Gorilla Habituation Permits in Uganda 2026

Gorilla Habituation Permits in Uganda 2026: Gorilla habituation in Uganda is a once-in-a-lifetime activity that you should embark on for your rewarding Uganda safari. The safari experience will give you access to spend more time with the gorillas as compared to gorilla trekking, which is an hour-long activity. With gorilla habituation in Uganda, you will spend 4 hours with the species. The Uganda Wildlife Authority announced that as of 1^st January 2026, the price for a gorilla trekking permit in Uganda will be increased from 1500USD as shown in the table below;

Activity	Foreign non-Resident	Foreign resident
Gorilla habituation	1800	1600

For gorilla habituation in Uganda, you will get to visit Bwindi impenetrable national park, Rushaga sector, where the safari experience is carried out. With gorilla habituation in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you will get to access a gorilla family that is undergoing the gorilla habituation process this involves following a group of researchers as they train the species to get accustomed to human presence. Also important to note about the safari experience is the fact that you will have the chance to participate in the process, where you will enjoy the different reactions of the species as they get accustomed to human presence.

Packing list for gorilla habituation in Uganda

Hiking boots to ensure that you hike smoothly through the impenetrable trails.
Sunscreen for when you take part in the activity during the dry season
A waterproof jacket, since it can rain at any time in the park
You can also carry insect repellent to avoid insect bites, which can make your safari experience unpleasant
You should also carry your birding checklist because the park is home to over 450 bird species that can be seen. These and more items will ensure you have a memorable safari experience.

Some of the gorilla habituation safaris in Uganda that you can book with us include;