3-Day Mgahinga Gorilla & Golden Monkey Trek
MgahingaGorilla Trekking

3-Day Mgahinga Gorilla & Golden Monkey Trek

3 DaysGorilla + Golden Monkey2 – 8 travelersFrom $1,300
Overview

About this Safari

Trek the dramatic Virunga volcanoes of Mgahinga — home to the Nyakagezi gorilla group and playful golden monkeys — where the forest meets the borders of Uganda, Rwanda and the DRC.

Highlights

Safari Highlights

  • Track the Nyakagezi mountain gorilla family
  • Golden monkey trekking among the bamboo
  • Spectacular three-volcano panoramas
  • Quieter, crowd-free alternative to Bwindi
  • Stay at the foot of the Virungas
Day by Day

Your Itinerary

Drive through the southern highlands to the Virungas; evening briefing at your lodge.

Where You'll Stay

Featured Lodges

Gahinga LodgeLuxury

Gahinga Lodge

Volcanoes Safaris' bandas at the foot of the Virungas, gateway to Mgahinga's golden monkeys and gorillas.

Mahogany SpringsMid-Range

Mahogany Springs

Spacious suites on the Munyaga River, minutes from the Buhoma trailhead.

What's Included

  • UWA gorilla trekking permit
  • Full-board lodge accommodation
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with driver-guide
  • All park & ranger fees
  • Airport / hotel transfers
  • Bottled water throughout

Not Included

  • International flights & Uganda visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Porter hire (≈ $20) & ranger tips
  • Personal expenses & drinks
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