• January to February: Short dry season. Great conditions in Bwindi, Volcanoes, and Virunga National Parks. Moderate crowds.

• March to May: Wet season. Trails get muddy, but permits are often discounted in Uganda and DR Congo.

• June to September: Peak dry season. Best trekking conditions. High permit demand—book early.

• October to November: Another rainy window. Fewer travelers. Good for budget-conscious trekkers.

• December: Dry returns. Beautiful conditions and more gorilla family sightings.

Most travelers choose the dry months (June to September and December to February) for the best trail access and photography.• January to February: Short dry season. Great conditions in Bwindi, Volcanoes, and Virunga National Parks. Moderate crowds.

• March to May: Wet season. Trails get muddy, but permits are often discounted in Uganda and DR Congo.

• June to September: Peak dry season. Best trekking conditions. High permit demand—book early.

• October to November: Another rainy window. Fewer travelers. Good for budget-conscious trekkers.

• December: Dry returns. Beautiful conditions and more gorilla family sightings.

Most travelers choose the dry months (June to September and December to February) for the best trail access and photography.