Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is world-famous for its rare and endangered mountain gorillas, offering an unforgettable trekking experience.

Rushaga is one of the best sectors for gorilla trekking in Bwindi, known for hosting multiple habituated gorilla families and offering excellent opportunities to observe these magnificent creatures up close.

All visitors hopping to see gorillas must have booked a gorilla permit earlier from the government body, UWA. Getting a gorilla permit is highly competitive;

Our licensed travel company, Acacia Safaris, will process and purchase the gorilla permit (US 800 per person) for you, and you'll find it at the lodge ready for your experience.

In addition to trekking, Four Gorillas Lodge provides guided walking safaris that take guests through stunning landscapes, rural communities, and untouched wilderness.

A highlight for many visitors is the nature walk through the forest, offering a chance to experience Bwindi’s rich biodiversity and interact with local communities.

Adventure seekers and nature lovers will find the guided excursions an enriching complement to the once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure.

Packing List

Your gorilla trekking safari packing list should include the following items.

Light waterproof hiking shoes that comfortably hold your feet. The terrain is uneven, muddy, steep, and it can rain anytime while you are out tracking gorillas.

A light, waterproof jacket, like a poncho or something you can put away when you get sweaty.

A small backpack to carry your phone, camera, jacket, lunch pack, and anything you hope to have. You want to make your load really light for the tasking hike.

You will need gloves, a facemask, and walking rods, only if you don't want a free walking stick at the visitor center.

Insect repellent will be good to keep the forest bugs off your skin.

A long-sleeved shirt and a pair of hiking trousers help keep your skin safe from thorny scratches and bug bites. Please make sure they are light to keep your weight at a minimum.

The park warden will need to see your passport, so ensure you come with a zip lock to keep your documents dry.

Pack layers because it can get really cold in the evenings and morning yet so hot and humid in the mid-day hours.

Pack your first aid kit. Gorilla tracking happens at high mountain altitudes, so getting light-headed is common among travelers. That is why we recommend spending at least a day around the lodge to acclimatize.

For more information or to book, contact us at fourgorillaslodge.com, follow us on Instagram @fourgorillaslodge, or call us at 0756489052.