Uganda gorilla trekking trips from Nairobi
Are you intending to visit Uganda for gorilla trekking commencing in Kenya and then go on safari there? Are you based in Kenya and wish to go gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda, or Congo? Kisoro Tours Uganda can help you design a gorilla vacation that begins in Kenya. A Kenyan Safari is a uniquely African experience that combines wildlife on the plains such as the Masai Mara, the beaches of Mombasa or Malindi, and the Rift Valley. Kenya also features gorgeous virgin beaches, vibrant coral reefs with brilliant hues, unforgettable mountain panoramas, and old Swahili cities. Either road or air one can do gorilla trekking from Kenya to Uganda.
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Gorilla trekking in Africa is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that many tourists seek out during their trip to Africa. Despite the expensive expenses, time, and pain involved in booking and hiking through the jungle to find these endangered primates, seeing gorillas in their native habitat in Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo is one of the best wildlife experiences any traveller can have on a safari. Gorilla Trekking includes hiking/walking through the forest and, at times, steep terrain, thick foliage, and crossing rivers and swamps in search of gorillas. This is a strenuous activity that needs one to be physically fit during the trek. Gorilla trekking allows you to spend one hour encountering and watching gorillas in their natural habitat in Rwanda, Uganda, and Congo. Travelers who want to spend more time with gorillas in their natural habitat can visit Bwindi Forest for the Gorilla Habituation Experience, which includes a 4-hour encounter with the gorillas.
Where does gorilla trekking take place in Africa?
Gorilla trekking from Nairobi: You can begin your gorilla journey in Kenya. Mountain Gorillas are only found in four National parks in Africa and these include; Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park in Uganda, Volcanoes National Park in the Republic of Rwanda and Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Congo, you can also see lowland gorillas at Kahuzi Beiga National Park. To hike in any of the aforementioned national parks, you must first obtain a gorilla permit. With this, once you have your gorilla trekking dates set, we recommend that you begin booking your trip right away because services and permits sell out quickly, especially if you plan to trek during the peak season of June to September. Therefore at Kisoro Tours Uganda, we advise our clients to book their gorilla trekking in advance, at least 5 months before the planned month, all this is done to avoid inconveniences and last-time pressure.
What is the price of a gorilla trekking permit in Uganda?
Uganda gorilla trekking trips from Nairobi: The gorilla permit in Uganda costs $800 per person per trek for foreign nonresidents, $700 per person for foreign residents, and UGX300,000 for East African citizens (Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, Burundi, and South Sudan). 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.
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This means that 136 gorilla permits are available every day for gorilla trekking in Uganda. Gorilla trekking in Uganda also allows you to spend more time with the mountain gorillas through the Gorilla Habituation Experience, which is exclusively available in Bwindi Forest. Instead of the one-hour trekking experience, a gorilla habituation permit costs $1500 per person and allows you to spend four hours with the semi-habituated mountain gorillas under the supervision of trackers and researchers. Gorilla permits in Uganda can be obtained directly from the Uganda Wildlife Authority or via a reputable Ugandan tour operator such as Eco Adventure Safaris.
What is the recommended age for gorilla trekking activity?
Due to the trekking challenges in the mountains and forests, the recommended minimum trekking age is 15 years and the maximum age would be 85 years but still, if one is above and feels physically fit to complete the trek, he/she can be allowed to take trek these Gentle Giants in their natural habitats. During your journey, potters will carry you to and from the forest. Hiring a sedan chair costs between $300 and $400 and can be done in advance or on the day of the trek. These chairs are meant for people who feel unfit or unable to go into the forest.
Ugandan policies and penalties for cancelling gorilla permits
It is necessary to obtain a gorilla permit to go gorilla trekking, and it is ideal for the person who books the permit to be able to use it for the trek on the selected date. There have been newly imposed policies on gorilla trekking activity in all the above-mentioned countries of Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo and some fines and penalties on gorilla permit cancellation, all as discussed below; Different percentage is cut on the money paid in the booking according to the months when cancellation is done but when cancellation is done, when cancellation is done in the last 90 days, you will be refunded 50% of the money.
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UWA retains 50% but if cancellation is done above 90 days, you are refunded 75% of the money. UWA retains 25% in the last weeks of trekking, there is no refund, and cancellation should be done earlier in case one detects some failures to complete the safari or postpones their trip. For more detailed information about gorilla trekking cancellation policies and penalties, you can reach us via email at info@kisorotoursuganda.com
What is considered the best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda?
When and what is the best time for Uganda gorilla trekking trips from Nairobi, The best period for gorilla trekking in Uganda is always the dry months of the year which include but are not limited to June, July, August, December, January and February. This is because in these months, it is easier to connect the dry roads to the trekking areas however the rains cannot be predicted as it can rain at any time of the day, therefore one must be prepared.
What to consider while packing for a gorilla trekking safari?
On the parking list, one must not forget comfortable walking shoes/boots, there are parts of the climb that can be rather steep and taxing. To shield yourself from the undergrowth, stinging nettles, and biting ants, it’s also a good idea to wear a long-sleeve cotton shirt and lightweight long pants. More so, other recommended items include but are not limited to; insect repellent, binoculars, rain jacket, hat, gloves, camera, and any other as you may feel comfortable to travel with. But you are highly recommended to travel with light bags because at times you may be required to have them on your barks, especially during trekking.
Why reserve a gorilla trekking tour with Kisoro Tours Uganda out of Nairobi?
Contact Kisoro Tours Uganda for assistance in making reservations for your gorilla trekking from Kenya to Uganda. We will provide you with booking procedures and guidance. We may also arrange for you to have gorilla permits included in a variety of gorilla trekking safari packages, ranging from affordable, mid-range, to luxurious ones. You can opt to traverse our TripAdvisor reviews and be able to see, learn and hear from a community of well-contented and satisfied clients. Our commitment is to satisfy our clients with the best services and pleasure, our team of experts is ready to assist you and reply to all your inquiries that you may have about your gorilla safari in Uganda, Rwanda or DR Congo. Please send your email to info@kisorotoursuganda.com or call us at +256785790925 also on WhatsApp for additional details.
