Visiting a mountain gorilla in Uganda is both a rare wildlife encounter and a conservation transaction: purchase a government-issued permit, enter Bwindi Impenetrable or Mgahinga National Park with trained rangers and trackers, and spend a regulated amount of time with a habituated gorilla family under strict health and safety rules.

Because permits are the primary legal mechanism that controls access and generates much of the revenue for gorilla conservation and community development, understanding how to book, what a permit actually includes, and what it costs is essential for every tourist planning a gorilla safari to Uganda.

Key takeaways

• Who issues permits: Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), the official government agency for protected areas in Uganda. [1]
• Where permits are valid: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP) and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (MGNP). [1][3][4]
• Official standard permit price (current published tariff): USD 800 for Foreign Non-Residents (FNR). Other categories exist and are cheaper (see details below). These rates are recorded in UWA’s Conservation Tariff (July 2024–June 2026). [1]
• Other permit types: Standard gorilla-tracking permits (1 hour with gorillas) and gorilla habituation permits (up to 4 hours; limited availability and higher fee). [1][14]
• Group size & visit length: Standard treks are limited to eight (8) visitors per gorilla group per day and visits are normally one hour; habituation experiences have smaller groups and longer visit times. [1][14][6]
• Health and safety rules: Minimum distance recommendations appear in both UWA and international guidance but vary (7 m vs 10 m); visitors must follow UWA rules and IUCN best practice to reduce disease transmission risk. [1][6][7]
• How to book: Use the official UWA online booking portal / reservation office (reservations@wildlife.go.ug) and pay through the listed official channels (online payment gateway, bank transfers, POS, mobile money). Always retain receipts/IDs for resident status verification. [1][2]
• Refunds / cancellations: UWA manages reservations and policy; the authority requires direct contact for refunds and rescheduling. Detailed percentages and refund rules are not consolidated in a single public UWA page (see section below). If precise refund terms are critical for your booking, request written confirmation from UWA reservations. [2][14]

1. What is a “gorilla permit” in Uganda?

Definition and legal purpose.
A Uganda gorilla permit is an official ticket, issued under the authority of Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), that authorises a named person to participate in a guided gorilla-tracking or gorilla-habituation activity in one of Uganda’s gorilla parks on a specified date. Permits regulate visitor numbers, formalize payment for conservation services, and form the principal revenue stream for gorilla management, anti-poaching, veterinary care and community benefit programmes. [1][3]

Two operational categories (short summary).

• Gorilla tracking permit (standard): Grants a trek and one hour with a habituated gorilla group. This is the common tourist product. [1][14]
• Gorilla habituation permit (special): Grants extended observation (up to four hours) with gorillas undergoing habituation. This experience is limited, more invasive, and priced higher. [1][14]

2. Who issues and regulates permits?

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is the issuing body and manager of Uganda’s national parks. All official tariffs, booking channels, and reservation instructions are published or administered by UWA. Where rules or fees are referenced below, the primary source is UWA’s published Conservation Tariff and its reservation pages. [1][2]

Other authoritative actors that influence how permits are managed (policy, health and conservation best practice) include: UNESCO (Bwindi is a World Heritage Site), international conservation bodies (IUCN), and partners involved in mountain gorilla monitoring and population surveys (WWF, IGCP, research institutions). These organizations provide the scientific and conservation context for the permit system. [5]

3. Official prices (UWA tariff): exact, current figures

Authoritative source: Uganda Wildlife Authority — Conservation Tariff July 2024–June 2026 (official PDF). All prices and the categories below are taken directly from that UWA tariff document unless otherwise noted. [1]

Standard gorilla-tracking permit (one hour):

• Foreign Non-Residents (FNR): USD 800. [1]
• Rest of Africa (ROA) passports: USD 500. [1]
• Foreign Residents (FR) in Uganda: USD 700. [1]
• East African Community (EAC) citizens: UGX 300,000 (Ugandan shillings). [1]

Gorilla habituation experience (up to 4 hours):

• FNR: USD 1,500; ROA: USD 1,000; FR: USD 1,000; EAC: UGX 750,000. [1]

What the tariff explicitly states is included: guide fee, park entrance fee for the day, and a community development contribution. The permit fee does not include accommodation, domestic flights, ground transport or optional extras (porters, tips etc.), unless you purchase a packaged service that bundles these. [1]

Source citation for prices: UWA Conservation Tariff (July 2024–June 2026). [1]

Note: UWA changed published prices across tariff cycles in recent years. The figures above are the authoritative government tariff published for July 2024–June 2026; if UWA issues a revised tariff after that period, the official UWA PDF will be the reference. [1]

4. Types of visitors and how the price categories work

UWA applies different prices depending on visitor residency status and region: Foreign Non-Residents (FNR) (most international tourists), Foreign Residents (FR) (foreigners legally resident in Uganda), Rest of Africa (ROA) (non-EAC African passport holders) and East African Community (EAC) citizens (Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Burundi, South Sudan – check definitions in UWA documents). The tariff document explains the categories and requires ID presentation at entry to confirm status. [1][2]

Practical implication: Most international tourists from outside Africa will pay the FNR rate (USD 800 for a standard permit). Verify your classification and confirm documentation required (passport, residency permit) when you book to avoid mismatch at park entry. [1][2]

5. How to book an official UWA gorilla permit — step-by-step

Primary (recommended) route: UWA’s official booking system / reservations office. The Uganda Wildlife Authority provides an online booking portal and a reservations office email and phone contacts: reservations@wildlife.go.ug and UWA booking page. Payment options in the current tariff include online payment gateway, bank transfers, POS, and mobile money (Airtel Money, MTN MoMo) — details are published in the tariff document. [1][2]

Step-by-step (official pathway):

1. Decide date(s) and park/sector. Choose Bwindi (four sectors: Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga/Nkuringo and Nkuringo/Rushaga — check sector access) or Mgahinga, depending on your itinerary. [3][4]
2. Contact UWA or use their booking portal. Use UWA’s online booking page or email reservations@wildlife.go.ug to request availability for specific dates and sectors. [2]
3. Provide required traveler details. Expect to supply full names, nationality, passport numbers, preferred trekking sector and date, and visitor category (FNR/FR/ROA/EAC). [2][14]
4. Receive provisional confirmation and payment instructions. UWA will provide payment instructions and confirm the permit slot. Official payment channels are listed in the tariff (bank transfer, online payment, POS, mobile money). Keep transaction receipts. [1][2]
5. Secure the permit with payment. After payment UWA issues the permit; retain printed/soft copies plus original ID/passport for presentation at the briefing/park gate. [1][2]
6. Bring permit and ID to briefing on the trek day. Arrive on time for the ranger briefing that explains rules, route logistics and emergency procedures. [14]

Important procedural notes (from UWA documents): UWA’s tariff and reservation pages explicitly require ID to confirm status and in some periods have required presentation of COVID-19 vaccination proof (check the latest guidance in UWA documentation at booking time). Always check the current UWA requirements when arranging permits. [1][2]

6. Availability and capacity: why permits sell out

Hard biological constraints. Mountain gorilla tourism is capacity-limited for ecological and welfare reasons: UWA restricts visitors to a maximum of eight (8) persons per habituated gorilla group per day, and visits are short (one hour) to limit disturbance and disease risk. These limits create a finite daily supply of permits in each sector. [1][14]

Number of habituated groups and daily capacity. The exact number of habituated groups in Bwindi/Sector and Mgahinga changes over time as groups split or new groups are opened for tourism. As of the most recent UWA reporting and transboundary census work, Bwindi hosts dozens of habituated family groups available for tourism, while Mgahinga has far fewer habituated groups (historically one). Because each habituated family can accommodate only 8 guests per day, total daily permits are limited; this is the operational reason early booking is necessary. [3][4][10]

Conservation and tourism balance. The capacity limit is not a marketing device; it is a conservation management tool incorporated in UWA policy and international best practice to reduce cumulative stress and disease risk to the gorillas. [6][14]

7. Where to trek: Bwindi vs Mgahinga — differences that matter for permit buyers

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP). The primary gorilla-trekking destination in Uganda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with numerous habituated groups across different sectors; the terrain can be steep, muddy and physically demanding. Bwindi accounts for a major share of Uganda’s mountain gorilla population and is the park most visitors choose. [3][5]

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (MGNP). Smaller park on the Uganda–Rwanda–DRC frontier. Traditionally has far fewer habituated groups (sometimes only one group open for tourism) and therefore fewer permits. Movement of gorillas across borders in this transboundary landscape affects availability (if a family crosses into Rwanda/DRC, there may be no gorillas to view), a risk that influences refund/rescheduling outcomes. [4][3]

Practical booking implication: If you need certainty of encountering gorillas and have tight schedule constraints, Bwindi typically offers more options; Mgahinga can be more restrictive because fewer habituated families are available. Official UWA resources note the transboundary nature of gorilla movements — plan accordingly. [1][3][4]

8. What a permit covers — and what it does not

What is covered (explicitly stated in UWA tariff):

• Guide fee (UWA ranger/guide).
• Park entrance fee for the day.
• Community development contribution (a portion is routed to local communities). [1]

What is not covered (typical exclusions):

• Transport to/from the park (road transfer, domestic flights).
• Accommodation (lodges/camps).
• Optional porters, specialist guides beyond the UWA ranger, tips, personal equipment or travel insurance.
• International or domestic flights and visa fees.

Important detail — documentation & ID: UWA requires presentation of identification documents to confirm residency status; this is relevant because the permit price depends on your residency classification. [1][2]

9. Rules, health and visitor conduct (what you must follow)

Minimum age and group limits. UWA sets a minimum age for gorilla tracking (the tariff/guidelines state minimum age 15 years in current documents) and a maximum of 8 visitors per group. Visits are limited to one hour for standard permits. [1][14]

Disease transmission risk and distancing. Protecting gorilla health is central to permit rules. International best-practice guidance for great-ape tourism (IUCN and other scientific reviews) emphasises: minimise human-to-ape disease transmission risk via distancing, mask use when required, limiting visitor numbers and restricting visits by people who are ill. The commonly cited minimum separation distance in international guidelines is 7 metres (≈23 feet) as an absolute minimum, but UWA’s most recent tariff documents (July 2024–June 2026) refer to a 10-metre distance in their gorilla tracking rules — reflecting a stricter operational stance. Because different authoritative documents may state different minimum distances, follow the current UWA guidance on the day of your trek (the park briefing and UWA signage). [1][6][7]

Masks and symptomatic visitors. IUCN best practices and disease-prevention guidance recommend masks (especially for respiratory outbreaks) and that anyone with respiratory symptoms not participate in visits. UWA’s recent guidance has included COVID-19 related measures in previous cycles and still flags disease-risk precautions and ID/vaccination checks; in practice, park authorities may require or strongly recommend masks during high-risk periods. [1][6][14]

Photography and behaviour rules. No flash photography; do not feed, touch or deliberately approach gorillas; keep voices low; follow ranger instructions at all times. Failure to follow rules can result in immediate expulsion and potential legal penalties. [1][14][15]

10. Gorilla habituation experience — what it is, where it’s offered, and how much

What is habituation? Gorillas undergo a careful, multi-year process to become accustomed to human presence (habituation) so that research and observational tourism can proceed without causing panic or aggressive responses. The habituation experience allows visitors to observe groups that are still in the habituation process (semi-habituated families) under specialised supervision. [6][14]

Key practical facts:

• Duration: Up to four hours with the gorillas — versus one hour for standard tracking. [1][14]
• Group size: Habituation experiences commonly restrict visitors to four (4) people per day for a habituation group (UWA indicates far smaller groups). [14]
• Price: Substantially higher — UWA lists USD 1,500 (FNR) for habituation permits (July 2024–June 2026). [1]
• Availability: Very limited. Only a few gorilla families are designated for habituation at any time; UWA manages and controls allocation. [1][14]

Conservation caveat: Habituation is resource-intensive and intrusive; UWA and partner organisations restrict habituation to carefully managed projects where the conservation and research value outweighs the risk. [6]

11. Day-of logistics: meeting points, briefing, trackers and porters

Briefing location and time. On the day of the trek you will meet at the park headquarters or designated sector meeting point for a ranger-led briefing. The briefing covers rules, the expected route, safety and basic ecology. Exact meeting points and times are confirmed by UWA or your operator when the permit is issued. [2][14]

Trackers and rangers. The UWA ranger and local trackers lead the trek and find the gorillas. Armed ranger presence is common for both visitor protection and to deter snares/poaching; armed rangers accompany treks as part of park security. [1][14]

Porters and physical assistance. Paths can be rough and steep; porters are available locally (for a fee) to carry day-packs or assist visitors. UWA notes porter fees as park-announced (check current rates in UWA tariff as applicable for carrying or assisting). [1]

What to bring and what not to bring. Bring the printed permit and passport/ID, sturdy hiking boots, long sleeves and trousers, rain gear, water, snacks (but do not eat in gorilla presence), insect repellent, and personal medications. Leave food and high-scent items sealed and with the vehicle or your guide. Do not bring large noise-making devices, drone cameras, or any items that may disturb wildlife. [14]

12. Costs beyond the permit: realistic budgeting

The official permit is only one line in the total cost of a gorilla safari. Typical additional costs for a standard Uganda gorilla trip include:

• International airfare to Entebbe (Uganda) and regional flights.
• Domestic flights / air transfers (e.g., Entebbe to Kihihi/Kisoro airstrips) if you prefer to fly nearer the park. UWA tariffs include aircraft landing/airstrip fees separately. [1]
• Ground transport / lodge transfers (4×4 vehicle hire or driver-guide).
• Accommodation (ranging widely from budget lodges to luxury camps near Bwindi).
• Porter services (optional, often quoted per day). [1]
• Park entrance extras if you add other activities (chimp tracking, community visits). [1]
• Tips, personal gear, travel insurance and visas.

Because the permit cost is significant (USD 800 for FNR as of the UWA tariff), it is common for tourists to purchase a package that bundles permit, transfers, accommodation and guides. When booking packages, insist on receiving the UWA permit confirmation separately (so you can confirm the official permit number and payment reference). [1][2]

13. Conservation finance: how permit revenue is used

Revenue sharing & community benefits. UWA’s tariff explicitly states that permit fees include a community development contribution. Studies and official revenue-sharing programs around Bwindi have historically allocated a portion of park revenues directly to neighbouring communities (e.g., a fixed dollar contribution per permit and a share of park entrance revenues invested in community projects). Independent analyses and institutional reports document that revenue-sharing has funded schools, clinics, water and livelihoods projects in communities near Bwindi, and that these programs play an important role in building local support for gorilla conservation. [1][8][12]

Scientific evidence for tourism’s role in conservation. Peer-reviewed literature documents the close link between targeted conservation actions (including funding from tourism) and improvements in mountain gorilla population trends — for example, population recoveries in the Virunga region and Bwindi have been associated with combined conservation interventions (law enforcement, veterinary care, monitoring and tourism-derived finance). These are complex causal relationships, but tourism revenue (including permits) is a material part of financing that conservation success. [9][14]

Transparency & monitoring. Because permit revenue is significant, conservation partners and researchers have emphasised transparent allocation, long-term funding mechanisms, and community participation to sustain both conservation outcomes and local livelihoods. [8][9]

14. Refunds, cancellations and transfers — what the official record shows (and what it does not)

What UWA publishes: UWA operates the reservation portal and accepts payments; its booking page lists contact information (email/phone) and directs users to make reservations through the portal. The tariff document specifies payment channels and the requirement to present ID and vaccination documentation when needed. [1][2]

Gaps in publicly available, consolidated refund policy: UWA’s public pages do not appear to publish a single, consolidated and easily discoverable table of refund percentages and rescheduling windows for gorilla permits in the same way many private tour operators publish their cancellation terms. UWA has in the past issued revised terms and communicated policy via their reservation channels and official releases, but a traveler who needs exact refund/reschedule percentages should ask UWA in writing at the time of booking and request a written confirmation of the cancellation/reschedule policy that will apply to their reservation. Where third-party operator sites quote specific refund bands, those are not UWA primary documents — they may reflect operator practice or older circulars, so treat them as secondary unless UWA issues a direct statement. No single public, primary-source percentage schedule for refunds is consistently available on UWA’s main booking pages as of January 27, 2026; contact UWA for the definitive position. [1][2][14]

Practical guidance (conservative): Because permits fund conservation and are capacity-limited, many UWA permits are effectively non-transferable and refunds are restricted; expect strict rescheduling rules and insist on written confirmation of any refund policy before you pay. If you need flexible cancellation, negotiate terms in writing with UWA or your booking agent and confirm who (UWA vs the operator) will refund the permit line. [1][2][14]

15. Health, vaccinations and travel-health advice for visitors

General travel health requirements for Uganda: Official travel-health authorities recommend certain immunizations for travel to Uganda. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends yellow fever vaccination for most travelers to Uganda and notes that yellow fever vaccination is required for entry from some countries — the WHO list and CDC provide country-by-country specifics. Always consult your national public-health authority and the CDC/WHO pages for up-to-date entry and vaccine requirements. [12][13]

Gorilla-specific health concerns: Because mountain gorillas can catch many human respiratory pathogens, animal-health and conservation guidelines (IUCN and UWA) emphasise preventing any potentially infectious human persons from interacting with gorillas: do not join a trek if you have a cough, fever or recent respiratory illness; follow the park briefing; wear a mask if required; keep the mandated distance; cover coughs and sneezes; wash/sanitize hands before and after visits. Failure to observe disease precautions can endanger gorilla health and is taken seriously by authorities and researchers. [6][7][14]

International best practice documents: IUCN’s “Best Practice Guidelines for Great Ape Tourism” and other expert documents provide the scientific basis for rules such as limiting group size, distance and mask use; UWA implements rules consistent with those principles. [6][7]

16. Practical tips for tourists (preparation checklist)

• Book early. Because permits are limited by group size and number of habituated families, arrange permits months in advance for peak season dates. UWA’s online booking and reservation email/phone are the official channels. [1][2]
• Confirm your category. Understand whether you qualify as FNR, FR, ROA or EAC and have ID ready. [1]
• Request written confirmation of cancellation/refund terms. If flexibility matters, get the UWA-stated policy in writing before paying. [2][14]
• Bring printed permit and passport. You will be asked to present them at briefing and entry. [2][14]
• Health preparation: check CDC/WHO travel health advisories; get yellow fever vaccination if recommended/required and consider routine travel vaccinations (e.g., tetanus, hepatitis A), and ensure you are symptom-free the week before your trek. [12][13]
• Fitness and gear: prepare for steep muddy trails — good boots, gaiters, long sleeves, insect repellent and a small daypack. Hire a porter if you need assistance. [14]
• Respect the rules. Keep the required distance, do not feed or touch animals, switch off flash photography and follow ranger instructions — both for safety and for conservation compliance. [6][14]

17. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How far in advance should I book a Uganda gorilla permit?
A1: There is no single mandated window in UWA public documents, but because permits are limited to 8 people per habituated group per day and habituation permits are extremely limited, many travellers book 6–12 months ahead for peak season dates. For absolute confirmation of availability and specific deadlines, use UWA reservations (reservations@wildlife.go.ug) and request written confirmation. [1][2]

Q2: Can I buy a gorilla permit on arrival in Uganda?
A2: UWA sells permits via its booking office and online portal. While in some low-demand periods last-minute permits may be available, it is risky to rely on walk-in purchases because supplies are limited and popular dates sell out. The safe approach is to reserve in advance. [1][2]

Q3: Are gorilla permits refundable if I get sick or weather prevents the trek?
A3: UWA manages refunds and rescheduling. Public UWA pages provide reservation contacts but do not publish a single consolidated refund percentage table on the main booking page. There have been policies communicated in the past via UWA circulars and partner notices. No single public, primary-source consensus on exact refund percentages is reliably located on UWA’s main website as of January 27, 2026; request written terms when booking. [1][2][14]

Q4: Do permits include airport transfers and accommodation?
A4: No. The UWA permit fee typically includes the guide fee, park entrance for the day and a community development contribution only. Transfers, accommodation and other logistics are separate costs. [1]

Q5: What happens if the gorillas are not found on the day?
A5: UWA has operational procedures for situations where gorillas cannot be located due to movement; some previous practice notes indicate partial refunds or rescheduling depending on circumstances, but precise terms can vary. Always clarify the ‘no-sightings’ contingency with UWA when you buy a permit. [1][14]

Q6: Can children visit gorillas?
A6: UWA sets a minimum age for tracking (the tariff documents indicate minimum 15 years). Verify current minimum age at booking because UWA updates rules from time to time. [1][14]

Q7: Are masks mandatory?
A7: Mask rules vary with public-health context. IUCN best practices recommend masks in many situations to reduce disease transmission risk. UWA’s guidance has included COVID-19 measures and may require masks during high-risk periods. Follow the park’s current instructions at briefing. [6][1]

Q8: Where does the permit money go?
A8: According to UWA and published conservation literature, permit fees contribute directly to park operations (rangers, monitoring), veterinary and conservation actions, and community development contributions. Programmes redistribute part of tourism revenue to local community projects (for example, a fixed per-permit community payment and a percentage share of park revenues). Independent reviews show revenue-sharing is a component of conservation success around Bwindi. [1][8][9]

Q9: Is habituation recommended over a standard trek?
A9: Habituation permits provide more time but are limited, more expensive and more intrusive. If your objective is the single best chance to see gorillas, habituation is valuable but not necessary — standard treks also offer excellent viewing and are the foundation of sustainable tourism practice. Choose based on conservation considerations, price and availability. [1][6][14]

Q10: Are permit prices the same year-round / seasonally discounted?
A10: UWA’s published tariff shows fixed prices by category (FNR, FR, ROA, EAC) for the tariff period. There is no seasonal discount listed in the tariff PDF; prices are set by UWA per tariff cycle (e.g., July 2024–June 2026). [1]

References

1. Uganda Wildlife Authority — Conservation Tariff July 2024–June 2026 (PDF). UWA.
   https://ugandawildlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/UWA-Conservation-Tariff-July-2024-June-2026.pdf
2. Uganda Wildlife Authority — Book / Reservations (online booking and contacts; reservations@wildlife.go.ug). UWA.
   https://ugandawildlife.org/book/
3. Uganda Wildlife Authority — Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (official page). UWA.
   https://ugandawildlife.org/national-parks/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park/
4. Uganda Wildlife Authority — Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (official page). UWA.
   https://ugandawildlife.org/national-parks/mgahinga-gorilla-national-park/
5. UNESCO World Heritage Centre — Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (World Heritage listing). UNESCO.
   https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/682/
6. Macfie, E. J., & Williamson, E. A. (eds.) — Best Practice Guidelines for Great Ape Tourism (IUCN SSC). (IUCN guidance on great-ape tourism and disease risk).
   https://portals.iucn.org/library/efiles/documents/ssc-op-038.pdf
7. IUCN Great Apes & Health pages — Protect great apes from disease; health guidance for tourism (IUCN PSG / SGA resources).
   https://www.iucngreatapes.org/protect-great-apes-from-disease
8. International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) / case studies — Local economic development through tourism at Bwindi / revenue sharing analysis (IIED resources on revenue sharing and community benefits).
   https://www.iied.org/sites/default/files/pdfs/migrate/17648IIED.pdf
9. Robbins, M. M., Gray, M., Fawcett, K. A., Nutter, F. B., Uwingeli, P., Mburanumwe, I., Stoinski, T. S., Cranfield, M. R., Byamukama, J., Spelman, L. H., & Robbins, A. M. (2011). Extreme Conservation Leads to Recovery of the Virunga Mountain Gorillas. PLOS ONE.
   https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0019788
10. WWF / Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration — New mountain gorilla census and related press / population monitoring summaries (WWF news and partners on Bwindi/Virunga surveys).
    https://www.wwfuganda.org/?53744%2FNew-Mountain-Gorilla-Census-Launched-in-Bwindi=
11. IUCN Red List — Gorilla beringei ssp. beringei (Mountain gorilla) — IUCN Red List assessment.
    https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/39994/17989719
12. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — Uganda travel health information / Traveler’s Health.
    https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/uganda
13. World Health Organization (WHO) — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and country list (IHR references, vaccine recommendations).
    https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/documents/emergencies/travel-advice/yellow-fever-vaccination-requirements-country-list-2020-en.pdf
14. Uganda Wildlife Authority — Guidelines for the management of gorilla and chimpanzee tracking (July 2024) (PDF). UWA.
    https://ugandawildlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Guidelines-for-the-management-of-gorilla-and-chimpanzee-tracking-JULY-2024.pdf
15. National Forestry Authority (Uganda) — Gorilla trekking rules and regulations / park rules (official national guidance on tracking rules).
    https://www.nfa.org.ug/travel-planner/gorilla-trekking-rules/

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