African Gorilla Safari & Chimpanzee Tours | Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Safari

Gorilla safaris are based in Rwanda, Uganda and the DRC, whose spectacular lush jungles provide the perfect habitat for the endangered Gorilla population.

While there has been an increase in the Gorilla population in recent years, they are still one of world's the most endangered species, in desperate need of conservation.

Uganda is a lush country, varying from dense African jungle, vast inland wetlands and lakes to modern cities. Kampala is the capital city of Uganda. This bustling, cosmopolitan city reflects the ongoing economic growth and political stability of modern day Uganda.

The main tourist attraction is Entebbe, which is used as the starting point for Uganda Gorilla Treks. Uganda is home to a number of National Parks which boast a broad diversity of wildlife including Gorrilas and Chimpanzees. Ngamba Island is a short boat trip from Entebbe, and is a private Chimpanzee sanctuary, allowing both overnight and day visits on Chimpanzee Safari Tours.

Located in Southwest Uganda, near Kasese, Queen Elizabeth National Park boasts one of the highest biodiversity ratings of any game reserve in the world. Almost 100 mammal species and a remarkable 606 bird species make this spectacular safari territory.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park has more than half of the global population of an estimated population of 780 Mountain Gorillas. Located in south-western Uganda bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo, this UNESCO World Heritage site boasts over 326 Mountain Gorillas, the largest and rarest of all ape species.

Uganda's largest national park protects a chunk of untamed African savannah bisected by the mighty river Nile. It is named after the dramatic Murchison Falls. Rabongo Forest is home to Chimpanzees and other rainforest creatures.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is located in the southwestern corner of Uganda. The Park covers the northern slopes of the three northernmost Virunga Volcanoes, known for its Gorilla population. The habituated Gorilla in this park is called the Nyakagezi Gorilla family.

The most accessible of Uganda's major rainforests, Kibale National Park is home to a remarkable 13 primate species. Kibale's major attraction is the opportunity to track habituated Chimpanzees on a Chimpanzee trek safari.

Rwanda is a land of great diversity and beauty and is famous for its Gorillas. Get to know Rwanda's gentle giants on various Rwanda Gorilla Safaris. The capital city Kigali, is located at Rwanda's geographical heart. Kigali is blessed with a moderate high altitude climate and is conveniently located within three hours' drive of the main tourist sites such as the Parc des Volcans.

Situated in the far northwest of Rwanda, the Parc des Volcans is a haven to numerous mammal and bird species, the most notable being the endangered Mountain Gorilla. In this dense tropical forest environment you can witness the spectacular Virunga volcanoes while on a Rwanda Gorilla tracking safari.

Nyungwe Forest National Park in southern Rwanda is known for its large families of Colombus monkeys, chimpanzees and over other 14 species of Primates, as well as 86 mammal species. Nyungwe is one of the largest mountainous rainforests remaining in Africa.