Gorilla Habituation Experience refers to the process of gradually training wild gorillas to become comfortable in the presence of people. During this guided experience, visitors gain a deeper understanding of each gorilla, observe their unique behaviors, and even learn how individuals are identified and named.
This rare activity is found only in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to fifteen habituated gorilla groups located across four trailheads: Buhoma, Ruhija, Nkuringo, and Rushaga.
Gorilla habituation permits must be booked well in advance—typically six months before your visit—because only four visitors per day are allowed, spending up to four hours with the gorillas. The best time to participate is from December to March and July to October.
Included/Exclude
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers and transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
- Gorilla Habituation Permit (USD 1,600 per person)
- Park entry fees
- Bottled drinking water on safari
- Batwa cultural experience
- All government taxes
Cost Excludes
- International flights and visas
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Why go?
Experience one of Africa’s most intimate wildlife encounters — spending up to four hours with a gorilla family as they’re gently habituated to humans. This exclusive activity, found only in Uganda’s Bwindi Forest, offers a rare chance to observe gorilla behavior alongside researchers, contribute to conservation, and explore the rich culture of the Batwa people — all amid breathtaking rainforest scenery.
Tour Highlights
- Experience up to 4 hours with a gorilla family during the habituation process.
- Explore Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visit the Equator line and enjoy scenic countryside views en route to Bwindi.
- Discover the Batwa cultural experience, meeting Uganda’s first forest people.
- Comfortable accommodations in Bwindi with options for luxury, mid-range, and budget travelers.
- Opportunity to purchase local crafts and souvenirs.
