What is a Gorilla Habituation Permit?
A gorilla Habituation permit is an official authorization from Uganda Wildlife Authority – UWA granting you access to Bwindi Forest National Park – where gorilla habituation takes place.
Mind you, this is the only place in the world where you’ll have a chance to track, trek and spend ample time with a wild gorilla family – still undergoing the 3+ year habituation process.
Gorilla Habituation Permit Cost in 2027 – 2028.
Gorilla habituation permits in 2027 – 2028 onwards will cost $1,800 per person. Remember there is only 08 gorilla Habituation permits available on a daily.
Where Does Gorilla Habituation Take Place?
Only in Uganda do travelers have the chance to have a “behind the scenes encounter with a Wild gorilla family – of course in the company of a team of well trained/ Expert porters, researchers and guides. This makes the experience safe to take part.
How does Gorilla Habituation compare to Standard Gorilla Trekking?
The Standard gorilla trekking experience lasts only 01 hour. While Gorilla habituation lasts 4-hours. more to Gorilla Habituation, you’ll get to enjoy a less crowded Gorilla moment as there is only 04 tourists allowed on a daily. Besides this, if you desire to enjoy a private gorilla habituation experience, then you should consider talking to us about organizing an Exclusive Gorilla Habituation tour – just for your close accomplices, friends and family.
How Long Does Gorilla Habituation Take?
While Gorilla Habituation is still marketed as a FULL-DAY experience, the actual truth is that you’ll be allowed only 04 hours (upon finding them) – to observe, and photograph the family of mountain gorillas.
How Many Visitors Are Allowed on the Gorilla Habituation Experience?
Unlike the standard gorilla trek, strictly 04 persons/tourists are allowed. This exercise is dictated by the mere fact that there is only 04 Permits available for The gorilla Habituation experience.
What You Can Expect During the Experience.
You will have to be up for breakfast (at your hotel/lodge) as early as 05:00am – please be courteous and listen to your guides’ advise – You just don’t want to be late for either or both for breakfast & briefing. Depending on where you are staying, you might need at least an hours’ road transfer To get To the start point of your gorilla Habituation experience.
How to Book a Gorilla Habituation Permit:
The best, easiest and yet safest way to book your gorilla Habituation permit in Uganda for 2026 – 2027 onwards is through a licensed Uganda Tour operator like Tata Africa Safaris.
Step-by-step guide to booking a gorilla Habituation permit:
Send us your preferred gorilla habituation dates.
How Far in Advance Should You Book?
Remember there is only 04 permits available for Gorilla Habituation in Uganda.
Depending on when you intend to travel:
- What to Pack
- Is Gorilla Habituation Worth the Higher Cost?
- Frequently Asked Questions