Budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2024

Budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2024

Budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2024 : Gorilla trekking is an extraordinary activity which involves tourists moving on foot into the tropical rainforest in search of the habituated mountain gorillas and once found spend one hour with them in their natural habitat. Gorilla trekking in Uganda is done in Bwindi impenetrable national park which harbours the highest number of mountain gorillas and Mgahinga gorilla national park both located in south western region. Mountain gorilla trekking is also done in Volcanoes national park in Rwanda, Virunga national park and Kahuzi Biega national park in Democratic Republic of Congo.

Budget gorilla trekking experience

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park starts early in the morning with a briefing about the rules, regulations and expectations at the park headquarters. After the briefing, you will start trekking in the jungle with an experienced park guide in search of the mountain gorillas which takes about 2 to 6 hours depending on where they are located because they like to move from one place to another in search of food. During trekking you will be able to view other primate species, view different plant and tree species, birds among others and once the mountain gorillas are located, you will be allowed to spend one hour with them in their natural habitat which gives you an opportunity to learn about their lifestyle, behaviours, watch them feed, breastfeed, play, groom young ones, take photos and record videos to show people back home.

Best time to go for gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2024

Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park can be done anytime throughout the year though the best time is during the dry season in the months of June to September and December to February because during this period there is less rainfall in the parks therefore gorilla trekking trails will be dry and passable which makes trekking easy.

Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park can also be done in the low/ rainy season during the months of March to May and October to November. During the rainy season, purchasing of gorilla trekking permits will be easy and some lodges offer discounts as a way of attracting visitors which favours budget travellers.

Budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2024
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Cost of gorilla trekking permits in Uganda 2024

Gorilla trekking permits in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park cost 700 USD per person for foreign non residents, 600 USD per person for foreign residents and 250,000 UGX per person for East African citizens.

How to book gorilla trekking permits in Uganda

Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda can be booked through Achieve Global Safaris a trusted tour company where you will contact our tour consultants with the date, month, year and gorilla destination that you wish to visit. After contacting us, we will check for permit availability for your desired dates from Uganda Wildlife Authority and if there are permits available on your dates, you will be asked to make a deposit. Once we receive the payment, we will be able to purchase the permits on your behalf and send you a scanned copy of the receipt as confirmation.

What to pack/carry for gorilla trekking safari in Uganda

When planning a gorilla trekking safari in Uganda, there are a number of items that you should pack including insect repellent, hiking shoes, long sleeved shirt and trouser, garden gloves, warm sweater, waterproof rain jacket, energy snacks and drinking water, face masks, walking stick, hat and sunglasses, back pack among others.

Where to stay during your gorilla trekking safari

Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park have a wide range of accommodation facilities ranging from budget, midrange and luxury where you can stay during your gorilla trekking safari including  Mount Gahinga Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, Lake Mutanda Resort, Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge, Buhoma Haven Lodge, Lake Chahafi Resort, Ichumbi Lodge, Rushaga Gorilla Lodge, Four Gorillas Lodge, Ruhija Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge, Trackers Safari Lodge, Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, Engagi Lodge, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Closeup Lodge, Trekkers Tavern Cottages, Gorilla Leisure Lodge, Gorilla Bluff Lodge, Gorilla Heights Lodge, Buhoma Community Rest Camp, Chameleon Hill Lodge, Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge, Gorilla Forest Camp, Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge, Silverback Lodge, Ruhija Community Rest Camp, Bakiga Lodge, Ruhija Gorilla Mist Camp, Bweza Gorilla Lodge, Travellers Rest Hotel among others.

During your budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2024, you can also engage in other activities like chimpanzee trekking or chimpanzee habituation experience in Kibale forest national park. for more information about the budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda, you can reach out to us at Achieve Global Safaris or visit our website for affordable gorilla trekking packages.

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