Here’s conclusive information about gorilla trekking, booking and permits in Uganda: This information guide is intended to assist travelers and gorilla trekkers to access solid information regarding Gorilla trekking in Uganda.
Gorilla Trekking in Uganda:
Gorilla trekking in Uganda is conducted in protected areas of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park 1.0521° S, 29.6201° E and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Bwindi Impenetrable dominates gorilla activity in the land. Having four sectors of Rushaga, Buhoma, Ruhija and Nkuringo, these provide safe grounds to trek over 12 habituated gorilla families. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park has one habituated gorilla family with only 8 slots of gorilla permits a viable for trekking per day.
– Gorilla Permits:
For any gorilla trekking or habituation experience, a gorilla permit is required per person, per activity. In cases of double gorilla trekking, 2 gorilla permits will be required. The Gorilla trekking permit costs USD800 for foreign non residents, USD700 for foreign residents and 300K Ugx for East Africans per person
The best time for Gorilla trekking: Gorilla trekking is open whole year through out, but alternatively considering June to August and December to February always provide more favorable times to trekking the gentle giants.
Gorilla Trekking Duration is between 2-8 hours, depending on gorilla group and their location. Upon reaching a gorilla family, trekkers are allowed a full 1 hr in sight and presence of that given gorilla family. for this time, you can take all the pictures and videos you wish keeping in mind of no flash lights. the rest of the DOs and Don’ts are provided on the briefing points before trekking
How to Book a gorilla trekking permit Information:
Book a gorilla permit is only through Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and only a licensed tour operator Wild Untouched Adventure can only help you secure your gorilla permit. {wilduntouchedadventure@gmail.com}
– Booking a gorilla permit is at least 3-6 months to 2 years in advance, the longer the booking period, offers perfect fit of gorilla trekking especially during peak season
– Your Tour operator will require you to provide personal information like passport details while making reservations and payments for the gorilla permits. Be willing to comply
Additional Tips:
– Travelling beyond your country boundary, Ensure you have a valid passport and yellow fever vaccination and any other vaccinations as maybe requested by your local tour operator.
– Hire a local guide or join a guided tour for a more comprehensive experience. It will be always convenient to seek information from your local guide/tour operator where it seems not clear and here at Wild Untouched Adventure, we provide group and joining safaris for budget safaris
– Respect gorilla behavior and follow park rules to ensure a safe and enjoyable trek
Please note that booking processes and regulations may change, so it’s best to check with UWA or a licensed tour operator for the latest information.
