A gorilla Safari might be the most expensive adventure travel experience in Africa. The price of a gorilla safari is overly affected by the price of gorilla permits. Gorilla Permit prices vary depending on where you choose to go; Uganda, Rwanda, or DR Congo. Why is gorilla trekking so costly
We only recommend Trekking gorillas in Rwanda or Uganda and NOT DR Congo.
Mountain gorilla Permits in Rwanda cost USD1,500 per person trekking Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park and USD700 per person for tracking mountain gorillas in Bwindi or Mgahinga National Park in Uganda.
A Uganda gorilla safari and all related Costs
- Uganda gorilla permit price:
In Uganda, a gorilla tracking permit costs US$700 per person for Foreign non-residents (international tourists) but has been temporarily revised to $400 as a recovery move during the ongoing COVID-19 Era.
- Accommodation costs in Uganda
Uganda offers a varied range of accommodation from very basic budget tented camps with shared ablution spaces, affordable -midrange gorilla safari lodges to great-value high-end gorilla safari lodges located in the serenity of the Mountain gorillas.
Cost estimates for accommodation on a Uganda Gorilla Safari.
Budget: $50-$70 per person per night based on 02 sharing.
Mid-range: $80-$120 per person per night based on 02 sharing.
High-end(Luxury): $300-$3,000 per person per night based on 02 sharing.
Except for the budget lodges which usually charge Bed & Breakfast rates, all other properties in the midrange & luxury category charge Fullboard rates which include; breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Sample Uganda gorilla safaris
For all Rwanda gorilla tours with Realm Africa safaris™, we include a gorilla tracking permit, private transport, English-speaking guide, accommodation, and meals.
- Transport costs in Uganda
Bwindi & Mgahinga national park – where all the gorilla trekking happens in Uganda is a 9-10 hours drive from Kampala/Entebbe. The most common way of getting from Kampala to Bwindi/Mgahinga is by road. Most people book an all-inclusive holiday which caters to transport. However, for you that want to know what transport from Kampala/Entebbe to Bwindi may cost;
- Toyota Super custom – seats up to 5 costs $100 – $190 per vehicle per day.
- Toyota Landcruiser – 5 seater costs $200 – $250 per vehicle per day.
- Toyota Landcruiser – 7 seater costs $250 – $300 per vehicle per day.
The prices mentioned above include; vehicle hire, fuel, and driver fees per day.
If your budget allows, you may consider flying from Entebbe International Airport or out of Kajjansi airfield to Bwindi or Mgahinga National park.
See: How driving compares to flying.
A Rwanda gorilla safari and all related Costs Why is gorilla trekking so costly
- Rwanda gorilla permit prices:
A Gorilla tracking permit in Rwanda costs US$1,500 for Foreign non-residents (international tourists) but has been temporarily revised to $500 as a recovery move during the ongoing COVID-19 Era.
- Accommodation costs in Rwanda
Rwanda markets itself as a luxury gorilla trekking destination something that is clearly reflected in pricings of accommodation facilities that include very opulent gorilla safari lodges like; Bisate Lodge, Governors Camp, and the newest addition being Kwitonda Lodge.
Cost estimates for accommodation on a Rwanda Gorilla Safari.
Budget: $30 – $50 per person per night based on 02 sharing | See: Budget accommodation in Musanze.
Mid-range: $80 – $250 per person per night based on 02 sharing | See: Midrange Lodges near Volcanoes NP.
High-end (Luxury): $300-$3,000 per person per night based on 02 sharing | See: Luxury lodges near Volcanoes National Park.
Except for the budget lodges which usually charge Bed & Breakfast rates, all other properties in the midrange & luxury category charge Fullboard rates which include; breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Sample Rwanda gorilla safaris
- 01-day Gorilla Safari in Rwanda for around $1,700 per person.
- 02-day Rwanda gorilla tour for $2,500 per person.
- 03-days Rwanda gorilla safari for $3,500 to $5,000 per person.
For all Rwanda gorilla tours with Realm Africa safaris™, we include a gorilla tracking permit, private transport, English-speaking guide, accommodation, and meals.
- Transport costs in Rwanda Why is gorilla trekking so costly
Volcanoes national park- where all the gorilla trekking happens is only two hours drive from Kigali, making the gorillas in Rwanda far more accessible than in Uganda. The most common way of getting from Kigali to Volcanoes is by road. Most people book an all-inclusive holiday which caters to transport. However, for you that want to know what transport from Kigali to Volcanoes may cost; Toyota Landcruisers cost $200 – $250 per vehicle per day. The price is inclusive of vehicle hire, fuel, and driver fees per day.
Helicopter transfers from Kigali (Rwanda) can be arranged at an additional cost.
