Trekking

Experience the thrill of trekking through Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes with Kwafrika Travel. Our guided treks take you through lush forests, rolling hills, and hidden trails, offering profound encounters with unique wildlife, local communities, and untouched nature. We specialize in premier primate expeditions, making gorilla & bonobos trekking Africa our signature offering. Whether you’re navigating dense rainforests to observe bonobos, exploring scenic mountain paths to meet mountain gorillas, or discovering remote villages, each trek is an immersive adventure that combines excitement, discovery, and sustainable travel.

We are uniquely positioned to offer specialized and expert-led gorilla & bonobos trekking Africa tours across the continent, allowing you to witness both Eastern and Western gorilla species. Booking your gorilla & bonobos trekking Africa experience with us ensures a deep dive into the natural habitat of these incredible apes, supported by experienced local rangers. Prepare for the journey of a lifetime, start planning your gorilla & bonobos trekking Africa tour with Kwafrika Travel today.

Here are some of trekking options:

Gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda, Congo Brazzaville and DR Congo is an exciting and memorable experience that lets travelers come face to face with some of the most fascinating creatures on earth and close relative to humans. We are among the few tour operators offering treks to experience both Eastern (Mountain and Lowland gorillas: Rwanda, Uganda, DR Congo) & Western Gorillas (Congo Brazzaville, Gabon & Cameroon). During gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda, Republic of Congo or Dr. Congo, you will spend hours in the dense tropical rainforests and mountains home to the remaining gorillas in the wild.

Experienced rangers and porters from Uganda wildlife authority (UWA), RDB of Rwanda, Ministry of Forest Economy and Environment (RoC) and IUNC of DRC will accompany you throughout the trek; using machetes, they will be cutting through the thick jungle, pointing out signs of gorillas and help locate the gorillas.

Trekking through the forests of Bwindi National Park, Kahuzi Biega National Park, Virunga National Park, Nouabalé Ndoki National Park or Volcanoes National Park may sometimes be strenuous. Still, the reward of meeting the given gorilla specie is priceless, especially watching them play, interact, eat, and groom each other.

Gorilla trekking tours are not only limited to gorilla encounters but also provide opportunities for birding in Uganda, Birding in Rwanda and interacting with the local pygmies, Batwa and other local populations, learning about their customs and traditions.

How much is Gorilla Trekking in Africa? – The cost varies; a gorilla trekking permit in Uganda is usually $700 while the same permit is 1500 USD (Rwanda), 400 USD (DRC) & between, 350 & 500 USD (RoC). A budget 3-day gorilla trekking tour costs about $1500 per person based on 2 persons travelling together.

Gorilla trekking, Congo Brazzaville Safaris, Nouabalé Ndoki National Park

Chimpanzee Trekking Safaris in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda & DRC

Chimpanzee trekking safaris are conducted in dense tropical forests, their natural habitat. These safaris are conducted with the help of trained guides who will take you through the forest trails and find different chimpanzee families along the way.

Chimpanzees live in communities called bands (15 to 80 members) and subgroups. They groom one another, use gestures, vocalizations, and facial expressions to communicate, and consume fruits, leaves, insects, and sometimes small animals.

Top destinations for chimpanzee trekking include Kibale National Park, Kalinzu Forest, Budongo Forest, Kyambura Gorge, Nyungwe National Park (Rwanda), Gombe and Mahale (Tanzania), and Virunga (DRC). Chimpanzee habituation experiences are available in some parks.

Best time to go for chimp trekking varies by park but dry months are typically recommended, talk to one of our experts for more specific details.

Bonobos Trekking in DR Congo.

Kwafrika Travel offers a rare and intimate encounter with one of the world’s least-known great apes, the bonobo. Deep in the lush rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo where they are endemic, guests set out on guided treks to observe habituated bonobo families in their natural habitat. This immersive experience in Nkala forest (Bolobo territory) highlights the bonobos’ gentle behavior, complex social interactions, and unique matriarchal structure, while also supporting vital conservation efforts. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and adventurous travelers, bonobo trekking with Kwafrika Travel provides a meaningful connection with nature and a deeper understanding

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