Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife Safaris and Cultural Journeys Across East Africa
Giravex Safaris designs and handles tailor made tours through Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar, from mountain gorillas in Bwindi to the great wildebeest migration on the Serengeti plains.
A Local Team That Knows These Parks By Heart
Giravex Safaris is a Uganda based Tour Destination Management Company, run by guides and planners who grew up among the parks, forests and communities we now share with our guests. We handle every detail in-house, from permits to private guides, across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar and Zambia.
- Licensed Uganda based DMC
- Hands on trip planning
- Trusted local guides and drivers
- Flexible, tailor made itineraries
Popular Tours
A snapshot of the journeys our guests book most, each one fully customisable to your dates, pace and budget.
12 Days Uganda Gorilla Classic Safari
You kick-start your safari with Murchison Falls National Park which offers you the meandering beautiful Victoria Nile…
15 Days Uganda Classic Holiday
You start your safari with Murchison Falls National Park which offers you the meandering beautiful Victoria Nile; the…
8 Days Amazing Gorillas of Uganda Safari
In 1907, from his book “My African Journey”. A young Member of the British Parliament at the time- Winston Churchill…
4 Days Gorillas in the Mist Fly-In Safari
This four days fly in safari is designed for those who have less time and want to trek gorillas in Uganda. It allows…
7 Days African Big Five Safari
This 7 Days Uganda African Big Five Safari takes you to visit some of Uganda’s unique destinations; some must visit…
7 Days Kidepo Wilderness Safari
This safari takes you to Kidepo Valley National Park via Murchison Falls and retreats through Jinja, the source of the…
10 Days Uganda Forest Primates and Savannah Safari
Put Uganda’s forest primates at the centre of a ten-day journey that also allows time for wildlife on the plains.…
16 Days Kenya Wildlife Circuit and Indian Ocean Beach
See several contrasting Kenyan safari regions before spending the final part of your holiday beside the Indian Ocean.…
Our Destinations
Uganda packs more variety per mile than almost anywhere else in East Africa - mountain gorillas in misty rain…
Kenya wrote the modern idea of the safari - wide open savannah, the Masai Mara's big cats and, for a few mont…
Rwanda pairs some of the most accessible mountain gorilla trekking in the world with a country that is remark…
Tanzania holds the country's biggest natural spectacles in one place - the endless plains of the Serengeti, t…
Zanzibar is the classic way to close an East Africa safari - warm Indian Ocean water, sugar-white beaches and…
Zambia is where the modern walking safari was born, and South Luangwa National Park remains one of the best p…
Popular Activities
City Tours
A short guided city tour is an easy, worthwhile way to fill an arrival or departure day -…
Wildlife Safaris
The classic safari game drive remains the heart of any East Africa trip - dawn and dusk d…
Adventure and Rafting
For travelers who want their heart rate up as well as their species count, Uganda's Nile …
Community Experiences
Some of the most memorable moments on safari happen off the game drive route entirely - s…
Honeymoon Vacations
A honeymoon safari pairs the drama of the African bush with genuinely private, romantic m…
Family Holiday
A safari can be one of the best trips a family ever takes together, if it's built around …
Mountain Climbing
From the glacier-capped Rwenzori Mountains on the Uganda-DR Congo border to the roof of A…
Birding
East Africa sits at the crossing point of several major bird zones, and few regions on ea…
Featured Gorilla Trekking Tours
Itineraries built around time with the mountain gorillas of Bwindi, with chimpanzees and big game on the way.
7 Days Gorillas and Big Game Safari
Encounter gorillas & other primates on this tour through Savannah plains and West African jungles as you navigate…
6 Days Gorillas and Chimpanzees Safari
This safari takes you to the Western part of Uganda famous for its cool weather, tranquil environment as well as its…
11 Days Uganda Gorilla Chimpanzee and Wildlife Journey
Begin with an arrival night in Entebbe before travelling to Murchison Falls for wildlife and a Nile boat safari. The…
5 Days Uganda Chimpanzees Gorillas and Lake Bunyonyi
This compact safari combines two primate experiences with wildlife and a lakeside overnight. Travel from Kampala or…
4 Days Uganda Gorillas Savannah and Kalinzu Chimpanzees
Combine Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth and Kalinzu in a short road safari that makes the most of four active days. Begin with…
10 Days Uganda Wildlife Gorillas and Chimpanzees
Cover Uganda’s principal western safari regions in a ten-day road journey, beginning in Murchison Falls and ending…
15 Days Uganda Gorillas Wildlife and Nile Adventure
Follow a varied route through Uganda, beginning with the Nile landscapes of Murchison Falls and continuing to the…
15 Days Uganda Wildlife and Primates Safari
Experience an abundance of wildlife, scenery, and cultural experiences on this Uganda Safari. For most people mountain…
Small Groups, Honest Guiding, Real Preparation
Gorilla trekking is physically and emotionally demanding, and the difference between an average trek and an unforgettable one usually comes down to who is organizing it.
- Permits Secured EarlyWe secure your gorilla permits early and confirm your exact trekking group in advance.
- Fitness Matched TrailsWe match you to a trekking group and trail based on your fitness level and interests.
- Experienced Local GuidesOur guides are drawn from communities living beside the forest, with years of tracking experience.
- Community Minded TravelPart of every trek supports local conservation and community programs around the park.
Why Giravex Safaris
Local Expertise
Built and run by East Africans who plan every route from firsthand knowledge, not a brochure.
Tailor Made Plans
Every itinerary is adjusted to your pace, budget and interests, never a fixed package.
On Ground Support
A local team and direct contact are reachable throughout your trip, not only before booking.
Responsible Travel
We work with community and conservation partners so your visit gives something back.
What Our Travelers Say
Every detail was handled before we even landed. Our guide's knowledge of the forest made the trek itself feel effortless, and the hour with the gorilla family is something I still think about.
We told Giravex roughly what we wanted and they built something better than we could have planned ourselves. The camps were exactly the kind of quiet, private spots we'd hoped for.
Traveling with two kids under ten made us nervous, but the pacing was perfect and our guide kept them engaged the whole trip. Genuinely one of our best family holidays.
The crew's pacing and altitude management made the difference between our group and others we met on the mountain. Every one of us reached the summit.
Fast, efficient, and beautifully organized. Two hours from Kigali to the gorillas, then a completely different pace by the lake. Couldn't have asked for a smoother trip.
We saw more wildlife in five days than we expected to see in two weeks. Our guide's tracking instincts were incredible - he'd spot a leopard from what felt like a mile away.
Book Your Gorilla Trek Early
Gorilla permits are limited every day. Tell us your dates and we will check availability and build your safari around the permit.
Our Partners
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