Make your vacation worth a memory with this 5 days’ wildlife and gorilla trekking safari in Uganda; one of the …

Enjoy Uganda gorilla trekking safaris from Kigali, Rwanda. Yes, with the high cost of Rwanda mountain gorilla safaris, Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali Rwanda is the best option for an affordable gorilla safari. Uganda offers you cheap gorilla walking safaris in Bwindi impenetrable Forest National park and Mgahinga Gorilla National park starting and ending in Kigali Rwanda. Travelers fly into Kigali International airport and cross over to Uganda via either Cyanika or Katuna border to Uganda. The drive time from Kigali to Uganda is roughly 5 hours with scenic views of beautiful sceneries, Virunga volcanoes and local communities. The cost of trekking mountain gorillas in Uganda is $700 for foreign non-residents, $600 for foreign residents and UGX 250,000 for Ugandans and East African citizens. This is far cheaper compared to trekking gorillas in Rwanda which costs $1500 by all travelers irrespective of one’s nationality.
Fly into Kigali and trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi impenetrable forest National Park at affordable rates. Bwindi forest is home to 17 habituated gorilla families making it a home to highest population of mountain gorillas in the whole world. Bwindi forest is s premier gorilla tour destination in Africa which receive a high number of travelers from all parts of the world. Bwindi forest is made up of four sectors namely Buhoma in the north, Ruhija in the east, Rushaga and Nkuringo sectors in the southern part of Bwindi Forest National Park. Trekking in each sector id exceptional and different. Bwindi gorilla families include Mubare, Rushegura, Habinyanja, Christmas, Katwe, Nshongi, Mishaya, Bweza, Nkuringo, Oruzogo, Bitukura, Kahungye and Busingye gorilla family. Rushaga in the south of Bwindi Forest is the best region to trek gorillas from Kigali. Rushaga is easily accessible sector in Bwindi compared to other regions. Buhoma sector in the north is easily accessed via Katuna border in Kabale. Each day, over 132 gorilla permits are available in Bwindi forest which give a high number of traveler’s chance to trek the endangered gorillas.
Reminder. Hiring a porter is also highly recommended for anyone visiting to trek gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Porters help to carry your baggage to and from the jungle. Hiring a porter costs between $15 to $20 for a full day. Porters are local people some of whom are former poacher who transformed to conservationists. Hiring a porter is an indirect way of supporting local people to help them support their families and improve their standards of living. When coming for your gorilla safari, ensure to carry the right attire to ensure a successful and enjoyable mountain gorilla encounter.
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You can as well fly into Kigali and drive to Mgahinga gorilla national Park via Cyanika border. Mgahinga is located a short distance from Kisoro district which has offices of Uganda Wildlife Authority. Enjoy a trek with Nyakagezi, the inly gorilla family in Mgahinga Gorilla national park at a low budget. A permit to trek Nyakagezi family costs $700 for foreign nonresidents, $600 for foreign residents and UGX 250,000 for Est African residents. 8 gorilla permits are available in Mgahinga Park every day.
Kigali to Bwindi gorilla habituation experience. Be part of Kigali to Bwindi gorilla habituation experience in Rushaga sector, south of Bwindi Forest National park. Habituation experience gives you chance to spend four hours with wild gorillas undergoing training to make them familiar with human presence. A habituation permit costs $1500 for four hours which can’t be compared to an hour with gorillas in Rwanda at the same cost.
1 Day Uganda gorilla tour from Kigali. Do you have limited time and want to see the endangered gorillas on a low budget? A 1 Uganda gorilla trek starting and ending in Kigali Rwanda is a suitable package for you. You set off from Kigali very early at 3:30am and drive from 5 hours to either Bwindi forest or Mgahinga gorilla National Parks. Join other travelers for briefing at the respective park headquarters, registers and at 8:00am embark on a hike in search of the allocated gorilla family. The trekking time before meeting gorillas range between 30 minutes to over 6 hours. However, you will be allowed to spend strictly an hour with the gorillas. Thereafter, hike down to the ranger station, pick your trekking certificate and drive back to Kigali.
2 Days Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali. On this trip, travelers fly into Kigali Rwanda and they are packed up by our company representative and driven to Uganda. Depending on where you want to trek gorillas in Uganda, you can either cross via Cyanika border in Kisoro district or Katuna border in Kabale district. Spend an overnight at your desired hotel. The next morning, wakeup early and drive to the respective national park headquarters. Attend briefing, register with the park and start up a hike to meet the endangered gorillas. You will spend an hour in the company of the gorillas, hike down to find your drive guide and transfer back to Kigali in Rwanda. A single East African Visa helps you move freely in Uganda and Rwanda. Apply for it to avoid double expenses.
What to pack go gorilla trekking in one of the frequently asked questions by travellers coming to visit mountain gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Packing the essential and right things is key to ensuring successful and enjoyable gorilla trekking experience. During gorilla safari bookings, travel operators normally remind travelers to pack the right attires for gorilla trekking. Safaris to see mountain gorillas is the best wildlife experience which attract the highest number of travelers from all over the world. The endangered gorillas live in the jungle forests of Bwindi, Mgahinga, Volcanoes and Virunga national parks. Gorilla trekking packing list include.
Hiking boots/Shoes. Hiking boots is one of the major things to carry for gorilla trekking. The trekking shoes ease your movement through the jungle forests with slippery and muddy grounds especially in the rain season. However, the shoes should be light and waterproof. More so, your hiking shoes should be in a dark color preferably black or dark green that won’t shine out in the jungle. The closed shoes will protect your feet from sharp stones and getting dirty with mud. Never go for gorilla trekking in open shoes! In case you do not carry yours, respective gorilla parks have hiking plastic boots for hiring at a low cost.
Garden Gloves. These protect your soft hands from rough and thorny bushes and tree branches. At some moment in the jungle, a traveler will definitely grab the nearby bushes or tree stems for support hence a need for garden gloves for your hands. Also, garden gloves prevent you from touching dirty grounds in case you crawl for support
Rain Jacket/Sweaters. Remember to carry rain jackets when going to meet the gorillas. A rain jacket helps you to deal with the unpredictable forest weather. Despite the season, forest rains can fall any time of the day. You therefore ought to be ready all times. However, your rain jacket should be light and waterproof.
Long sleeved shorts/Blouse. Endeavor to wear long sleeved shirts or blouses to cover your arms. These protect you from scratches of thorny bushes. Also, long sleeved attire keeps you warm throughout the trek.
Toiletries. Remember to pack some tissues, knickers and other sanitary towels when going for a trek. These help in case of nature calls and emergency. Other related toiletries are tooth brush, sanitizers, wipers, and toothpaste among others.
Energy giving snacks. YES, remember to carry energy giving snacks to keep you strong throughout the trek, hiking up and down hill to meet the gorillas is strenuous and tiring at times. You sweat, pant and use a lot of energy. The snacks therefore keep you strong and energetic. An egg and banana is so recommended.
Binoculars. Binoculars will help you zoom other attractions in the park especially birds, insects and plants at a distance. An addition of these to mountain gorillas make your trek more enjoyable and memorable indeed.
Bottled drinking water. At least 3 liters of water is recommended for anyone trekking the gorillas. Carry that water to quench the thirsty you cannot miss when trekking gorillas.
Insect repellants. Carry your insect repellants to prevent bites from forest insects which can be poisonous. Apply the repellant before the trek and you will be safe and free.
Hat and sunglasses. A hat helps you cover your hair and bold head for men protecting you from direct sun and forest morning and rain droplets. More so, sunglasses are good for your eyes.
A walking stick. Ensure to get a walking stick before setoff for your gorilla trek. Walking sticks give you support through the jungle forests with slippery grounds. You can hire one from the park headquarters at a low cost.
Camera and Extra batteries. A camera is a must have for anyone going to trek gorillas. Also, remember to carry an extra battery in case one shuts down.
First aid kit. Carry your first aid kit for any emergency in the jungle forest. Accidents, cuts from sharp stone are likely to happen during the trek. A first aid kit will help you in case of any emergency.