We encourage the use of emails and WhatsApp where necessary and track the records of all communications from the time of inquiry to the start and end of the safari.
Pocket Friendly services
We offer pocket-friendly safari packages to Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. Based on the traveler’s budget, Superfine Safaris is always ready to adjust and amend the costing to suit the client
Reliability
We are a reliable travel agency you can trust at all times and cost
Top Wildlife Experiences in East Africa
Mountain Gorilla Trekking safaris
Our major speciality is gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda and Rwanda . At Superfine Safaris Limited, we craft gorilla trekking packages both shirt and long depsinging on the travelers availabel time. Intrestingly, we offer both budget, midrange and luxury gorilla trekking safaris making it easy for all classses of travelers.
We handle all ground logistics regarding gorilla trekking such as designing personalised itineraries, booking gorilla permits, accömmodation, transport to and from seeing gorillas and everything you need for a sucessful and enjoyable gorilla trekking safari.
Superfine game safaris
At Superfine Safaris Limited, we also offer guided game safaris in East Africa. Our classic game viewing safaris take you to all savannah parks in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania, a chance to meet and interact with different wild animals in the wilderness.
A full day game drive in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, and Masai Mara National Park, Kenya, to witness the annual wildest migration is a gem you need not miss.
Early morning full day and night game drives in different National Parks reward you with great views of various wild animals. Expect to see Lions, Elephants, Zebras, Giraffes, Harbebeest, Uganda kobs, Impalas, Cheetahs, Topis, Hyenas, Leopards. Rhinos, Gazelles, Dik Diks, Oribis, Waterbuck Warthogs, Wild dogs, serval cats and buffalos, among others, living freely in the wilderness.
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Superfine Birding safaris
Discover notable birds in East Africa by booking and taking part in our guided birding safaris to Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. We guide you to all birding destinations in East Africa where you see different bird species, ticking them off your bird list.
An encounter with the shoebill stork at Mabamba wetland in Uganda, Lesser and greater flamingoes on Nakuru and Lake Naivasha in Kenya, and a tour to all forested, swampy and other birding destinations is a chance to see various birds, some of which are endemic and rarely seen in many places. Popular birding safaris include
10 Days Uganda birding Journey
25 Days Uganda 6 Rwanda birding
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Superfine Honeymoon Safaris
For the newly married, our superfine honeymoon safaris are the best for you. Celebrate your new marriage in the jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest as you trek the endangered mountain gorillas, chill on the white sandy beaches of Mombasa, go for a game driving experience, cruise on the calm waters of East Africa, or hold hands and take a walk in the wilderness.
Our honeymoon safaris entail a variety of activities to engage in and free days to just chill and enjoy each other’s company. We book you in Romantic lodge, hotels allowing you sweet romance, intimacy, safety, and enjoyment! Candlelit dinners, dinner cruise, and picnic lunches are some of the unique experiences on our honeymoon safaris
Other superfine experiences
Besides gorilla trekking, honeymoon, birding and game viewing safaris, Superfine Safaris offers other interesting experiences you should not miss out.
Go chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest Rwanda and Kibale Forest National Park, Uganda an opportunity to interact with the endangered chimpanzees, who rank as man’s close relatives sharing over 985 of human DNA. Also, our volcano climbing adventures to Mount Karimbi, Mount Bisoke, Mount Rwenzori, Mount Sabyinyo, Mount Gahinga, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Nyiragongo, and Mount Kenya are a great opportunity for adventure seekers.
You can combine mountain hiking with other wildlife experiences such as game viewing or mountain gorilla trekking to make a complete package. Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda is a must-do for primate lovers
Our community tours take you to meet and interact with local people in their local communities. Visit the Batwa pygmies in Uganda and Rwanda, not forgetting the Masai of Kenya and Harzabe of Tanzania
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FAQs About Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Uganda & Rwanda
Answers to Frequently asked Questions about gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda and Rwanda. Often times, travelers planning gorilla trekking safaris have many questions in their minds. Most of these questions are asked during inquiry and booking process to help travelers plan for their gorilla safaris accordingly. The common gorilla trekking questions include
What is gorilla trekking?
First of all, what is gorilla trekking? What about it? Well, gorilla trekking is an act of walking through dense forests searching for the endangered gorillas. The experience takes visitors through rain forests following slashed narrow trails by ranger guides. Trekking can last for several hours depending on where gorillas are located.
Where can I go gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda?
Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda takes place only in three National Parks in the whole world. The gorilla parks are Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Each gorilla park offers a unique gorilla trekking experience worth every penny. Travelers can trek gorillas in both National Parks to have a feel of trekking in both parks
Which is better for gorilla trekking: Uganda or Rwanda?
Both Rwanda and Uganda offer lifetime gorilla trekking experiences to travelers. Uganda shelters the highest number of gorillas offering a high number of travelers a chance to see gorillas in their natural habitats. Also, gorilla trekking in Uganda is cheaper at $800 compared to Rwanda. On the other hand, Rwanda offers luxury gorilla trekking safaris at $1500 per permit. Also, Volcanoes National Park Rwanda is strategically located 2-3 hours from Kigali Airport making it more accessible for travelers with limited time. The best choice of gorilla trekking destination depends on the budget, travel style, and itinerary preferences.
How much does a gorilla trekking permit cost?
The gorilla trekking permit in each country varies. Each gorilla trekking permit in Uganda costs $800 for foreign nonresidents and $700 for foreign residents. In Rwanda, each permit costs $1500 for all travelers. Uganda generally offers more affordable permits than Rwanda, making it a popular choice for budget and mid-range travelers. Superfine Safaris Limited helps you to reserve and book gorilla permits in Uganda and Rwanda. We offer customized gorilla trekking packages in Uganda and Rwanda
How difficult is gorilla trekking?
How difficulty is gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda is another commonly asked question by many travelers planning gorilla trekking safaris. Trekking in Uganda is generally strenuous compared to Rwanda. Trekking time ranges from 30 minutes to over 6 hours depending on the location of gorillas and the hiking speed. Travelers are required to have some reasonable level of fitness to be able to trek gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda
What is the minimum age for gorilla trekking?
The minimum age for gorilla trekking in both Uganda and Rwanda is 15 years. This regulation helps protect the gorillas and ensures the safety of visitors.
How close can visitors get to mountain gorillas?
The recommended time between gorillas and travelers is 7 meters. This distance is to avoid close interaction with gorillas avoiding the risk of spreading human wildlife illnesses. Also, travelers are remined that mountain gorillas are wild animals which move freely in their wild. They can come so close to you to endeavor to step back and ensure distance
What should I wear for gorilla trekking?
What to wear for gorilla trekking is another common question by most travelers. The recommended packing list includes Long sleeved shirts, long trousers, waterproof hiking boots, rain jacket, gardening gloves, poncho, hat, sunscreen, first aid kit, toiletries and energy giving snacks. You are also advised to carry enough drinking water to keep you hydrated.
Can I take photographs during gorilla trekking?
Yes, travelers can talk photos during gorilla trekking adventure. However, avoid flash light cameras and remember to keep a distance. Flash lights put gorillas on tension forcing them to behave wildly in their defense.
What is the best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda?
The dry seasons from June to September and December to February are generally considered the best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda. This season is characterized by sunshine, hiking trails are dry and less muddy making it easy to hike through. However, gorilla trekking can be done throughout the year. In Uganda, the wet months of April, May and November attract a discount on gorilla permits at $600 each
Are mountain gorillas dangerous?
YES; mountain gorillas are wild animals which can be dangerous when disrupted. However, in general, Mountain gorillas are peaceful and shy animals. The gorilla habituation experience in which gorillas are trained to get familiar which make them more friendly to people.
How many people are allowed to visit a gorilla family?
A maximum of eight visitors is allowed to visit a habituated gorilla family each day. This helps minimize stress on the gorillas and supports conservation efforts. In gorilla habituation experience, only four people are allowed on a trek. These however hike alongside gorilla doctors, researchers and rangers.
Can gorilla trekking be combined with other safari activities?
Yes, Gorilla trekking can easily be combined with other wildlife experiences to make a complete package. The common gorilla trekking addons include chimpanzee tracking, cultural experiences, game viewing, birdwatching, and nature walks in Uganda and Rwanda. At superfine Safaris limited, we offer customized Uganda and Rwanda safaris combining gorilla trekking and other wildlife experiences
Is gorilla trekking worth the cost?
YES, Gorilla trekking is worth the cost and is ranked as one of the best wildlife experiences in the wild. Despite the high cost of gorilla trekking, travelers still consider it as the best wildlife experience worth every penny.
How far in advance should I book a gorilla safari?
Gorilla safari booking is advisable at least 3–6 months in advance, especially during peak travel seasons. Gorilla permits are limited and often sell out quickly.