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Magical Gorilla Adventures
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- UTB & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,735 to $17,351 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Shadeh Ghazi-Noory | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
They skipped the last game drive day 😢😢😢
I really enjoyed the lodgings that we stayed in for the tour, really beautiful and relaxing. However, we were meant to get 3 game drives. On the last day we just drove out of the park without the final game drive which was really disappointing
Email Sharon | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive, Friendly and Conscientious Tour Operator!
Magical Gorilla Adventures was amazingly responsive from the onset of planning our trip through the end of our journey. Both Aina and Kolo were accessible at any time with any questions or clarifications that we had. Their pricing was competitive and the itinerary they assembled took into consideration our request to not only see the animals but to also get a flavor for Rwandan and Tanzanian culture (tribes, villages, arts, museums, etc).
The tour itself was great but also pretty rigorous for us (we are active seniors). Lots of riding on bumpy, dusty, rutty roads in Tanzania - for HOURS each day, either on game drives or to get from place to place. By the fourth day of that, we were kind of exhausted from it. But, that's Tanzania.... Rwanda was charming; had better roads, was incredibly clean.
Visiting with the several tribes we had on our itinerary was great, as was the gorilla trekking. We loved the initial game drives in Tanzania, but as mentioned, once we were able to view all the animals (we caught all the Big 5!), we decided to try different activities (waterfall hike, hot springs swim).
Reply from Magical Gorilla Adventures
Posted on Jul 28, 2024Dear Sharon & Michael,
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We are absolutely happy to hear about your positive experience with Magical Gorilla Adventures.
Aina and Kolo are truly dedicated to making every journey special, and it's heartwarming to know that their responsiveness and support made a difference in your trip. We are also glad that our pricing and carefully crafted itinerary met your expectations and provided you with a rich blend of wildlife and cultural experiences.
We appreciate your understanding of the challenges posed by the rugged roads in Tanzania. Your adventurous spirit and resilience as active seniors are truly inspiring! It’s wonderful to hear that you were able to see all the Big 5 and enjoy additional activities like the waterfall hike and hot springs swim after your initial game drives.
Rwanda’s charm and cleanliness, along with your positive experiences with the local tribes and gorilla trekking, bring us immense joy. We aim to create unforgettable memories, and your words reaffirm that we are achieving that goal.
Thank you once again for choosing Magical Gorilla Adventures. We are incredibly grateful for your appreciation and feedback. We hope to have the pleasure of planning another adventure for you in the future!
Kindest Regards,
Pius
GR
Email Gerasimos anyfantis | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unique experience
It is our first time in Rwanda ans safari,the office and kolo organised perfect all,he helped us every time,the accommodation was perfect,our guide juvenal was perfect and we had exciting good time.
DE
Email Ellen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
They're not lying when they say "magical"
The only bad thing about our trip with Eddie was that it was only two days and not longer. But boy, did we have a great time on those two days! Magical Gorilla Adventures chose an idyllic lodge for us, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, and a wonderful restaurant for lunch on our second day, the Bird's Nest. We enjoyed the Batwa Cultural Walk and the boat trip on Lake Bonyonyi very much. Needless to say, the highlight of our trip was the time we spent with the gorilla family. They put on a great show for us, especially the baby. A dream come true! Thank you, Magical Gorilla Adventures, for this truly magical experience. And thank you so much, Eddie, for not only providing us with the smoothest trip, but also for being so friendly and funny and for making the car rides very interesting and enjoyable!
DE
Email Christina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Gorilla tracking and more - everything your heart desires
If you go to Uganda and want a truly magical adventure, I highly recommend booking with magical gorilla adventures. Our trip was exactly that - magical. We were always very well looked after and we felt safe at all times. All our wishes were made true and even more. This has easily been the best and most memorable trip of my life so far. Thank you!
Email Bill Moniz Bill Moniz Travel | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Magical Gorilla Adventures provides excellent tour guides and trip agendas in Uganda and Rwanda
As a Travel Agent, I have access to all the major players in the Gorilla trekking field and tours in Rwanda and Uganda After much research I selected Magical Gorilla Adventures. Aina of Magical Gorillas Adventures is very helpful and promptly answers questions and concerns and provided very good tours at reasonable prices. The guides/drivers were friendly, personable, reliable and spoke very good English and were always promptly at my hotel or lodge to pick me up and were very knowledgeable of the areas we were going to. They drove carefully on what are typically crowded and not so great roadways in both countries. They truly care about you and your comfort and well being.
We hit all the major places tours of much higher cost do, and we went places other tours don't go, such as the Rhino Reserve in Uganda and Jinja (source of the Nile). The lodges were very comfortable and well maintained. I have no complaints to speak of and strongly recommend Magical Gorilla Adventures.
DE
Email Celine | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Once in a lifetime experience
We booked a two-day gorilla trek from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda and had a truly unique experience! Everything went smoothly, our driver Naboth was fantastic and absolutely reliable – from picking us up at our hotel to the transfers in the area and the return trip to Uganda. The gorilla trek was a real adventure, and after a two-hour hike, we found a family of 16 gorillas, which we were able to approach to within a meter to observe them. The gorillas weren't bothered at all. It was incredible. The Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge was also great. I would recommend this tour to everyone!
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Email Mario G | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip in Uganda and Kenya
Absolutely outstanding experience.
We did a 12-day safari across Kenya and Uganda (Gorilla trekking, Maasai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha, Amboseli) in January 2026 and it exceeded expectations. The guides were exceptional: deeply knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate. They ensured we learned not only about wildlife, but also about local cultures, traditions, and daily life, which made the trip truly immersive.
Communication with the agency was flawless end to end—responsive, clear, and proactive. Everything ran smoothly, on time, and exactly as promised.
I’ll recommend this agency to all my friends and relatives! Hopefully we’ll come back soon as well!
DE
Email Theresa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Magical encounters in Uganda and Tanzania
We spent two weeks in Uganda and Tanzania organized by Magical Gorilla Adventures and we had the best time.
Communication was really good and fast via WhatsApp. The accommodations were great.
Our guide Peter in Uganda was amazing. He was really friendly and a very good driver. He put a lot of effort to give us experiences and the best memories. We learned a lot about Uganda and its culture and he knew a lot about animals. We saw a lot of animals in Murchison Falls Nationalspark. The chimpanzee tracking in Kibale was very memorable. Our highlight in Uganda was the Gorilla tracking in Bwindi. We were very close to the gorillas and had the best experience.
After an overnight stop in Ruanda we flew to Tanzania and were picked up by our guide Macha. We visited Central Serengeti, Ndutu, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire Nationalpark and we saw so many animals. The cheetahs even played on our safari car and we saw more than 80 lions. Macha was a great driver and he spotted so many animals for us.
The two weeks trip to Uganda and Tanzania was just amazing and we will never forget. Everything was organized very well. We definitely recommend Magical Gorilla Adventures and our guides Peter and Macha and would love to do another trip with them!
IL
Email Eran | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari Experience
We had an absolutely wonderful 17-day safari experience and can wholeheartedly recommend this company to anyone planning a trip. From the very beginning, communication was clear, professional, and fast. Emails were answered quickly, often much sooner than expected. Every question was addressed in detail, which gave us a lot of confidence before the trip. One of the biggest advantages was how flexible they were, both before and during the safari. They accommodated all our planning changes without any hesitation or feeling that we were “bothering” them. Adjustments to the itinerary were handled smoothly, and we always felt our preferences were truly listened to. The entire 17 days were organized seamlessly, and we could simply relax and enjoy the experience. Any changes or tweaks we requested on the road were taken care of quickly and efficiently. The trip felt very personal and tailored to us, rather than a standard, rigid package. Overall impression is that this is a company that genuinely cares about its guests and goes the extra mile to create a memorable safari. The combination of responsiveness, flexibility, and warm, attentive service made this one of our best trips ever. Highly recommended for anyone who values good communication, adaptable planning, and a worry free safari
