The Uganda Wildlife Authority has revised primate permit prices effective 1 July 2026. Updated Uganda gorilla trekking permit prices for 2026. Gorilla trekking USD 800 for foreign non residents. Full breakdown for Bwindi and beyond.

Here is what you need to know before you plan your safari.

New Standard Permit Rates From July 2026

Gorilla Trekking Permit Fees

• USD 800 Foreign Non Residents
• USD 700 Foreign Residents
• USD 500 Rest of Africa

Gorilla Habituation Experience Permit Fees

• USD 1,800 Foreign Non Residents
• USD 1,600 Foreign Residents
• USD 1,000 Rest of Africa

Chimpanzee Tracking Permit Fees in Kibale National Park

• USD 300 Foreign Non Residents
• USD 200 Foreign Residents

Chimpanzee Habituation Permit Fees in Kibale Forest

• USD 400 Foreign Non Residents

Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee Tracking Permit Fees in Queen Elizabeth National Park

• USD 200 Foreign Non Residents

What this means for you

Uganda remains competitively priced compared to regional alternatives. You still track mountain gorillas in the wild forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with expert ranger guides and strict conservation standards.

If you want maximum time with gorillas, choose the gorilla habituation experience. You spend up to four hours with a semi habituated family.

Low Season Permit Rates

Discounted Gorilla Trekking Permit rates

• USD 600 Foreign Non Residents
• USD 500 Foreign Residents

Discounted Chimpanzee Tracking permit rates

• USD 200 Foreign Non Residents
• USD 150 Foreign Residents

These rates take effect immediately. Low season permits are not reschedulable.

For Uganda gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, this is a USD 200 saving compared to the standard USD 800 rate starting July 2026.

Full Payment Required to Secure Gorilla and Chimpanzee Permits

All gorilla and chimpanzee permits require full payment to secure your booking. The Uganda Wildlife Authority allocates permits only after payment is received and confirmed. Reservations are no longer held without payment. Once you commit to your travel dates, you must complete payment immediately to lock in your permit. Availability is limited, with strict daily visitor caps in parks such as Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park. Early confirmation protects your preferred dates and ensures smooth safari planning.

Plan early. Prime months sell out fast.

We recommend safaris of 8 to 10 days. Combine gorillas trekking, chimpanzees tracking, and classic wildlife in Murchison Falls or Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Check permit availability and request a tailored gorilla trekking itinerary by emailing hello@gentlegiantssafaris.com or submitting our safari enquiry form to receive your personalized quotation.