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French1-Day Gorilla Tracking Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Offered by - Safari 2 Gorilla Tours Ltd
Tour Features
Embark on a thrilling 1-day gorilla tracking adventure in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, starting and ending at the scenic Lake Bunyonyi. This short yet unforgettable experience takes you deep into the bamboo forests of the Virunga Mountains, where you’ll come face-to-face with the rare and majestic mountain gorillas. Ideal for travelers with limited time, this tour offers an intense and intimate wildlife encounter within a single day.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Cannot be customized | The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Normal 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Uganda
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| Day 1: | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | No meals selected |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day Day 1: - Lake Bunyonyi – Mgahinga Gorilla Tracking – Return to Lake B
After an early breakfast at your hotel on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi, you will meet your professional driver-guide who will brief you and transfer you to the Ntebeko/Muhabura Visitor Center in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll attend a mandatory pre-trek briefing conducted by a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger. Afterwards, your guided trek begins—venturing into the dense montane forest in search of the gorillas. The trek can range from 2 to 8 hours depending on the gorilla’s location. Once located, you’ll spend one magical hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat. After the encounter, you’ll trek back to the starting point, rejoin your driver, and return to Lake Bunyonyi, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening—marking the end of your memorable gorilla tracking experience.
Main Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Meals & Drinks: No meals selected
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Nov 14, 2025 - Jun 30, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and ends in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and ends in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
Offered By
Safari 2 Gorilla Tours Ltd
Kenya
Rwanda
Tanzania
Uganda
At Safari 2 Gorilla Tours, we specialize in creating unforgettable gorilla trekking adventures in the heart of Africa. With years of experience, our expert guides ensure a safe, immersive, and responsible wildlife experience, bringing you face-to-face with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
From breathtaking forest landscapes to close encounters with some of the world’s most iconic wildlife, every tour is designed to leave you with memories that last a lifetime. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a first-time wildlife explorer, we offer personalized safari experiences that combine adventure, comfort, and conservation awareness.
Why Choose Us:
• Expert local guides with in-depth knowledge of gorilla behavior
• Responsible and eco-friendly trekking practices
• Tailor-made itineraries to suit your interests and schedule
• Small group tours for a more intimate wildlife experience
Join us at Safari 2 Gorilla Tours and discover the magic of Africa’s wild wonders — one unforgettable gorilla trek at a time.
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