1 day gorilla trekking in Uganda from Kigali

A 1 day gorilla trekking in Uganda from Kigali Rwanda, and can occur in either Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. This itinerary is appropriate for both short safari travelers and those on a budget safari. Accessing Bwindi or Mgahinga via Kigali International Airport in Rwanda is significantly more expedient than through Entebbe International Airport in Uganda; so, this brief journey is structured to commence from Kigali.

Detailed Itinerary of the 1 day gorilla trekking in Uganda from Kigali

At 3:00 am, our driver-guide will pick you from your hotel in Kigali and transport you to Uganda through either the Cyanika border near Kisoro or the Katuna border in Kabale. Your journey to the national park will take roughly 4 hours, after which you will convene with fellow trekkers for a briefing. Breakfast may be had during the briefing period.

At 8:00 am, you will embark on a journey into the tropical jungle, adhering to designated pathways in pursuit of your assigned gorilla family. The trekking duration may vary from 1 to 6 hours, depending upon the movement of your designated gorilla troop. Upon locating the gorillas, you will spend a complete hour viewing their remarkable behavior, during which you are allowed to utilize your camera for photographs and films. With more than 20 habituated families in Bwindi, tourists are guaranteed to encounter at least one during this 1 day gorilla trekking in Uganda from kigali.

Why Consider 1 day gorilla trekking in Uganda from Kigali

This brief gorilla excursion is suitable for travelers with constrained safari time. This journey is comparatively economical as it may not require payment for additional safari excursions. 1 day gorilla trekking in Uganda from Kigali offers greater value for money than a similar tour in Rwanda. The gorilla trekking permit in Uganda is priced at $800 per person, whereas in Rwanda it costs $1,500.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is Uganda’s principal habitat for the endangered mountain gorillas. The park is situated in the southwestern region of the country, in close proximity to the borders with Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Bwindi is renowned for safeguarding about fifty percent of the world’s mountain gorilla population. Approximately 460 mountain gorillas inhabit the park. More than 20 gorilla groups have been effectively habituated in Bwindi and are prepared for visitor trekking. habituated gorilla groups in Bwindi include Bitukura, Rushegura, Busingye, Oruzogo, Mubare, Habinyanja, Katwe, Binyindo, Nshongi, and Kahunje, among others. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is divided into four gorilla tracking areas for conservation objectives and to facilitate visitor observation of gorillas. These comprise Buhoma, Ruhija, Nkuringo, and Rushaga. Visitors are designated to monitor gorillas in these areas, as each has gorilla families.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park serves as Uganda’s alternative destination for gorilla tracking, complementing Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. In contrast to Bwindi, Mgahinga contains only one gorilla group, referred to as Nyakagezi. The group occasionally traverses the border into Rwanda and subsequently returns after a period of time. Visitors are allocated to monitor gorillas in Mgahinga either upon request or as a result of overbooking of gorilla permits in Bwindi. Mgahinga is home to another endangered primate species, the golden monkeys, in addition to gorillas. The park is thus the optimal location for visitors seeking to observe both species in Uganda. The presence of the remarkable Batwa pygmies adjacent to the park enhances its appeal to visitors, particularly those seeking cultural experiences.

This tour package includes:

• Hiking permit cost

• Park ranger fees

• Applicable government taxes

• Full board accommodation

• Full-time English-speaking driver/guide

• Ground transportation by a 4×4 safari vehicle

• Airport transfer, provided your flight departs on the same day the safari concludes.

Exclusions:

• Airfares • Visa Fees • Personal Insurance • Personal expenses include drinks, gratuities, laundry, telephone charges, cigarettes, hotels, meals not specified in the program, and extra activities.