Gorilla trekking from Canada
Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee trekking safaris from Canada are among the best in Africa, particularly for those interested in seeing mountain gorillas and chimps in their native habitat. This safari in Uganda will take you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park to view mountain gorillas, followed by Kibale Forest National Park or Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Kalinzu, and Budongo Forests to observe chimps.
Are you in one of Canada’s cities and are interested in or planning a Uganda gorilla and chimp trekking safari? Are you from Manitoba, Alberta, British Colombia, Ontario, or Quebec and want to go on a gorilla and chimp trekking safari in Uganda? Did you know booking this safari is easy, and everything can be done on your laptop or phone with less hassle? Below are the guidelines to enlighten you with more information, ranging from whether to use a tour operator or not, different Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee safaris options, best time to book a Uganda gorilla and chimp trekking safari, where to go in Uganda for a gorilla and chimp safari, and so many other important things to help you plan a memorable Uganda gorilla
Main factors to consider before booking Uganda gorilla and chimp trekking excursions from Canada?
Are you considering your first trip to Africa and Uganda and need additional information to consider when planning your gorilla and chimpanzee safari? Here are the main things you should know before scheduling a Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee trekking safari from Canada.
How to schedule a Uganda gorilla and chimp trekking safari from Canada?
To complete your booking for a Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee safari, you must first get a gorilla and chimpanzee permit. Once you have confirmed your travel dates, please send us an email so that we can check the availability of gorilla and chimpanzee permits online with the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Once we confirm that permits are available for your planned dates, we will notify you so that we can send you an invoice for the permits.
Once your payment is confirmed on our account, we will quickly purchase your permits and give you a scanned copy for your records and perusal, confirming your reservation for the Uganda gorilla and chimp trekking expedition from Canada. It is recommended that you plan your Uganda gorilla and chimp trekking safari at least 2-3 months in advance of your visit, as permits sell out quickly on a first come, first served basis.
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About gorilla trekking in Uganda?
Gorilla trekking is a gorilla activity that entails trekking/walking and hiking through the forest in search of habituated mountain gorillas that leave together in a given gorilla family group and are accustomed to human presence. Once you find them, you will have an encounter with them that includes seeing them, photographing them, and learning about them from your ranger guide. Gorilla trekking allows you to spend one hour with mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking is done in groups of eight individuals, each trekking one gorilla family.
About chimp trekking in Uganda from Canada?
Chimpanzee trekking is an activity that entails trekking/walking and hiking through the forest in search of habituated chimpanzees who leave together in a given chimpanzee group and are accustomed to human presence. Once you find them, you will have an encounter with them that includes seeing them, photographing them, and learning about them from your ranger guide. Chimpanzee trekking allows you to spend one hour interacting with them in their natural environment.
Where to see gorillas in Uganda from Canada?
Uganda is home to 50 percent of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas in their native habitats. Mountain gorillas can only be found in two parks in Uganda: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, both located in the country’s southwestern region. Many visitors prefer trekking gorillas in Bwindi since the park contains more mountain gorilla groups than Mgahinga, which only has one gorilla family, Nyakagezi. This makes it easier and more likely to obtain a gorilla permit in Bwindi compared to Mghainga. The truth is that both Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park feature mountain gorillas, and there is no significant difference in the experience gained at the end of your walk.
The sole distinction is that mountain gorillas in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park live in the Virunga/hills, where bamboo is the predominant vegetation, but mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park live in a tropical rain forest with a variety of trees and plants. The chances of encountering gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are 98%, so no matter which park you visit, you’ll be able to observe these giant primates in their natural habitat.
Where can I watch chimpanzees in Uganda from Canada?
Uganda is home to about 5000 chimpanzees, which are scattered and found in many destinations, including Kibale Forest National Park, Budongo Forest, Murchison Falls National Park, Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Kalinzu Forest. This makes Uganda one of the best sites to watch chimps in the world. Kibale Forest National Park is best known for its resident primates, which include the largest population of chimpanzees in Uganda, estimated to be over 1500 chimpanzees, making it the best place to see chimpanzees in Uganda.
Other primates found in Kibale Forest include the nocturnal busbaby and potto, monkeys, and baboons, among others. Kibale Forest National Park is also a renowned birding site, with over 335 species documented. Chimpanzee trekking takes place in two sessions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, depending on the chimpanzee permit you purchase and your itinerary for that session.
How lengthy and challenging is gorilla trekking in Uganda?
The timing and conditions of gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park vary greatly since the gorillas travel continuously through the rain forest depending on the natural conditions at the time of your trip. It is important to be prepared because the weather might change quickly. The terrain is frequently steep and leads through areas with no recognized routes. It can be really tough; it could be just a couple of hours or a full day of hiking in hot, high-altitude conditions, so please be as fit as possible.
How much is a gorilla trekking permit in Uganda from Canada?
The gorilla permit in Uganda costs $800 per person per trek for foreign nonresidents, $700 per person for residents, UGX300000 for East African citizens (Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, Burundi, and South Sudan), and $500 for the rest of Africa. This allows you to spend one hour encountering mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Uganda has 17 habituated gorilla family groups, 16 of which are in Bwindi and one in Mgahinga. This means that 136 gorilla permits are available every day for gorilla trekking in Uganda.
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Gorilla trekking in Uganda also allows you to spend more time with the mountain gorillas through the Gorilla Habituation Experience, which is only available in the Bwindi Forest. A gorilla habituation permit costs $1500 per person and allows you to spend 4 hours encountering semi habituated mountain gorillas under the supervision of trackers and researchers, as opposed to one hour for regular trekking. Gorilla permits in Uganda can be obtained directly from the Uganda Wildlife Authority or through a reputable tour company in Uganda, Kisoro Tours Uganda.
How much is a chimp trekking permit in Uganda from Canada?
The Kibale Chimp permit costs USD 200 per person. Non-Foreign Residents: The Kyambura Gorge Chimp Permit costs USD50 per person. Non-Foreign Residents: The Kalinzu chimp permit costs USD 50 per person. Non-Foreign Residents and Budongo: The permit is USD130 per person. In Uganda, chimp trekking is divided into two sessions: morning, which begins at 8:00 a.m., and afternoon, which begins at midday throughout the year.
The ideal path to choose during your gorilla and chimp trekking safari in Uganda
Both Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are located in Uganda’s south-western region, and they are close to one another. To get to one of these parks for gorilla trekking, you can use the main highway road from Entebbe/Kampala via Mbarara, Kabale, and then proceed to either the northern or southern part of Bwindi, depending on which side you have booked for your gorilla trek. For the northern side, turn off along the Kabale-Kisoro highway where you will see a signpost of Uganda Wildlife Authority and follow this road to either Ruhija or Buhoma sector.
By Air: Aero Link Uganda operates scheduled flights from Entebbe International Airport and Air Uganda operates flights from Kajjansi Air Field to both Kisoro and Kihihi airstrips, all of which are near to Bwindi Forest National Park. From here, you will drive to the park for gorilla trekking, which takes about 1-2 hours.
Depending on your itinerary and the locations you intend to visit, you will either begin with gorilla trekking or end with chimp trekking, depending on availability and booking.
Why should you plan a Uganda gorilla and chimp trekking safari from Canada with Kisoro Tours Uganda?
Kisoro Tours Uganda helps you plan your Uganda gorilla safari from Canada. Contact us here, and we will guide you on the booking process. We also provide a variety of Uganda gorilla trekking safari packages, ranging from cheap to luxury, which include gorilla permits. Feel free to read our Tripadvisor reviews and hear from a community of satisfied customers. With us, you can be guaranteed of a great Uganda safari vacation. We are committed to offering exceptional service and client satisfaction. Our professional tour consultants are always available to answer any safari-related inquiries you may have. We assure you a fantastic gorilla and chimp trekking experience in Uganda with us.
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