Budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2023/2024
Budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2023/2024; Gorilla trekking is an extraordinary activity in Uganda that attracts a wide range of tourists and it involves 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 two national parks namely Bwindi impenetrable national park which harbors the highest number of mountain gorillas and Mgahinga gorilla national park both located in southwestern part of Uganda. There are a number of things or factors to consider when planning a budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2023/2024 for example the price of a gorilla trekking permit, price of the accommodations in Bwindi impenetrable national park, type of transportation to the gorilla destination among others and this article will guide you on how to plan a successful budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda.
Gorilla trekking in Uganda is done in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park and it starts very early in the morning with a briefing about the rules and regulations to follow during trekking. After the briefing, you will be subdivided into groups of 8 people where each group will be allocated a habituated gorilla family to trek, park rangers and an experienced park guide who is conversant with gorilla trekking trails. Gorilla trekking in Uganda takes about 2 hours to 7 hours depending on where the mountain gorillas 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, different bird species, plants among others and once the gorillas are found, you will be able to spend one hour with them in their natural habitat which gives you an opportunity to learn about their behaviors, habits, watch them feed, breastfeed, groom young ones, play, rest, take photos and record videos to show people back home after the safari.
Best time to go for gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2023/2024
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park or Mgahinga gorilla national park can be done anytime throughout the year though the best period is during the dry season in the months of June to September and December to February because during this period there is less or little rainfall in the national parks therefore access roads and gorilla trekking trails in the jungle will be dry and passable hence making gorilla trekking easy compared to the rainy season when the trails are muddy and slippery which makes trekking difficult.
Cost of a gorilla trekking permit in Uganda 2023/2024
A gorilla trekking permit in Uganda 2023/2024 costs 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 2023/2024
Gorilla trekking permits in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park can be booked through a trusted tour operator like Achieve Global Safaris where you will contact us with the date, month, year and gorilla destination that you wish to visit. After contacting us we will check for permit availability on your preferred dates and if there are permits available, you will be asked to make a deposit for the permit. Once we receive the payment, we will purchase the permits on your behalf and send you a scanned copy of the receipt as confirmation.
Gorilla trekking permits in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park 2023/2024 should be booked 3 to 6 months in advance before the trekking date because they are competitive and get sold out quickly especially during the peak season in the months of June, July, August, September, December, January and February, therefore in order to avoid last minute disappointments, you are advised to book in advance.
Budget accommodations for your gorilla trekking safari in 2023/2024
During your budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda, there are a number of budget accommodation facilities where you can stay during the safari including Buhoma Community Rest Camp, Ruhija Gorilla Friends, Trekkers Tavern Cottages, Bwindi Guest House, Broadbill Forest Camp, Nshongi Camp, Bwindi View Bandas, CPTH Gorilla Conservation Camp, Wagtail Eco Safari Camp, Gift of Nature Lodge, Gorilla Valley Lodge, Kisoro Travelers Rest Camp, 3 Way Gorilla Resort Rushaga Haven Gorilla Lodge, Ruhija Community Rest Camp among others.
For more information about the budget gorilla trekking safari in Uganda 2023/2024, do not hesitate to contact us at Achieve Global Safaris or visit our website for budget gorilla trekking packages.
