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Every journey should be an opportunity to explore, connect, and belong.

The Gorilla Link Difference

What to Expect On Your Safari

Every expedition is crafted around your personal passions, ensuring an effortless, deeply immersive African journey.

Guaranteed Permits

Priority access to official mountain gorilla and chimpanzee permits in Uganda & Rwanda, managed entirely by our concierge team.

Seamless Fly-In Travel

Bypass long road transfers with private scheduled bush flights connecting Entebbe and Kigali directly to national park airstrips.

Premier Eco-Lodges

Handpicked 5-star forest retreats, private villas, and luxury tented camps featuring private butler service and gourmet dining.

Master Safari Guides

Traverse the wilderness in private 4x4 Land Cruisers led by seasoned local naturalists with decades of tracking expertise.

Travellers enjoying an inclusive East African safari
Safari For Everyone

Inclusive Travel, Without Compromise

Inclusive tourism is about more than reaching a destination. It is about ensuring that travellers feel respected, considered, and supported throughout their journey. At Gorilla Link Africa Tours, we aim to integrate inclusion into the way we plan, communicate, and deliver our travel experiences. We work towards identifying potential barriers before a trip begins and discussing practical solutions with our guests.

  • Accessibility: Understanding the physical, sensory, and communication requirements that can affect a traveller’s experience.
  • Dignity and Respect: Treating every guest as an individual, respecting personal preferences, and avoiding assumptions about what someone can or cannot do.
  • Personalised Experiences: Taking time to understand each traveller’s needs and matching them with appropriate destinations, activities, transport, and accommodation wherever possible.
  • Meaningful Participation: Creating opportunities for more people to experience Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, cultures, and communities.
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What travelers say

What to Expect On Your Safari

Every expedition is crafted around your personal passions, ensuring an effortless, deeply immersive African journey.

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Great experience! Couldn’t recommend the Gorilla Links team highly enough. Caroline made everything simple and easy right from the beginning with our dates, itinerary, requirements etc. and was great at communicating the whole time. Luchi, our driver, was so friendly and helpful and made it all a breeze. Thanks!
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My unforgettable Gorilla trek with Carol and her team, standing face to face with the Nkuringo Gorilla Family My 4 night gorilla trekking adventure in Uganda was nothing short of magical and it would not have been the same without the incredible support and professionalism of Gorilla Link Tours and its owner, Carol. From the very first moment I arrived at Entebbe Airport, I felt welcomed, cared for and excited for the journey ahead. Carol herself was waiting for me at the airport with a warm smile and a friendly greeting that immediately set the tone for the entire trip. Her kindness and professionalism were evident from the start. She personally escorted me to my accommodation, the ViaVia Entebbe, a charming and cozy guesthouse perfect for resting before the early start the next day. The attention to detail and personal touch from Carol made me feel like a valued guest rather than just another tourist. The next morning, I was picked up at 6 AM by my driver, Arshley, who was equally warm and friendly. We traveled in a spacious 9-seater safari vehicle, which was comfortable, even though there were only two of us inside. Arshley was attentive and courteous throughout the ~10–11 hour journey to Bwindi, always opening the car door for me and ensuring I was comfortable. Uganda’s lush green landscapes, rolling hills and vibrant rural life made the time fly by. We made a special stop at the Equator, where I had the surreal experience of standing with one foot in the Northern Hemisphere and the other in the Southern Hemisphere, a truly memorable photo opportunity. For lunch, we stopped at the Numba Café in Kabale. Carol had arranged my stay at the Mutanda Lake Resort and it was an absolute gem. Nestled by the serene shores of Lake Mutanda, the resort offered breathtaking views, peaceful surroundings and exceptional service. The rooms were clean, comfortable and beautifully designed with local touches. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was good. This location turned out to be the perfect base for visiting the Nkuringo gorilla family, as it’s close to the park headquarters and offers a tranquil environment to relax before and after the trek. The gorilla trekking day started early at 6 AM from the resort, but waking up before sunrise was absolutely worth it. My guide was knowledgeable, passionate and made sure we were well-prepared for the hike through the dense forest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After 30 minutes of trekking through stunning but challenging terrain, we finally reached the Nkuringo gorilla family. Seeing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat was one of the most profound experiences of my life. I spent a full hour with them, observing their interactions, watching the young ones play, and marveling at the powerful silverback as he guarded his family. Being so close to the gorillas, just a few meters away was surreal. Their expressions, movements, and presence felt almost human. What truly set this trip apart was the personalized service from Carol and her team. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, from airport transfers to accommodation, meals and park logistics. Carol was always available to answer questions, offer advice and ensure everything ran smoothly. Her passion for Uganda and commitment to her guests’ happiness was evident in every interaction. If you’re planning a gorilla trekking trip to Uganda, I cannot recommend Gorilla Link Tours highly enough. Carol and her team provide not just a service, but a heartfelt, personalized experience that goes above and beyond expectations. From the warm welcome at the airport to the unforgettable moments in the forest with the gorillas, every part of this journey was handled with care, professionalism and genuine warmth. Thank you for making my Ugandan dream come true!
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Highly reliable tour operator. We had a beautiful roundtrip through Uganda. With driver/guide Richard. He is an exellent guide who saw wildlife long before we did. Also he is a safe driver, what is very important over there. Caroline planned a great journey for us! Also we had a little problem with one visa which she solved for us. So travel with Gorilla Link Tours. They won't let you down
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Uganda is the most special place and Gorilla Link Tours made it. Nothing but beautiful memories. Firstly don't book through a UK travel agent, go direct and talk to Caroline for your trip. We booked our flights with Uganda Airlines (faultless and best airline we have been with) Caroline asked us what we would like to do, what type of accommodation and that was it.... From the initial contact and all in between Caroline provided us with a holiday of a lifetime. Here's a few highlights, Remote camping next to the Nile, Day and night time game drives, providing unbelievable contact with all nature, Uganda has more to off than our trip a few years ago to Kruger. Scenery from Savannah, swamp, to the tropical rain forest. Birds and butterflies, boat tours, Gin and tonic while listening to the lions, 64 strong herds of elephants, white water rafting, food (Rolex!!! now making at home) This country like many has problems, but the warmth and smiles from Uganda will last us a lifetime. The views from the lodges we stayed, nothing short of spectacular. Lastly to our guide, a full review elsewhere. Your passion, kindness, warmth, humour impacted so greatly on this journey Ashley. The Ugandan adventure is story all should take part in. Thank you so much
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A dream come true We chose the 8-day formula, adapting it directly with Carol to our needs. Everything prepared to perfection with great precision and punctuality. The lodges visited were all up to scratch and the staff were always smiling and helpful. Our guide/driver Richard was really an exquisite person, very prepared and always ready to relate with the local staff to always offer the top to my wife and me. Rely on the gorilla link tours without the slightest doubt, they are competent people , reliable and passionate about their work.
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Jennifer W
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Epic adventure We had a great experience with Gorilla Link! The accommodations and logistics were all handled wonderfully and the places we stayed were so nice. The best part was our driver Richard who was friendly, a safe driver, and knowledgeable. This was an amazing trip thank you Carol!
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Wonderful Uganda: 8 days of Safari (with Gorillas and Chimps) We can’t be more grateful to Carol and to our super guide Richard. We appreciated all thing in this trip: -Lodges were all good , with good food and wonderful staff. -Great landscape, Great Animal (even I would have liked to see more Leopards…. But is Nature!) -Richard. We can’t explain how much we appreciated him, his ability to solve problems, his kindness and his smile. Thank you again for all, we will definitely recommend you and your company!
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Thank you Caroline for making our experience magical! I just want to say, wow. Caroline and the whole team at Gorilla Link are above and beyond amazing. When I was first planning this trip for my husband and I, a long standing dream of mine was to see mountain gorillas in the wild. I reached out to a few safari companies, but Caroline was the most helpful and responsive. She spent weeks answering my every question and making recommendations to help us plan the most amazing safari journey ever. Her lodging recommendations were spot on, and a few times she even managed to secure free upgrades for us. And a particular shout-out to Richard, our driver and guide, whose enthusiasm and knowledge and can-do attitude really made our trip. It's only thanks to him that I still managed to see mountain gorillas despite a bum ankle from having twisted it on a hike the previous day. When Richard unfortunately had to leave midway through due to an unexpected emergency, he seamlessly found us a replacement driver, Herbert, who took great care of us for the second half of the trip and shared his endless knowledge of wildlife, birds, and nature with us. The whole trip went smoothly and we had a fantastic time and made memories that will last a lifetime. If you're planning a trip to the region, definitely reach out to Caroline and her team; they're the real deal.
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Beyond expectations Uganda has it all with charm , careful planning and expert guidance. Caroline the founder of Gorilla Link Tours and her team produced a wonderful and demanding 9 day itinerary. We had been recommended by friends to use both Caroline and ask for the outstanding guide and driver Richard . Expectations exceeded on all counts. Wonderful lodges , excellent hospitality and once in a lifetime encounters : rhinos, chimps ,birds , hippos, crocs , gorillas and the warmth and generosity of Ugandans all highlights
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Gorgeous gorillas A well organised 2 night trip from Kigali to Bwindi. Everything fitted together with a timely pick-up & drive to the very comfortable Ichumbi lodge. There we enjoyed great hospitality. We had an amazing close up gorilla experience with fun, caring guide/rangers. A special mention to our driver Ivan who drove safely but efficiently. Moreover he proved to be great company providing articulate, intelligent & informative conversation.

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