Gorilla Trekking in Uganda: The Ultimate Guide
By Travel Expert Jane • Published on July 26, 2026
Trekking mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is one of the most remarkable wildlife experiences in the world. With less than 1,060 mountain gorillas remaining, Uganda is home to over half of them.
### What to Pack:
- Sturdy hiking boots with good grip.
- Long-sleeved shirts and trousers to protect against thorns and nettles.
- Gardening gloves for holding onto vegetation.
- Rain jacket (Bwindi is a rainforest, rain can fall anytime).
- Insect repellent.
### Trekking Rules:
- Keep a distance of 7 to 10 meters from the gorillas.
- Do not use flash photography.
- Avoid looking directly into the eyes of a silverback for too long.
- Keep voices low.
### What to Pack:
- Sturdy hiking boots with good grip.
- Long-sleeved shirts and trousers to protect against thorns and nettles.
- Gardening gloves for holding onto vegetation.
- Rain jacket (Bwindi is a rainforest, rain can fall anytime).
- Insect repellent.
### Trekking Rules:
- Keep a distance of 7 to 10 meters from the gorillas.
- Do not use flash photography.
- Avoid looking directly into the eyes of a silverback for too long.
- Keep voices low.