Memorable Experience on a Wonderful Uganda Tour with Family & Friends

My family planned an exciting trip to Uganda last August 2015 with the intension of tracking the majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. 

How I got Inspired?

By following several blogs and articles related to mountain gorilla trekking and Uganda safaris, I knew that the best game viewing for gorilla trekking months in Uganda are during dry seasons from June to August and December to February. This helped me a lot to plan a wonderful family getaway in Uganda as well as gave a good insight about the East African country’s climate, culture, wildlife and best places to visit. In the un-spoilt and dense wilderness, lush beautiful landscapes and stunning water bodies of Uganda, one can have utmost fun by indulging in white river rafting, game drives and mountain gorilla trekking. I thought a  Uganda safari will be the perfect way to take my family close to the nature and allow them to experiencing the thrill of safari on a Uganda Tour.

What to keep in mind for Uganda tours?

Today Uganda is considered to be a safest place for tourists, where one can travel independently using local transportation. You can also select a reliable tour operator, with whom it will be easy in exploring an enticing wilderness of Uganda. For getting around in Uganda in a safe and comfortable way along with my family, I selected a most reputable tour operator, which is registered by the Ministry of Tourism Trade and Industry in Uganda, a member of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators, with affiliates to the Uganda Tourism Board and Uganda Wildlife Authority. 

You also need to be aware about the mosquitoes. Yes, I had read in several blogs where people described their horrible experience with mosquitoes, which nearly ruined the excitement of safari & trekking adventure. For which I carried mosquitoes and bug repellent lotion, as it offers a non-sticky solution for the skin compared to the creams.

Experience on a Uganda Tour:

On a tour with family, offers in meeting different likeminded people while exploring the serene wilderness of Uganda. I choose to travel with a trustworthy tour operator with their well planned 6 days Uganda adventure (as per our requirement & budget), which started after arriving at the Entebbe Airport in the morning. 

On the third day of our tour itinerary, we reached Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking. Our guide told that till date there are roughly 700 mountain gorillas present in the world, from which Uganda has half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas and is one of the places where one can catch a glimpse of the endangered species in natural habitat. 

Remember you need to have a gorilla trekking permit before heading to the lush green mountains. Our tour operator arranged the necessary gorilla trekking permit for an adventurous trekking trip. However, if you are travelling independently then please book your permit a few months in advance with a reliable Uganda Tour operator or via the Uganda Wildlife Authority, which will cost $600 per person.

It was really thrilling and exciting to get a glimpse of a Gorilla family, after crawling through the thick vegetation and climbing up a steep way. My family felt the effort was worth enough to experience a memorable sight, which my teenage daughter captured in her advanced camera lens without any flash lights. We were thankful to our courteous guide and forest ranger, who guided with a right attitude and knowledge.

End of the tour:

Our tour ended on day 6, on that day we were driven to the Entebbe airport for catching a scheduled flight. No doubt we enjoyed and have utmost fun on our Uganda tour, from which the most memorable one was the gorilla trekking experience.

Conclusion:

I believe and will suggest Uganda is a best country to explore serene wilderness & indulge in adventurous safari and gorilla trekking activities with your family or friends. 

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Four Uganda National Parks That You Shouldn’t Miss A Visit

Uganda is conveniently placed in the center of sub-Saharan Africa and lies on both sides of the Equator with eighteen percent of the total land province sheltered by fresh water bodies and marshlands, and 12 percent national parks, game reserves and forests offering it richly miscellaneous habitats with Nile River banks, lake shores and Albertine Rift Valley forests.

Uganda provides incredible Kenya wildlife safaris, the exceptional mountain gorillas and cultural sightseer attractions that can’t be found anywhere else in Africa. Blessed with several national parks, Uganda is known as an interesting safari destination amongst adventure travelers worldwide. Here in this post, we will talk about a few well-known Uganda national parks that are continuously alluring tourists from every corner of the world. Let’s have a look at them:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park:

This rather impassable park is placed in the southwestern region of Uganda on the border of the western rift valley. This national park is world famous for mountain gorilla safaris. 

Queen Elizabeth National Park:

Queen Elizabeth National Park alongside kyambura & kigezi wildlife resource brings together the most exceptional ecosystem in Africa. Thousands of hippos can be easily witnessed on these water shores. Open savannah speckled with euphorbia and acacia trees offer a perfect habitat for elephants, leopards, lions and big herds of buffaloes as well. Waterbucks, hyenas, giant forest hog and crocodiles are amongst the several creatures spotted regularly in Queen Elizabeth National park. 

Semliki National Park:

Also known as the Toro Reserve, Semliki National Park positioned close to the northern foot of the Ruwenzoris in Uganda. The prosperous surroundings of grassland, forest, wetland and savannah is home to various fauna, besides four hundred bird species and three-hundred butterfly species. 

Mt Rwenzori National Park:

Renowned as the highest mountain in Uganda, Rwenzori is an ultimate destination for adventure seekers. This mountain was first climbed by an Italian in 1906. A trip to the Rwenzori is an exciting and rewarding experience, but only when it is planned properly. The central hike route takes 6 nights or 7 days and reaches an altitude of 4,267m on top of the sea level. The conditions of the mountain are a challenge even to a veteran hiker. 

Here at Exclusive African Safaris we are offering tailor-made and scheduled small group safaris to Uganda. We also have the ability to organize safari tours to Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda if required.  Our extensive knowledge about the African culture and environment helps us to arrange the best of Uganda National parks safari for you.  

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Top Tips To Consider For Gorilla Trekking In Uganda

Uganda offers a chance to witness the splendid spectacles of nature, gorillas. Due to the high population of gorillas, Uganda is very popular destination to go for a mountain gorilla trekking.

Why Go For A Trekking Adventure 

Among all the destinations in Uganda, you will see plentiful mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. These critically endangered species are estimated around 700 individuals. As you can’t see them in a zoo, you should go for a trekking expedition to explore them in their natural habitat. 

Mountain Gorilla Trekking In Uganda

A gorilla trekking in the mountaineous forest of Uganda involves a few hours of hiking along the narrow footpaths and also walking through the dense forest area. Therefore, you should be fit in health for walking a long distance and even tour guides will give you opportunities to take plentiful breaks and properly adjust in a tough environment. As a hiking enthusiast, I suggest you to bring broken-in-hiking boots to protect your ankles, double layered socks (with Cotton Inners and Thick Outers) and knee-high gaiters. 

Perfect Time To Trek In Uganda

The best time to visit the rainforests in Uganda is during two dry seasons. The first dry season starts from the middle of December to the end of February and the second one starts from beginning of June to late September. These two seasons are quite comfortable time for trekking expedition. But the climate condition will be still humid and wet with plentiful mud particles; so you don’t forget to bring your gaiters. Excluding the travelling distance, discomfort level of high humidity and trekking level, the chances to encounter these rare species are approximately 90%. 

Last Word

Mountain gorillas are on the edge of extinction; so the trekking is regulated carefully. Even, the permits are a bit costly. So travelling to such remote destinations and ensuring the best chances for a successful trekking expedition requires a personalized experience and local knowledge; that you will get from Uganda Safari Experts. You will get necessary guidance and assistance for your Uganda tours from Uganda Safari Experts.

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4 Great Tips of Mountain Gorilla Trekking on Uganda Tour

August is the best dry season to opt for Uganda tours that will offer great opportunity of enjoying an exhilarant gorilla trekking. Uganda’s gorilla trekking safaris are most popular among the tourists and visitors to watch the endangered species like mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.  Enjoying gorilla trekking on Uganda tour requires more active participation, for which one has to follow some useful tips to get utmost fun and satisfaction. 

Described below are some effective tips of mountain gorilla trekking on Uganda tour:

1. Dressup Right:

While venturing for mountain gorilla trekking, be prepared for muddy trails and changeable weather. For which you can wear synthetic T-shirts that will dry up quickly as well as can have a waterproof rain jacket to avoid of being wet in a short spell of rain. Wearing long pants made of synthetic material will help you in preventing the stinging of nettle forest plants and cold weather. 

2. Proper Footwear:

Wear boots that fits above the ankle that will help you in comfortably walking through ankle deep mud at certain points. You can also opt for gators over your boots that go up to the knee with wool socks underneath; this will give an assurance of staying dry.

3. Get Your Camera Always Ready:

You should remember flash photography is not allowed in the mountain gorilla trekking as it disturbs the gorillas. Make sure your camera’s automatic flash is disabled but you can still get perfect clicks by taking the shots at ISO 1250 or higher when in forest as well as can opt for newer models of DSLR camera. Always keep your camera in a waterproof bag that will avoid the camera in getting wet due to the un-conventional rain.

 4. Contact a Reliable Tour Operator:

Uganda Safari Experts offers economical Uganda tours and safaris with a perfectly planned & organized itinerary for mountain gorilla trekking. Being a licensed and reliable tour operator in Uganda, our aim is to provide every tourist an exceptional service that will help them in witnessing and spotting the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. 

Apart from mountain gorilla trekking with our Uganda tours and safaris, you can also enjoy wildlife safaris, primate watching tours, agricultural tours, culture & history exploring tours that can be tailored as per your requirement and budget. 

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Experience a Spectacular Gorilla Trekking in a Uganda Tour

The Pearl of Africa- Uganda lays a perfect platform to witness the silverback mountain gorillas as well as has beautiful lush landscapes, which is natural habitat of diverse wildlife and endangered species. In Uganda you will get an opportunity to indulge in white water rafting on the Nile River and enjoy wildlife safari as well as get prepared for gorilla trekking. 

In a Gorilla trekking trip it is seen in early morning small group of trekkers crept slowly in the jungle looking out for mountain gorillas. By bravely fighting out a humid and heat tropical condition the group of trekkers move silently with the guide and at last become successful in catching a glimpse of endangered mountain gorillas. There are enchanting national parks and reserves in Uganda, which encompasses ancient and vast stretch of lush forest and vegetation and is suitable for the endangered mountain gorillas. 

Gorilla trekking with Uganda Safaris Expert will help in getting a tailor made and well organized small group safaris to Uganda’s best destinations (popular for mountain gorillas), which can be customized as per your requirement. We are one of the best tour operators, best known for providing a great combination of itineraries for enjoying exclusive gorillatrekking tours in Uganda and economical Uganda safaris. Exclusive African Safaris also specializes in organizing safari tours to Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda if requested. 

Have a look at some of most popular gorilla trekking safaris by Exclusive African Safaris:

4 Days Uganda Gorilla Expedition by Exclusive African Safaris:

We will provide you best accommodation and serve with delicious food once you arrive at Entebbe airport. Your journey for a spectacular gorilla trekking will start with us in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, which is a home to endangered mountain gorillas. In a steep terrain of thick rainforest, you will have to trek for catching a glimpse of great mountain gorillas that will result in an immense pleasure after tracking them so close to you. 

6 Days Classic Uganda Adventure by Exclusive African Safaris:

After your arrival at Entebbe Airport, we will take special care of your transportation, accommodation and food that will prepare you for enjoying a great trip ahead. You will meet with our experienced local guides, who will give awareness about the etiquette of gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. You will enjoy a safe gorilla trekking with us that will let you forget the fatigue and tiredness once a glimpse of mountain gorilla is caught. 

With Exclusive African Safari; you will get (will be included in the quotation):

• Carefully planned and well organized itinerary.
• Convenient transportation (including airport transfers) as per the itinerary.
• Comfortable accommodation and delicious food.
• English speaking driver cum guide.
• Park entrance fees and gorilla trekking permits.

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