Gorilla trekking Uganda and Rwanda
A Gorilla trek is the highlight of all itineraries done in Uganda and Rwanda, and for your information, Mountains Gorillas are the main reasons as to why many people visit the two destinations. Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda should be on every one’s bucket list as it is a life time experience.
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When to Visit Mountain Gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda
Although Gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda and Rwanda is conducted the all year round, due to various seasons experienced by the National parks that habits the mountain Gorillas (rainy season and dry seasons) majority of tourists prefer to visit from June to September and from December to February but you can Visit Bwindi, Mgahinga and Volcanoes at any time of the year and Gorilla permits are always available. The low season of rainy season calls for lower rates of some services.
Where to stay on a Gorilla trekking safari
Getting the best Gorilla safari lodge or accommodation depends on how much you can afford to pay or what your budget would be for the holiday. We have lodges and camps ranging from budget, mid-range and upmarket. Some upmarket lodges charge as high as usd700 while the budget can go down to USD50 for a double, it is all about the facility, food, location, and other services, and I would advise to choose a lodge that is near to the Gorilla trekking starting point to avoid inconveniences in the morning on the of your Gorilla trekking safari in Uganda and Rwanda.
How to get a Gorilla trekking permit in Uganda
For your Gorilla tracking in Uganda, the activity is conducted within Bwindi impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park, In Uganda a Gorilla permit is at USD700.00 per person per trek, and only 8 people are allowed to visit one Gorilla family per day, but bwindi has many Gorilla families in different Gorilla trekking sector. We strongly encourage you to book your Gorilla permit in advance to avoid inconveniences with availability most especially during the peak season, book your Gorilla permit at least two months before your travel dates.Contact one of Great Adventure safari consultants in office will give you detailed information about your Gorilla safari in Uganda and Rwanda.