Uganda Gorilla Tours

Go gorilla trekking in Uganda to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.  The Pearl of Africa is a premier gorilla safari destination in the world, sheltering the highest population of mountain gorillas. 21 gorillas have been habituated for trekking in Uganda, and 168 gorilla permits are issued each day for travelers interested in trekking gorillas. Uganda Wildlife Authority issues the permits, but Alba Wonders Africa helps you to book and reserve them on your preferred date.  The cost of gorilla permits in Uganda depends on the nationality of the travelers. Each Uganda gorilla trekking permit costs $80 for foreign non-residents, $700 for foreign residents, and UGX 350,000 for East African residents.

In addition to gorilla trekking, Uganda gorilla tours include the experimental gorilla habituation experience in which travelers take part in training wild gorillas, making them get familiar with people. Habituation allows travelers to spend four hours with semi-habituated gorillas. Only gorilla groups are undergoing habituation experience in the Rushaga sector, south of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.  8 permits are available each day at $1500 per permit for foreign non-residents, $1000 for foreign residents, and UGX 750,000 for East African citizens.

The gorilla families in Uganda include Mubara Family, Habiyanja Family, Rwigi Family, Kwitonda Family, Kyaguliro Family, Kahungye Family, Rwigi Family, Mishaya Family, Oruzogo Family, Christmas Family, Nshongi Family, Busingye Family, Rushegura Family, Binyindo Family, Bweza Family, Mucunguzi Family, Bitukura Family, Mukiza Family, Bikinyi Family, and Bushaho Family.  A group of 8 travelers is allowed to visit one gorilla family each day for a maximum of an hour

Rwanda Gorilla Tours

Book and enjoy Rwanda gorilla tours in Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda.  The country is famous for its luxury gorilla tours compared to other Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.  13 gorilla groups, namely, Hirwa Family, Susa A Family, Karisimbi Family, Sabyinyo Family, Pablo Family, Amahoro Family, Umubano Family, Agashya Family, and Titus Family, are habituated and ready for trekking.  Gorilla trekking and conservation in Rwanda is managed by the Rwanda Development Board in partnership with African Parks. Each Rwanda gorilla permit costs $1500. Contact Alba Wonders Africa for customized Rwanda gorilla tours

Popular Gorilla Tours in Uganda and Rwanda

Whereas lots of gorilla tour packages are drafted each day that passes, some packages have become so outstanding compared to others. Some of the most done gorilla tour packages include 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla tour, 2 Days Rwanda gorilla trekking, 5 Days Uganda Gorillas and chimpanzee safari, 5 days Rwanda gorillas and chimpanzees, and 3 days Rwanda gorilla trek.

How to Plan a Gorilla Tour in Uganda and Rwanda

The first thing to do when planning a gorilla tour is to choose which destination you want to visit. Do you want to trek gorillas in Uganda or Rwanda? Or do you want to trek gorillas in both countries? You will decide on the number of days you want, depending on your available time.  The number of days also depends on your budget, since long safaris are expensive compared to shorter ones. Contact Alba Wonders Africa for your customized gorilla tour package matching your budget and interests.

What to pack for gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda

Among the things recommended for gorilla trekking include hiking boots for easy movement in the muddy, slippery grounds, gardening hand gloves to cover and protect your hands, a hat, a scarf, a rain jacket to deal with unpredictable rains, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts, among others. Carrying the right gear is one way of ensuring a successful gorilla encounter.

Gorilla Trekking rules and regulations

On the day of gorilla trekking, travelers are first gathered at the respective park headquarters in Uganda and Rwanda for pre pre-gorilla trekking briefing. Travelers are introduced to the rules and regulations of gorilla trekking to ensure the safety of gorillas and the travelers themselves.  These regulations include

Do not trek gorillas when sick. Mountain gorillas are susceptible to human illnesses such as cough and flu

• Do not look directly into the eyes of the gorillas
• Do not use a flashlight camera
• Do not eat or drink in the presence of the gorillas
• Do not touch the gorillas
• Do not litter in the park
• Do not shout loudly when with the gorillas
• Keep a distance of seven meters away from the gorillas
• Do not run when a silverback gorilla charges, just step back and lay low

Conclusively, gorilla tours attract the highest number of travelers from all over the world. Contact Alba Wonders Africa today, book your favorable gorilla safari tour to Uganda or Rwanda, and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime magical encounter