Signature safari package
7-Day Gorillas & Golden Monkeys in Mgahinga
A primate-focused escape to southwestern Uganda, bringing together mountain-gorilla trekking, golden-monkey tracking and dramatic Virunga landscapes.
Your journey at a glance
About this safari
For travellers whose main interest is primates, this journey focuses on the volcanic highlands of southwestern Uganda and the forests around Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
The programme is built around two distinct guided experiences: a mountain-gorilla trek and a golden-monkey trek. Time around Kisoro and Lake Mutanda adds space to appreciate the region’s scenery and communities.
The memorable moments
Safari highlights
A carefully selected mix of wildlife, scenery and local experiences.
- Mountain-gorilla trekking in Mgahinga, subject to permit availability
- Golden-monkey tracking in the bamboo forest
- Scenic views of the Virunga volcanoes
- Time around Lake Mutanda and optional locally guided experiences
The route
Your day-by-day itinerary
This is a suggested route. We confirm the final order, lodges, permits and timings around your travel dates.
- DAY1
Entebbe
Arrival in Entebbe
Meet your driver at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest after your international flight and receive a briefing about the highland journey and trekking days.
- DAY2
Entebbe · Kisoro
Travel to the Kisoro highlands
Depart after breakfast for southwestern Uganda. The drive is a full travel day with planned breaks through the countryside and highlands. Arrive near Mgahinga and settle into your lodge.
- DAY3
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Mountain-gorilla trekking
Attend the morning park briefing before entering the forest with authorised trackers and guides to search for a habituated gorilla family. Trekking can be steep and physically demanding; the time in the forest depends on where the gorillas are located.
- DAY4
Kisoro · Lake Mutanda
Lake Mutanda and local experiences
Take a more relaxed day around Lake Mutanda. Depending on local operating arrangements, choose a canoe excursion, a scenic walk or a community experience hosted by local partners.
- DAY5
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Golden-monkey tracking
Return to the park for a guided golden-monkey tracking experience in the bamboo zone. Learn about the forest habitat and observe these lively primates while following the park rules.
- DAY6
Kisoro
A free day in the Virunga foothills
Enjoy a flexible day for photography, rest or an optional guided activity suited to your interests and fitness. Your guide can help plan an appropriate local excursion.
- DAY7
Kisoro · Entebbe
Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, travel back to Entebbe by road. This is a long transfer, so we will confirm the timing against your departure flight and recommend an extra overnight stay where needed.
Your safari arrangement
What is included?
Every quotation is prepared around your group size, travel dates, accommodation preference and confirmed activities. The final proposal will clearly show what is included and what is optional.
Usually included or itemised
- Private ground transport and an English-speaking driver-guide
- Airport transfers, accommodation and meals as stated in the final programme
- Gorilla and golden-monkey permits only when individually itemised and confirmed
- The activities specifically listed in the final itinerary
- Drinking water in the safari vehicle
Not included unless stated
- International flights, visa fees and travel insurance
- Any trekking permit not expressly included in the quotation
- Porter hire, tips, drinks and personal expenses
- Optional activities, extra nights and services not listed
Create your own version
Make this safari yours.
Choose your travel dates, preferred accommodation level, group size and pace. We will prepare a personalised quotation and confirm permit availability before you commit.
No fixed public price is shown because accommodation, group size, season, transport choices and trekking permits can change the total cost.