Uganda in February brings the last weeks of the dry season: firm forest trails, short savannah grass and calmer lodges. Here is the weather by region, 2027 permit costs and a route that works.
A Gorilla Trekking Packing List That Copes With Mud, Nettles and Rain
A practical gorilla trekking packing list for Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park: what to wear, what goes in your daypack and what to leave at home.
Uganda in January: Dry Forest Trails, Busy Permits and Hot Savannah Days
Uganda in January is dry-season prime time for gorilla and chimp trekking and savannah game drives. Here is the weather by region, current permit fees and two sample routes.
How Hard Is Gorilla Trekking, Really? Fitness, Altitude and Trek Times Explained
How hard is gorilla trekking? For most active people it is a moderate hike of one to four hours on steep, muddy slopes at altitude. Here is what decides the effort and how to prepare.
Bwindi Gorilla Trekking: Permits, Sectors, Costs and Tips
Bwindi gorilla trekking in Uganda costs US$800 per permit and runs year-round across four sectors. Here is how to choose a sector, when to go, what it costs and how to get there.
Uganda Safari in December: Weather, Gorillas, Fees and Where to Go
A Uganda safari in December brings drying forest trails, green scenery and great gorilla trekking. Here is the weather by region, where to go, verified permit fees and how to book around the festive peak.