Wild Expeditions Uganda

Misty mornings in the African savannah.

Discover Uganda after dark with a thrilling night game drive in Lake Mburo National Park. Witness the secret lives of nocturnal wildlife and, if you’re lucky, encounter powerful predators like this leopard guarding its freshly caught impala. An unforgettable safari experience awaits.

The Gorilla Habituation Experience is a unique wildlife program introduced in Uganda by the Uganda Wildlife Authority in 2014. This exclusive experience is only available in the Bwindi Conservation Area and offers visitors a rare opportunity to spend extended time with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Each habituation group is limited to a maximum of four participants per day, ensuring a personalized and intimate encounter. Guests are accompanied by a professional team of trackers and rangers who lead the trek through the forest. Once the gorilla family is located, visitors are allowed to spend up to four hours observing and interacting with the gorillas — making this experience ideal for wildlife lovers and photography safaris.

During the visit, ranger guides provide detailed explanations about each gorilla family member, their characters and hierarchy, their behaviors, and communication methods. Guests are also taught how to safely mimic and vocalize gorilla sounds, creating a deeper and more educational experience.

Due to the limited number of permits issued daily, this activity must be booked well in advance.

Important preparation information:

The trek takes place in high-altitude areas (above 2,000 meters above sea level)

The experience begins early in the morning at 6:30 AM

Participants should carry:

At least 2 liters of drinking water per person

A packed lunch

Good walking/hiking shoes

Rain gear (Bwindi is a tropical rainforest)

Walking sticks (to ease movement on steep terrain)

This adventure offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with gorillas in a truly meaningful and immersive way.

The Face.

These lionesses were enjoying their time up in the Albizia Tree, Ishasha sector, Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Great views of Kisoro District from the slops of Mt Mgahinga in Uganda.

Saw this African Rock python at Queen Elizabeth National park.

The introduction of Rhinos in Akagera National Park aims to restore the natural ecological function and biodiversity of the park. Both species were introduced: the white and the black rhino. This has increased the variety of animal species in the park, making it a prime safari destination in Africa.

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African Harrier Hawk spotted at Akagera National Park in a water pool, hunting for frogs. Harrier hawks are specialists, foraging on eggs and nestlings, and they have double-jointed knees, which allow them to access nest holes and other confined spaces.