Author name: Gorilla Permits

Gorilla Trekking for First-Time Trekkers—What You Need to Know If you’re planning your first gorilla trekking adventure, you’re about to experience one of the most unforgettable wildlife encounters on Earth. Trekking through the misty forests of Uganda, Rwanda, or the Democratic Republic of Congo brings you face-to-face with the world’s last mountain gorillas. It’s thrilling, […]

Sustainable Tourism in Gorilla Trekking—Protecting the Wild While You Explore Sustainable tourism gorilla trekking. Gorilla trekking is one of Africa’s most powerful wildlife experiences. It brings travelers deep into misty mountain forests to meet endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. But this privilege comes with responsibility. Without care, tourism can threaten the very wildlife

Oruzogo Gorilla Family—The Playful Clan of Ruhija. Ruhija sector gorilla trekking. The Oruzogo Gorilla Family ranks among the most well-known habituated gorilla groups in the Ruhija Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda. Renowned for their lively behavior and playful juveniles, the Oruzogo family offers an exciting and memorable gorilla trekking experience for visitors seeking

Kyaguliro Gorilla Family—The Research Group of Bwindi’s Ruhija Sector Hidden deep within the Ruhija Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the Kyaguliro Gorilla Family stands apart from the rest—not just in location, but in purpose. This family is not primarily visited by tourists. For years, it has been dedicated to research and conservation monitoring, making

Mubare Gorilla Group—Meet the First Family of Bwindi The Mubare Gorilla Group holds a special place in Uganda’s conservation history. This is the oldest habituated gorilla family in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and, indeed, in all of Uganda. For anyone with an interest in primate conservation, tracking this group is like walking through the pages of

Rushegura Gorilla Group—The Gentle Giants of Buhoma The Rushegura Gorilla Group is one of the most beloved families in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, located in the Buhoma Sector. Known for their calm nature and frequent proximity to the park headquarters, this group offers one of the most accessible and rewarding gorilla trekking experiences in Uganda.

Buhoma Sector—The Birthplace of Gorilla Trekking in Uganda Buhoma Sector is located in the northern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. It was the first area in Uganda to open for gorilla trekking back in 1993, when the Mubare Gorilla Group was habituated. Since then, Buhoma has become one of the most iconic destinations for

Ruhija Sector – A Peaceful Gorilla Trekking Haven in Bwindi Ruhija sector, perched on a high ridge in the eastern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is one of the park’s most serene and less-traveled regions. Known for its cool climate, rich biodiversity, and peaceful atmosphere, Ruhija offers a tranquil gorilla trekking experience away from

Rushaga Sector – The Heart of Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi The Rushaga sector, located in the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is Uganda’s most diverse gorilla trekking region. It’s the only sector in Bwindi that offers both standard gorilla trekking and the Gorilla Habituation Experience, making it a favorite among wildlife enthusiasts and