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Gorilla Safari Bookings is one of Uganda’s Best Gorilla Trekking Companies for gorilla and chimpanzee safaris, Uganda safaris, and Adventure Holidays. Choose us while planning your Uganda Gorilla tracking safari to experience most of Uganda’s honeymoon hides, gorilla trekking, camping safaris, wildlife adventures, and relaxing romantic destinations in Uganda.

Go big or go home rings true in Uganda’s natural splendours – if you’re going to have a lake, it should be Africa’s biggest Lake Victoria; if you’re going to cross the path of a river, it better be the River Nile. But when it comes to large, impressive sights, nothing is quite as famous as the mountain gorilla.

With Gorilla Safari Bookings, you can see half of the world’s surviving population of endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. If charming chimpanzees or the Big Five aren’t enough to capture your heartstrings, you can also enjoy some of the world’s Best Whitewater Rafting and kayaking for a completely different kind of thrill.

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Uganda Safari Destinations

Discover the Pearl of Africa with distinct Culture, gorilla tours-Endangered mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Uganda’s Famous National Parks, gorilla trekking, bird watching, and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, the only destination in the world that harbours gorillas.

Explore Africa’s longest river, the Nile, which passes through Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy our customised Uganda tours for gorilla tracking adventures, African safari holidays, Safari Vacations Africa, incredible gorilla safaris, Wildlife in Uganda’s national parks with Safari Vacations Africa and discover Uganda’s natural green rush vegetation

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Rwanda Safari Destination Tours

Welcome to Rwanda- the Land of a Thousand Hills, with its endless mountains in this scenically stunning little country. The Virunga volcanoes in the northwest are the most majestic mountains in the world. Set out and discover the hidden bamboo forests where the last remaining mountain gorillas live.

Enjoy scenic views on the shores of Lake Kivu, Africa’s best inland beaches. Visit Akagera National Park in northeastern Rwanda, on the border with Tanzania, to see lush savannah and game viewing of different animal species like elephants, waterbucks, topi, Oryx, roan antelope, and elands.

You can spot some primate species and 75 mammals in Nyungwe Forest National Park, located in southwestern Rwanda. Do not miss visiting the Iby’iwacu cultural village in Musanze district, the 1994 Genocide memorial sites as a remembrance of the history of the country where 800000 Rwandan people lost their dear lives, Kigali city, and Musanze caves, which are at the foothills of Volcanoes National Park.

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Kenya Safari Destination

Visit mighty Kenya and witness the world-famous Masai-Mara Game Reserve during the migration, before the migration, and even during the long rains from April to the spectacular conservancies adjacent to the Mara, from North to Olare Motorogi.

Enjoy the scenic terrain when climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, located on the border of Kenya and Tanzania, and have a chance to see the animal viewing “the big five” and historical sites.

Relax on the beaches of Watamu and Malindi after exploring the Meru National Park. Kenya-Almost two million wildebeest and 20000 plain games migrate from Tanzania’s Serengeti to the south of Kenya’s Masai-mara in search of lush grazing grounds and water. Setting out to discover the great spectacle of nature is an iconic safari option for Kenya travellers, nature lovers and African experience seekers

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Tanzania Safari Tours

Welcome to Tanzania and discover the Wildlife, beaches, and friendly people: fascinating cultures, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Mt Kilimanjaro, and the Zanzibar Archipelago. Set out to discover Tanzania-the land of safaris- which is regarded as the 31^st largest country in the world and the 13^th largest country in Africa.

Embark on a safari to see the natural highlights of Ngorongoro Crater, the largest scenic caldera in Tanzania’s parks. Tanzania protects its landscape in conservation areas, home to 25% of Africa’s Largest mammals and 35 per cent of antelope, including 1.5 million wildebeest.

Tanzania’s Indian Ocean coastline is magical, with idyllic beaches, tranquil islands, and sleepy coastal villages steeped in centuries of Swahili culture. Take in the scenery of Mt Kilimanjaro across the northern plains, Africa’s highest snow-capped peak. Spend some time with the red-clothed Maasai warriors and experience the hospitable local people and traditional dance

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Lowland Gorillas & Nyiragongo Hiking in Congo

Explore Congo Safari Tours, Congo Safaris Holiday? When people think of Primate Trekking Safari in Africa, a Congo Safari is the one that comes to mind.

This includes exploring Virunga National Park & Kahuzi-Biega National Park during your Congo Safari, Tailor-Made by the specialists at Wild Travel Safaris.

Book your Congo Safari to meet the Gorillas of Virunga and hike Mount Nyiragongo, the only active volcano in Africa.

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The Quick Guide for Gorilla Trekking with Gorilla Safari Bookings

Where to trek the mountain gorillas in Uganda

In Uganda, two protected and conserved national parks are famous for these endangered primates. Travellers coming to Uganda should expect to visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, both in the western part of the country and popular destinations for Mountain Gorilla Treks.

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi’s impenetrable forest park

The park is situated on the border of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo in the Kanungu District, and it was gazetted in 1991 as a national park to protect the famous,  rare, endangered mountain gorilla species.

Bwindi’s impenetrable national park ranks among the world’s top gorilla-trekking destinations. The park has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1994 because of its rich ecological biodiversity.

Bwindi offers travellers a unique mountain-gorilla experience, with 35 known gorilla groups, although only 17 have been habituated for research and are open to tourism.

Bwindi covers 321 square kilometres and has four sectors for gorilla trekking and gorilla habituation. These include the Nkuringo sector, Buhoma, Rusha,ga and Ruwenzori. Two groups are found in the Nkuringo sector, and the gorilla habituation experience is done in the Rusha sector, where travellers are permitted to spend 4 hours with the gorilla family if found.

According to the gorilla rules and standards in Uganda for both Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mountain Mgahinga National Park,k the law recommends a maximum of 8 people to stay with the mountain gorillas for one hour per gorilla family.

Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is the smallest national park in Uganda by area. Although Mgahinga is the smallest national park in Uganda, it occupies a large extension of the Virunga massif and the conservation area. Other parts of the

Virunga National Park in Congo and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. All three national parks are known for the famous endangered species; however, each country controls its portion of the Virunga massif, and they were conserved specifically to protect mountain gorillas.

Of the 18 habituated groups in Uganda, 17 are in Bwindi, and only one group has been habituated in Mgahinga National Park: the Nyakagezi group, which is much easier to trek because it has settled in the park. However, it has had notorious movements crossing into Rwanda and Congo.

Mountain gorilla trekking can be difficult, especially in Bwindi’s impenetrable national park, as it requires hiking and climbing through rough, steep terrain and hills. You will need to go deeper into the forest to locate and trek these gorilla groups in the wild, and the trek becomes a fascinating, adventurous experience in the African wild.

On the other hand, some gorilla families in Bwindi have settled near the headquarters;  thus, it may take you less than two hours to spot them. It is not a must for every group; you will need to do a lot of hiking, and at Mgahinga, while the gorillas are easy to find, the trek still requires physically fit participants.

The Gorilla Trekking Experience in Uganda:

Gorilla Trekking in Uganda always starts with a briefing at 8:00 at the headquarters, where they go through the dos and don’ts before you begin trekking. You must book gorilla trekking permits in advance before you start the tour. It’s best to book your gorilla trekking tour with a tour operator to help you plan and enjoy a perfect gorilla safari.

Although both parks are known for mountain gorilla trekking, travellers can also choose a unique activity to include on their Uganda gorilla trekking tour. Bwindi and Mgahinga are also known as habitats for golden monkeys, which may not be found elsewhere in Uganda’s national parks.

The surrounding areas are home to the Batwa, who originally lived in the park forest but were later forced to leave; the government settled them around the park as they adopted a more conventional way of life. The Batwa are the shortest people (pygmies) in the world; they were fruit gatherers and hunters in the forest before they left. Their traditional lifestyle is so amazing that you can’t miss visiting the Batwa community on your gorilla tour.

You can also do other activities like mountain climbing, exploring the Batwa caves, bird watching, waterfall Hikes, and Mountain Hiking, and you may spot other forest mammals.

Gorilla trekking costs the same in both national parks, as a gorilla permit costs $600 US dollars per person. The permit includes the gorilla trek and visit activity; however, if you plan to travel next year, 2020, the gorilla permit will increase from $600 US dollars to $700 US dollars per person by July 2020.

Where to stay while on a Gorilla Trekking Safari:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has different sectors, each with accommodation ranging from budget to mid-range to luxury lodges, so you can choose where to stay during your gorilla trekking tour in Uganda.

Some of these lodges include: Gorilla Safari Lodge, Bakiga Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, Trekkers Tavern, Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Mist Camp, Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, Rushaga Gorilla Camp, and many more that are left out, as well as still coming up.

A few lodges provide access to Mgahinga, such as TravelersestHotel, Mu, sravellersrt, Lae Gorilla Lodge, Mucha Hotel, Chameleon Hill, and many more.

How do you access gorilla trekking national parks in Uganda?

From Kampala via Mbarara to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, it is an 8-9 hour drive. From Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha Sector, it is a drive of 3-4 hours. All using 4×4 Road Transportation. To access Mgahinga National Park from Kampala via Kabale-Kisoro is about 510km and an 88-hour drive.

However, travellers can also choose air transportation (Aerolink Uganda) from Entebbe Airport to Bwindi via Kihihi Airstrip or Kisoro Airstrip.

Gorilla Trekking Information and Frequently Asked Questions – Gorilla Safari Bookings

Gorilla Trekking Uganda Cost

While planning your Uganda gorilla trekking safari, you may wonder what is included in the total quoted cost. It is therefore important to note that the following items are included in the Gorilla tours;

• Gorilla trekking Permit – The gorilla trekking permit costs $800 per person per trek, and this is normally included in the total cost for the Gorilla Safaris we offer.
• Accommodation and meals – Lodging is also a major factor in your tour’s total cost. We offer three lodge categories: budget, mid-range, and luxury, each with its own price range. All lodges we offer for our gorilla safaris are ensuite and are booked according to the sector where the gorilla trekking will take place.
• Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle – We provide four-wheel-drive safari vehicles equipped with enough fuel, a professional driver/guide, and drinking water.
• All activities on the itinerary: The cost of all activities included on your itinerary is usually included in the total cost unless otherwise stated as optional and priced as extras.

Gorilla Trekking Uganda From Kigali

The distance from Entebbe to the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park requires over 8 hours of driving, and the price of the Rwanda Gorilla trekking permits is twice that of Uganda ( USD 1500 vs $800); a new trend where tourists land in Kigali and drive by road to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for gorilla trekking has emerged. The drive from Kigali to Bwindi takes four to five hours. This lets you spend less time on the road while enjoying lower rates for the same gorilla safari experience.

What To Pack

To fully enjoy your gorilla trekking safari, pack hiking boots, a poncho, a cap, a hat, a camera and accessories, energy snacks, long-sleeved shirts and trousers, insect repellent, and walking sticks

Gorilla Trekking Minimum Age

The minimum age for gorilla trekking in Uganda is 15 years. Children under 15 are not allowed to track gorillas, as the trek may be strenuous and they may not be mature enough to handle incidents with the gorillas.

Affordable Gorilla Trekking Uganda

At Gorilla Safari Bookings, we offer several affordable gorilla trekking options in Uganda. Send us an inquiry, and we will get back to you with quotes based on your requirements. Our tours fit every traveller’s budget.