How much is a gorilla tour? This is a frequently asked question by travellers intending to go gorilla trekking in either Rwanda or Uganda – the only Safe places to trek Mountain gorillas in the Wild.
In today’s article, we will break down the cost of a gorilla tour for travellers intending to go gorilla trekking in either Uganda or Rwanda. (5 minutes read)
Among the top things to consider when planning a gorilla tour is;
- Cost of a Gorilla Permit,
- Cost of Accommodation & Meals.
- Transport to your gorilla trekking destination.
Cost of Gorilla Permits; How much is a gorilla Tour
The success in planning a gorilla tour is directly affected by the availability of gorilla permits – an official document (card) confirming that you have paid the gorilla permit fees ( Uganda = $700, Rwanda = $1,500 per person). Realm Africa Safaris™ – the best Gorilla safari company – can assist you to book a gorilla permit. Contact Us now to start the process – We recommend doing this at least 6 months in advance.
Cost of Accommodation & Meals
Much as we do operate Extreme Adventure Gorilla Camping Safaris, Most of our clients especially first & second timer travellers prefer to stay at gorilla safari lodges. The Lodges that we recommend and use for our gorilla tours in Uganda & Rwanda offer full board rates that cater for accommodation and meals during your gorilla trip with Realm Africa Safaris™.
- Budget Gorilla Safari lodges cost $50 – $90 per person per night. If multiplied by 2 nights gives you $80 to $120 for the 02 nights.
- Midrange Gorilla safari lodges cost $100 – $500 per person per night with meals (breakfast, lunch & Dinners) included in the price. Multiplying this by the 2 nights gives you $140 to $400 for the 02 nights stay.
- Luxury Gorilla Safari Lodges range from $600 – $2,000 per person per night with meals (breakfast, lunch & Dinners) included in the price. Multiplying this by the 2 nights gives you $1,200 to $4,000 for the 02-night stay.
Cost of Transport:
The category of transport that you choose to use to get you to your desired gorilla trekking destination in Uganda or Rwanda does greatly affect the overall price of your gorilla tour.
If by car, a 5 seater Toyota LandCruiser will cost $250, and a 7 seater Toyota Landcruiser will cost 300 per day (cost can be split among travellers if travelling in a group). Included in the price is; Vehicle hire, fuel costs, and the services of a local driver-guide
In Uganda, you could opt to downsize on transport and instead ask for a Toyota Super custom which costs $150 – $200 per Day. (cost can be shared among travellers if travelling in a group). Included in the price is; Vehicle hire, fuel costs, and the services of a local driver-guide.
The other alternative is to Fly:
- If in Uganda, Flying to the gorillas is definitely a cheaper way to get & and out of the gorilla sanctuary. flights with Aerolink cost about $250 per person – one-way 0r $500 round trip.
- If trekking Gorillas in Rwanda, while it is possible to fly by helicopter from Kigali to Volcanoes it might cost a fortune to charter an entire helicopter from Akagera Aviation. *The drive is only 2-hours on a paved road from Kigali and is a scenic drive – you will get there sooner than you might expect.
Company Mark-up
It’s only fair that we get paid for the service! Realm Africa Safaris™ adds a 10 – 20% mark-up on the figures mentioned above. It’s the only way we can survive as a small business.
Let’s do the mathematics for your Gorilla tour with Realm Africa Safaris™
If Uganda is your choice, look at what it would cost to go on a 3 Days Budget Gorilla Safari to Bwindi Forest National Park in 2022 – 2023:
- Gorilla Permit – $700 per person
- Accommodation & Meals – $90 x 2nights = $180.
- Car rental (with driver) – 110x 3 Days = $330.
- Fuel Round trip – $250
- Company Markup (10%) = $146
Total Price of a Private 03 Days Gorilla tour in Uganda = $1,606
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If Rwanda is your choice, a 3 Days Budget Gorilla Safari to Volcanoes National Park:
- Gorilla Permit – $1,500
- Accommodation & Meals – $100 x 2nights = $200.
- Transport (car) – 100 x 3 Days = $300.
- Fuel = $150.
- Company Markup (10%) = $215
Total Price of a 03 Days Budget Rwanda Gorilla Safari = $2,365
*Rwanda Gorilla Permits Cost USD1,500 per person – see: Why Rwanda Gorilla Permits are so expensive.
Popular Rwanda Gorilla Safaris & Tours for 2022 – 2023 Price of a gorilla tour
Kindly treat all the rates & figures mentioned in this article as a guide – as these can change from time to time. Contact Us for updates regarding the price of a gorilla tour to Uganda or Rwanda.
