Frequently Asked Questions About Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
Gorilla trekking in Uganda takes place in Bwindi national park which is located in south western Uganda in Kisoro district, or one can do gorilla trekking in Mgahinga national park which is a home of golden monkeys but also mountain gorillas, so those are the two parks in Uganda where gorilla trekking takes place.
Gorilla trekking costs
Non foreign residents 800USD
Foreign residents 700USD
East African countries 300000 UGX
And gorilla habituation is 1500 USD per person
Frequently asked questions about gorillas
Gorilla trekking is a popular activity for tourists looking forward to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, but also comes with a lot of questions and here are some of the most the frequently asked questions.
How much is gorilla trekking in Uganda
Gorilla trekking costs 800USD per person, 700USD for foreign residents and 300000 Ugx per person for east African countries these permits will allow you to access the gorillas and spend time with them.
Where is gorilla trekking done from in Bwindi national park
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi national park takes place in the 4 sectors which include Buhoma, Nkuringo, Ruhija, and Rushaga each located in a
different location of the park, and each sector has different habituated mountain gorillas with Rushaga leading with the highest number of families.
How to purchase a gorilla trekking permit
Gorilla trekking permits are purchased from Uganda wildlife authority at the headquarters, and this can be best done through a tour operator, and African Vacation Safaris is one of the best companies that can help you purchase the gorilla permits on time to avoid congestion and missing out because some times the availability in in trekking sectors is less.
Where is gorilla habituation experience done from
Gorilla habituation in Bwindi national park is done from Rushaga sector. Gorilla habituation involves walking or hiking through Bwindi Forest to search for semi habituated mountain gorillas and once you find them you will spend 4 hours encountering them so that they can get used to human beings, and it is recommended you book your permit 3 to 4 months before you go to Uganda for gorilla habituation.
What is the difference between gorilla trekking and gorilla habituation
Here the major difference is that during gorilla trekking you spend 1 hour with the gorillas while in gorilla habituation you spend 4 hours with the gorillas after finding them, and gorilla trekking 8 people are allowed per group then gorilla habituation only 4 people. Both activities are done in Bwindi national park and all start in the morning, to go for these activities you need to be physically fit.
What is the best time for go gorilla trekking in Bwindi national park
The gorillas can be visited any time of the year though the best time is during the dry season in the months of June to July the December to February which makes it easy to access the park and gorilla trekking also is easy because the vegetation is short so it gives you a clear of the mountain gorillas.
what to pack while going for mountain gorillas
During primate safari tour in Uganda, you will need to pack the following items. And these include, insect repellent, binoculars, hat and sunscreen, rain jacket, gardening gloves to help you pass through thick vegetation, hiking comfortable shoes and many more.
How hard and challenging is gorilla trekking in Bwindi national park
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi national park is not is easy because the gorillas don’t stay in one place they move continuously through the rain forest, so it is good and important to be physically fit and prepared for the activity.
Where to stay during gorilla trekking in Bwindi national park
Bwindi national park has a variety of accommodation ranging from luxury to budget range and these include, gorilla safari lodge, clouds mountain gorilla lodge, lake mutanda resort, Rushaga gorilla camp, Buhoma lodge, Buhoma community rest camp and many that can give you comfort during your stay.
What is the right age to for gorilla trekking
Visitors who are below the age of 15 years are not allowed on board gorilla trekking tours in Uganda because gorilla trekking is not easy it includes hiking and some times gorillas charge and chase the visitors which persons below the ag of 15 may not manage like running or moving slowly instead, they will make noise which attracts gorillas.
How do I get to Bwindi national park
There are two main ways on how some one can get to Bwindi national park
By road
This is the most common way and it is about 9-10 hours from Kampala up to Kisoro though it is challenging but on the other hand it is interesting because you get an opportunity to see more of the attractions on your way like land scapes, lakes, and the local people.
By air
A visitor can take a plane from Entebbe in kajjansi to Kisoro airstrip then transfer to the park by road using a car.
How close can I get to mountain gorillas
You are required to stay 7 metres away from the gorillas, however sometimes gorillas may come close to, don’t run just stand quietly and also observe them.
What is their in Uganda to see apart from the gorillas
Uganda almost has all attractions you would wish to see like the beautiful flora and fauna, culture and people wild life, birds, mountains, rivers other primates like golden monkeys and chimpanzee to mention but a few.
Is Bwindi national park safe
Yes, Bwindi national park is safe and as matter of fact it is one of the safest and most visited parks in Uganda because of the endangered mountain gorillas, worth considering for your primate safari tour in Uganda.
In conclusion Bwindi national park is an incredibly beautiful and naturally endowed primate safari destination, but questions above regarding the its diversity, costs, age limit, time and others reach out to us at African vacation safaris to make your planning process easy.