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On Mountain Gorillas
On Mountain Gorillas
In 5BC, Hanno the Navigator encountered apes on his African expedition. The Carthaginian described the apes as “gorillaie” meaning hairy and savage. Millennia later, Hanno’s description was the basis of gross misrepresentation of gorillas in popular culture and contributed to the serious existential threat which saw mountain gorillas numbers plummet to 459 in 1994.
But, efforts to protect gorillas through gorilla trekking averted extinction. Today(2024), there are an estimated 1,096 gorillas and a thriving forest habitat thanks to trekkers who support conservation. Gorilla trekking is a thrilling safari experience, where guests trek into the rainforest to find and observe gorillas in their natural habitat. It’s a bucket list must-do.
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Group Safaris
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$4,550 per person
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By Daudi Mutalya Balye – Chief Exploring Officer Buutu Safaris Gorilla Trekking is a thrilling and once-in-a-lifetime experience that allows...
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A Couple of Your Kind Words.....
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Very good Safari and food, just a few things could have been more professional - The safari was amazing! Got to see so many animals and our driver Moses was fantastic and really wanted us to see everything. The only reason it’s not a 5/5 was the rooming accommodations weren’t very nice with no electricity and wifi. Also they changed our booking at the last minute ti a worse camp. Regardless of this we had an awesome time with great staff and an even better safari and food experience as well!
July 24, 2023 -
Murchison Safari with Buutu - Excellent Driver/guide, comfortable van to travel in, game drives and boat ride were excellent including seeing lions and 2 leopards!
We stayed at Nkundwa Lodge which was very comfortable and added to the safari experience. Food was great, staff friendly and helpful, accommodation good. No in room charging for phones, but the staff were helpful in providing for this in the lounge/dining area.
Overall a great trip, highly recommend Buutu.
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Incredible Buutu team and trips! - My experience with Buutu was absolutely amazing. Tony was an exceptional guide and not only did he take me to/from Bwindi to trek with the gorillas, but he taught me so much about Uganda - really an ambassador for the country!
My entire experience with the Buutu team was seamless - from my initial request for info, to booking, to the actual trip itself. I cannot recommend them enough and hope to return to go on more trips with them in the future!
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Buutu safaris - Absolutely breathtaking! We saw elephant, girafs, lions, Buffalo's hippo's, different bird species and so much more. Great tour guide.
What a life changing adventure and journey. It was an honer being on this trip with buutu safaris, my family and i are forever greatfull
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Bespoke Gorilla Trek for Incredible Value - We were looking to plan a gorilla trek in Uganda and was referred to Buutu by a friend. From planning the trip through to the trek, the team was great. They checked in regularly and was incredibly responsive. The package we designed was reasonably priced and the accommodations were spectacular. Furthermore, our driver/guide Moses was fantastic. All around an incredible trip. Would highly recommend working with Buutu for planning your Uganda visit.
September 6, 2023
EXCELLENTBased on 52 reviewsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Claudia Schauer2024-08-27Die Safari war wirklich bestens organisiert. Wir hatten einen tollen Driver, das Programm war sehr gut (die Murchison Falls haben wir gleich am 1. Tag gemacht). Wir haben so viele Tiere gesehen. Die Lodge war sehr schön, direkt am Nil gelegen. Die Menschen nett und hilfsbereit. Wir haben uns sehr sicher und willkommen gefühlt. Sehr empfehlenswert!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Karissa Zamora2024-07-17Book with them! We just got done having the most wonderful time with Buutu. We booked gorilla trekking in Bwindi with them. They took care of everything! Our guide was Moses and he is the most kind person and a joy to be around. I would book again with them and will be recommending Buutu to everyone!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.David Duke2024-07-09Amazing guides and experience! TheyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.christina benton2024-05-25This was the most fantastic travel experience for my three young kids ages 5-1 and for my husband and I. Coming from Boston I was nervous where to stay, what to eat and if there would be mosquito nets etc. Buutu gave us all the above comforts and more! The food and service was fantastic. Our guides were helpful as we saw ALL the animals in Murchison falls including lions. We learned about our surroundings to feel safe and apart of the culture everywhere we traveled from Entebbe to Jinja, Kampala, Mbale, and Murchison. I highly recommend Buutu safaris for your Uganda experience!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.James Rushby2023-12-04Traveling with Daudi and Buutu Safaris has truly been an experience of a lifetime. Every detail was meticulously worked out, making the trip incredibly effortless and enjoyable. In just one week in Uganda, I had the remarkable opportunity to witness the Big 5 and encounter gorillas in their natural habitat. If anyone is reading this, I highly recommend traveling to Uganda and, without a doubt, choosing Buutu Safaris for an unforgettable adventure.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.nikos kouklakis2023-07-03Really nice experience in queen Elisabeth ParkTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Ron Matheson2023-07-02We had a wonderful safari organised by Buutu Safaris. Tony, the driver / guide was friendly, helpful and made the trip very good. His passion gor the animals shone through. The van was comfortable and the accommodation and food at Nkundwa Lodge was brilliant. A most enjoyable experience.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Stephen Mcdaniel 'student'2023-06-07Going on Safari with Buutu was truly one of the greatest experiences of my life. The staff and drivers are incredibly personable, knowledgeable, and are flat out experts at what they do. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to experience Safari, you won’t regret it and you’ll leave with lifelong memories.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Katelyn Hoidal2023-06-06Amazing people and Safari!! 10/10 recommend!!!
Safari Partners
Join us on a once in a lifetime gorilla trekking group safari led by one of our travel blogger partners. We work with our partners to showcase gorilla trekking, support conservation efforts and create employment for Ugandans.
These group safaris are a unique experience to enjoy the thrill of trekking of gorillas in the wild and make new connections as you join likeminded travelers.