Combining gorilla trekking with genuine Big Five game viewing means choosing between Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls, or Rwanda’s Akagera — each offering a different balance of species and terrain.
Uganda: Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls
Queen Elizabeth suits shorter trips with its close proximity to Bwindi; Murchison Falls suits longer trips wanting the Nile itself alongside the game viewing.
Rwanda: Akagera
The most direct pairing with a Rwanda gorilla trip, with a rebuilt Big Five population including reintroduced lion and rhino.
Our Recommendation
For a first trip, Queen Elizabeth paired with Bwindi offers the best balance of convenience and wildlife variety. Get in touch and we’ll help you choose.