Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Sit face-to-face with a mountain gorilla family in one of the last untouched rainforests on Earth.
An Encounter Like No Other
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. From our lodge, you're already at the doorstep, a short transfer to the park headquarters, then a guided trek through dense rainforest until you're sitting quietly a few meters from a wild gorilla family. Treks can take anywhere from thirty minutes to five hours depending on where the family is that day, and every visit is capped at one hour with the gorillas to keep them undisturbed.
Why Trek With Trekkers Tavern Cottages
We handle the logistics so you can focus on the moment you came for.
Expert Local Guides
Our guides grew up around this forest and track gorilla families for a living, not just for tourists.
Permits Handled For You
We secure your gorilla permit in advance so you don't have to navigate the booking system yourself.
Small Group Sizes
Gorilla groups are capped at eight visitors by park regulation — an intimate, unhurried experience.
Safety First
Armed ranger escorts, clear briefings, and porters available to help carry your daypack on the trail.
Gorilla Encounters
A look at the trek and the moments that make it unforgettable.
Choose Your Safari
From a quick one-day trek to a fuller four-day Bwindi immersion — pick the pace that suits your trip.
1 Day
1 Day Gorilla Trek
A single, focused day for travelers short on time — trek into Bwindi and spend your hour with a gorilla family before heading onward the same day.
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2 Days
2 Day Gorilla Safari
Arrive, settle in, and rest before your trek the next morning — a relaxed option that still fits a short trip.
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3 Days
3 Day Gorilla Safari
Your gorilla trek plus an extra day for a guided nature walk or a visit to a local community.
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4 Days
4 Day Gorilla Safari
The full Bwindi experience — trekking, nature walks, a community visit, and time to properly unwind at the lodge.
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The essentials before you book.
Do I need a permit, and can you arrange it?
Yes, a gorilla trekking permit is required and permits are limited each day. We arrange this for you in advance when you book — just let us know your preferred trek date as early as possible.
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — the minimum age for gorilla trekking is fifteen years old. Younger family members are welcome to join nature walks or community visits instead.
How fit do I need to be?
A reasonable level of fitness helps — the terrain is steep and the altitude is real — but we move at the pace of the slowest walker, and porters are available to carry your daypack.
What should I bring?
Sturdy, broken-in hiking boots, a light rain jacket even in dry season, long trousers and long sleeves for the nettles, gardening gloves, and a warm layer for cool mountain evenings.
When is the best time to trek?
June to August and December to February offer easier, drier trails. The wetter months bring fewer visitors and a greener forest — the gorillas themselves are here year-round.
Ready to Meet the Gorillas?
Tell us your dates and how many days you'd like, and we'll take care of the permit and the planning.