
2025 Gorilla Permit Rates
Foreign non-residents: USD 800 for standard trekking (1 hour with gorillas). Gorilla habituation experience: USD 1,500 (4 hours, max 4 visitors). Permits are issued by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA).
Book Early
Peak season (Jun-Sep, Dec-Feb) sells out 3-6 months ahead. Decade Tours holds allocation relationships with UWA and can secure permits even when publicly sold out.
Bwindi vs Mgahinga
Bwindi has more habituated families and sectors. Mgahinga offers a quieter experience with golden monkey tracking on the Virunga volcanoes.

About Dr. Sarah Namubiru
Dr. Sarah Namubiru is part of the Decade Tours team, sharing first-hand safari and travel insights from across Uganda and East Africa.
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