Mgahinga Gorilla Tours – Uganda’s Scenic Virunga Park
Mgahinga gorilla tours explore Uganda’s smallest and most scenic national park, tucked into the volcanic Virunga range where Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo meet. Mgahinga offers a wonderful double act – mountain gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking – against the backdrop of three extinct volcanoes, with far fewer crowds than the larger parks.
Why Choose a Mgahinga Gorilla Tour
Mgahinga is a hidden gem for a quieter, more intimate gorilla experience. Its habituated Nyakagezi group roams the beautiful Virunga slopes, and the park is one of the best places in Uganda to track rare golden monkeys.
Gorillas & Golden Monkeys
Mgahinga lets you combine two primate encounters in one trip – trek to the Nyakagezi gorilla family for a magical hour, then track the playful golden monkeys leaping through the bamboo. Keen hikers can also climb the three Virunga volcanoes within the park.
Best Time for Mgahinga Gorilla Tours
The dry seasons of June to September and December to February are ideal, with firmer trails and clearer volcano views. Gorillas and golden monkeys are present year-round, and the wetter months offer lush scenery and quieter trails. Permits are limited, so early booking is recommended.
Mgahinga Gorilla Tours – Available Safaris
Most Asked Questions
Mgahinga has one habituated family, the Nyakagezi group, known for its impressive silverbacks.
Yes – Mgahinga is one of the best places in Uganda to track the rare golden monkeys, often combined with gorilla trekking.
Yes – Mgahinga is Uganda’s smallest park and offers a quieter, more intimate gorilla experience.
Yes – the three Virunga volcanoes within the park offer rewarding day hikes.
Plan Your Mgahinga Gorilla Tour
Discover gorillas, golden monkeys and the beauty of the Virungas on a tailor-made Mgahinga gorilla tour. Start planning today and let our experts handle your permits and itinerary.
