Nkuringo Sector, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Kisoro Uganda
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Which is the most beautiful gorilla trekking sector in Bwindi?
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is divided into four sections, named after the surrounding villages. Each sector operates as a self-standing gorilla trekking destination, offering its own set of accommodation, various attractions, and different access routes. The question remains: which of these sectors offers the most stunning gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest?
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Guide to gorilla trekking permits: Price & More
Rwanda, Uganda, and DR Congo are the only places in the world where you can see mountain gorillas. These incredible animals are the largest primates, weighing as much as 200kg (441lbs), and they’re also one of the most endangered species, with only about 1,060 left in the wild as of 2025. Going on a gorilla trek is one of Africa’s…
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Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, located in southwestern Uganda, is a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site. Its name, meaning “a place full of darkness,” comes from its thick, dense forest. Though it’s a relatively small park, covering just 321 km², it is home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas living in the wild. These gorillas are seriously endangered due…
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Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is located in the southwestern corner of Uganda, on the forested slopes of the ancient Virunga Volcanoes. Though small, covering just 34 km², the park is full of natural wonders. With Congo’s Virunga National Park to the west and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda to the north, Mgahinga completes the trifecta of parks protecting the Greater…
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Which is better for gorilla trekking, Uganda or Rwanda?
Encountering a 200-kilogram silverback gorilla up close can be a hair-rising experience, especially if you have only ever seen large wild animals from the safety of a car. Uganda and Rwanda are the best destinations for gorilla trekking in Africa. This guide will compare these two countries based on key factors such as costs, trekking difficulty…
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How difficult is gorilla trekking?
In this blog about gorilla trekking, we address one of the most common questions: “How difficult is gorilla trekking?” Gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda and Rwanda offer a unique mix of adventure, nature connection, and personal growth, appealing to both the young and the young at heart.
