Ultimate Gorilla Photo Expedition

Have questions about Uganda or Rwanda? We've got answers! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about the wildlife, weather and more.

Learn about mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, tree-climbing lions and the other wildlife you may encounter on your Uganda & Rwanda safari.

Whether you're an experienced photographer or just getting started, you'll want to read these essential photo tips from our Natural Photographer blog before your gorilla safari.

Read on to discover how our initiatives in Uganda and Rwanda help protect mountain gorillas, preserve culture and support community development.

Take our quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with friends to see who knows the most about mountain gorillas, chimpanzees and more!

Find out the typical weather conditions of Uganda & Rwanda's ecosystems in this month by month breakdown of temperatures and rainfall. 

We've made a comprehensive list of all the clothing and gear you'll want to pack so you'll be well prepared for your gorilla safari.

—By Megan Brief
“One of the biggest myths is that you’re not allowed to look into a gorilla’s eyes. Of course, you are,” reveals Richard de Gouveia, Nat Hab Expedition Leader and star of our new short film, The Silverback. “It’s the place where you’re going to see their soul.”

—By Richard de Gouveia
The journey to Murchison Falls is a passage into the heart of Africa’s raw beauty. Each mile traveled brings visitors closer to an untamed world, where every sight and sound tells the ancient story of the land...

—By Marsea Nelson
There’s no question: Seeing mountain gorillas in the forests of Uganda and Rwanda is, for many wildlife enthusiasts, the apex of their globetrotting adventures. But that’s not the...

—By WWF
WWF supports and promotes best practices for gorilla tourism. These practices ensure that the presence of tourists does not put mountain gorillas’ well-being at risk. Gorilla tourism also benefits local communities. WWF helps establish community-owned ecolodges; promotes employment of local people as porters, guides and park rangers; and invests a portion of tourist fees in community projects.

—By Joel Centano
From fascinating gorilla facts to our sustainable mountain gorilla safaris in Uganda and Rwanda, here are eight of our favorite reasons to celebrate—and help save—gorillas, both on September 24 and beyond.

—By Mark Jordahl
Celebrate World Chimpanzee Day on July 14 with Nat Hab and learn about some fascinating things researchers have discovered about chimps in the last six decades.

—By Nat Hab Expedition Leader Matt Meyer
Memories were made and friendships forged in what is truly one of the most remarkable and unforgettable adventures one can undertake in the natural world, to trek mountain gorillas in the rain forests of Africa.

—By Rebecca Self
Would you like to move beyond capturing individual, artistic shots of nature or wildlife to craft narratives that raise awareness to protect places you hold dear? Then read on for five steps to become a conservation photographer...

—By Rebecca Self
Meet Mike Hillman and Jim Beissel, Nat Hab’s Photo Expedition Co-Directors and discover what you can expect from these trips...