Discover Uganda & East Africa

Welcome to Gorilla walking safaris discovering a completely different side of Uganda and East Africa. We offer tailor made Uganda safari through East African destinations right away from Uganda where our travel journey begins. Embark on an authentic Uganda Safari exploring Uganda’s human closest Relatives the chimpanzees and Mountain Gorillas of Uganda that live freely in mist covered rain forests, combined cross-boarder Safaris with unending game in Africa’s vibrant & finest Savannah parks.

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The Ultimate Ugandan Heatwave Cure🔥

Did you know that some of the best travel experiences aren't found in a guidebook.

This is Omunaanasi, a traditional Ugandan staple that’s as sustainable as it is refreshing.The Secret behind is,It’s made by boiling pineapple peels, fresh ginger, and tea leaves.

When chilled, the spicy kick from the ginger balanced with natural pineapple sweetness makes it the ultimate thirst-quencher.

We Don’t just visit the sights; we taste the local lifestyle for a truly authentic sip of East African hospitality.

#TravelUganda #Omunaanasi #AuthenticTravel #SustainableSips #EastAfricanFlavors

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The Shoebill bird of Uganda: Africa's Most Prehistoric-Looking Bird

If you’ve ever seen a photo of a bird that looks like it stepped out of the age of dinosaurs, chances are you were looking at a shoebill. With its massive, clog-shaped bill, piercing pale eyes, and statue-like stillness, the shoebill (Balaeniceps rex) is one of the most striking and sought-after birds on the planet — and Uganda is one of the very best places on Earth to see one in the wild. What…

The Shoebill bird of Uganda: Africa's Most Prehistoric-Looking Bird

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How to Book a Safari in Uganda: A Golf and Gorillas Guide

There are two ways to plan a Uganda safari. The first is to treat it like a checklist: pick a park, find a lodge, buy a permit, fly home. The second is to treat it like a story you’re building on purpose, where a misty morning with mountain gorillas in Bwindi is followed, a day or two later, by a relaxed eighteen holes on the shores of Lake Victoria. If you’re the second kind of traveler, this…

How to Book a Safari in Uganda: A Golf and Gorillas Guide

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Do you know you can go just birding in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park?

Birding in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is an experience unlike any other in Africa. Tucked into the misty highlands of southwestern Uganda, this ancient rainforest is celebrated worldwide for its extraordinary biodiversity. And with over 350 recorded bird species, it stands as one of the continent’s true birding paradises. For birdwatchers, Bwindi is sacred ground. Its dense canopy,…

Do you know you can go just birding in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park?

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Behind the scenes of Lwera Swamp, Lake Victoria

What looks like a quiet wetland is actually a working landscape. Local fishermen and sand harvesters navigate these waters daily — dugout canoes loaded with sand mined straight from the lakebed, a livelihood for many communities along the shore.

But this scene also tells a bigger story. Wetlands like Lwera are vital buffers for Lake Victoria — filtering runoff, supporting fish breeding grounds, and protecting against flooding. Unregulated sand mining and wetland degradation are real threats to this ecosystem's

The beauty and the pressures these landscapes face.Hmmmm

Lake Victoria isn't just scenery — it's a lifeline. Let's travel in ways that protect it.

#SustainableTourism #LakeVictoria #ResponsibleTravel #WetlandConservation #UgandaTourism #EcoTravel

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Pit stop on the way to Bwindi

Touched down at Kihihi airstrip and hit the road for Bwindi — but no safari is complete without a proper coffee break along the way. Gorilla Walking Safaris Will set up the perfect roadside refreshment stop: fresh juice, hot coffee, and a little slice of comfort tucked among the eucalyptus trees.

The journey is part of the adventure.

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Semuliki National Park: Uganda's Best-Kept Secret

Tucked away in the western reaches of Uganda, hugging the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo,mount Rwenzori views, and a few hours drive from the engendered mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. Semuliki National Park is one of East Africa’s most remarkable and least-explored wilderness areas. Far from the well-trodden safari circuits, Semuliki offers something increasingly rare in modern…

Semuliki National Park: Uganda's Best-Kept Secret

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Travel doesn’t stop, it adjusts

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Big Updates for Uganda Wildlife Permits!

The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has announced new tariff adjustments effective 1 July 2026. If you are planning an upcoming safari, here is what you need to know to lock in your rates:

Key Tariff Changes:

Gorilla Trekking: Now $800 FNR / $700 FR / $500 ROA / UGX 300,000 EAC.

Gorilla Habituation: Increased by $300, bringing the new price to $1,800 for Foreign Non-Residents.

Chimpanzee Tracking (Kibale): Now $300 FNR / $200 FR / $100 ROA / UGX 180,000 EAC.

📌 Pro-Tip from Gorilla walking safaris:Permits are subject to availability and sell out months in advance. We highly recommend booking early to secure your spot before these new rates kick in!

📥 Planning a trip? Let us handle your permits and itinerary seamlessly.Gorilla Walking Safaris

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Think a world-class safari is out of reach? Think again.

The "secret season" in Uganda is one of the absolute best times to travel. Booking during the low season doesn’t just mean fewer crowds—it means incredible savings on permits and luxury lodges that usually have massive waiting lists.

Imagine sitting inches away from a family of mountain gorillas in Bwindi, hearing nothing but the sound of the forest, completely uninterrupted by massive tourist crowds.

We are currently securing heavily discounted low-season permits and custom packaging them with premium transport and logistics.

Space is limited as permit allocations fill fast even in the quiet months.

📥 DM us "LOW SEASON" [email protected] or drop a comment below, and our team will send over a custom, hassle-free itinerary tailored to your budget. Let’s get you to the Pearl of Africa!

#ExploreUganda #GorillaTrekking #BwindiImpenetrable #SafariUganda #UgandaTourism #TravelDeals #VisitUganda

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New airport in Ugandas most diverse National park

New airport in Ugandas most diverse National park

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Everything they told you about Uganda is a lie.👇

Before you booked this trip, everyone will tell you it’s just a standard safari destination.

They completely forgot to mention:

1️⃣ The capital city (Kampala) has the most chaotic, high-energy, non-stop nightlife on the continent. Period.

2️⃣ You can raft down the literal source of the Nile River and bungee jump into it.

3️⃣ The people here are aggressively welcoming. Like, "invite you to their family lunch within 5 minutes of meeting"

4️⃣You can fly to the Gorillas and back, or destination in Uganda.

If Uganda isn't on your bucket list for 2026, you're genuinely missing out on the best-kept secret in Africa.

Share this with the friend you’d risk a Kampala Boda Boda ride with! 🏍️

#UgandaTravel #VisitUganda #ExploreUganda #TravelAfrica #KampalaNightlife #TravelBucketList #HiddenGem #Rolex

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Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: Uganda's Crown Jewel of Wildlife and Conservation

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one of Africa’s most extraordinary protected areas, nestled in the mist-covered highlands of southwestern Uganda. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a place of almost mythical biodiversity, Bwindi is most celebrated for one thing above all else — being one of the last strongholds on earth for the endangered mountain gorilla. Located in the southwestern corner…

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: Uganda's Crown Jewel of Wildlife and Conservation

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Celebrating the real heroes of conservation this Heroes' Day!

At Gorilla Walking Safaris, we honor the dedicated personnel, rangers, trackers, volunteers, mothers and children and local communities who work tirelessly every day to protect Uganda 🇺🇬 and the endangered mountain gorillas and their natural habitat.

Your bravery and dedication keep these gentle giants safe for generations to come.

Happy Heroes' Day to everyone protecting Uganda's natural heritage!

#HeroesDay #GorillaConservation #VisitUganda #GorillaWalkingSafaris #WildlifeHeroes #SharedHabitats

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Samburu National Park: Kenya's Northern Gem and the Perfect Gateway to Uganda's Gorillas

Few destinations in East Africa stir the soul quite like Samburu National Reserve. Tucked into Kenya’s rugged Northern Frontier District, this remote and sun-scorched wilderness is a world away from the well-trodden circuits of the Masai Mara — and that, for the discerning traveller, is precisely the point. Samburu is raw, ancient, and breathtakingly beautiful. And when paired with a gorilla…

Samburu National Park: Kenya's Northern Gem and the Perfect Gateway to Uganda's Gorillas

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The dream of a #BorderlessAfrica is becoming a reality!

From Rwanda and Kenya opening

their doors to fellow Africans, to the Republic of Congo, Burundi and Togo announcing their total visa removal for 2027, the narrative is shifting. No African is a foreigner in Africa.

#AfricaUnite #OneAfrica #AfCFTA #PanAfricanism #exploreuganda

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🏆 AFCON 2027 is coming, and East Africa is ready!

From major stadium upgrades to next-level hospitality prep, Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania are teaming up to welcome the continent. It is more than just football—it is a massive get together, vibrant cultures, and local businesses.

As you Get ready for an unforgettable Pamoja experience! Let’s help you prepare

#AFCON2027 #PamojaBid #EastAfricaTourism #VisitUganda #VisitKenya #DestinationTanzania