Gorilla trekking cost: Uganda vs Rwanda
A gorilla permit is the single biggest cost of a gorilla safari, and prices differ a lot between Uganda and Rwanda. Here is a clear comparison, with real trip prices.
5 Oct 20263 min read
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Category: Gorillas & primates
Photography tips for gorillas and chimps
Forest primates are among the hardest and most rewarding subjects in wildlife photography. These practical tips will help you come home with images you are proud of.
3 Oct 20263 min read
Chimpanzee tracking vs habituation in Kibale
Kibale offers two ways to meet its chimpanzees: a classic one-hour tracking walk, or a longer habituation day with researchers. Here is how they compare.
3 Oct 20263 min read
Uganda’s 2026 low-season gorilla permits explained
In February 2026 the Uganda Wildlife Authority introduced cheaper gorilla and chimpanzee permits for its quietest months. Here is what changed, who it suits and how to use it.
3 Oct 20263 min read
Bwindi’s four gorilla sectors compared
Your gorilla permit is for one of Bwindi’s four sectors, and each has its own character, families, lodges and travel times. Here is how to choose.
3 Oct 20263 min read
Rwanda gorilla permit discounts explained
Rwanda’s gorilla permits cost US$1,500, but from November to May you can save 30% by spending time in the country’s other national parks. Here is how it works.
3 Oct 20263 min read
Uganda or Rwanda: where should you trek gorillas?
Both countries offer the same magical hour with mountain gorillas. The differences lie in price, access, terrain and what else you can do, and the right choice depends on you.
3 Oct 20263 min read
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