Gorilla trekking in Buhoma Region.

A gorilla walk in Uganda’s Buhoma district, part of the Bwindi Forest. The Mubare family were the first gorillas to establish a habituation in the Bwindi Forest, Buhoma region, marking the opening of the area to gorilla trekking.

Most visitors prefer hiking with one of the four habituated and open gorilla families in the Buhoma area; nevertheless, others seek out the Mubare family to learn about their history. Buhoma, located in the park’s northern section, is one of the best places to see gorillas up close.

Since Buhoma lies so near to the airfield, where the majority of tourists are collected upon arriving and transported to various lodges, it is the most accessible sector from Queen Elizabeth National Park for tourists boarding flights from Entebbe to Bwindi Forest.

Most Rwandan gorilla trekking safaris visit the nearby regions of Rushaga, Ruhinja, and Nyungwe; however, Buhoma is quite a distance away; however, if you are unable to secure space in other regions, you can still book gorilla permits for Buhoma, though you will require more driving time.

Because buhoma permits are notoriously competitive and the area does not have nearly as many gorilla families as Rushaga, planning ahead is essential if you want to go on a gorilla safari in the north. Since the airfare is less expensive when traveling to Kihihi rather than Kisoro, trekking buhoma gorillas is a better option for those departing from Entebbe.

With both high-end and more affordable accommodations, Monumental Expeditions and Safaris is the perfect tour operator for any traveler interested in gorilla trekking in the Buhoma district of Uganda’s Bwindi Forest.

Walking safaris, birding safaris, the Batwa cultural experience, the Munyaga River trail, iron smelting, coffee making, and the best region to trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi forest are just a few of the many activities available to tourists in the Buhoma region.