Uganda Gorilla trekking tours

Uganda gorilla trekking tours are very popular tours that every visitor or tourist want to enjoy with full enthusiasm and fun. On a gorilla trekking, you can experience a memorable encounter with the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. You can enjoy gorilla trekking in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Volcanoes National Park or Maghinga National Park to get an opportunity to see a mountain gorilla group. 

Are you thinking how to make the most out of your Uganda gorilla trekking tours? Here are some exciting things that you should know about a gorilla trekking tour in Uganda and make the most out of it! 

1. Age Limit:

The age limit to enjoy Uganda gorilla trekking tours is 15 years and above. Apart from this, it is important for you to be fairly fit to walk up and down the hills at quite an altitude. 

2. Gorilla Trekking Permit:

To enjoy an exciting Uganda gorilla trekking tour, you must obtain a permit (every gorilla permit cost around $ 600 while in April, May and November 2017 the cost becomes $ 450). For all G Adventure tours in Uganda, a gorilla trekking permit is included. Remember June-August is the high season. If you are planning a trip during this time; make sure to obtain the permit much before the trip to avoid last minute chaos. 

3. Follow your Guide:

When looking for the gorillas, you must always follow and obey what your guide says. The experienced guides are aware of the nesting sites of the mountain gorillas and will take you to those places on a scenic and safe trail. It is a good idea for you to keep your voices low while searching for the mountain gorillas. 

4. Behave well when you are with the Mountain Gorillas:

Once your guide finds the gorilla family, you must behave well with the wonderful creatures. While watching the endangered species- mountain gorilla, you should maintain a 5-meter distance from the gorillas. This ensures safety for both and protects the mountain gorillas from catching human diseases.  

A Big No to flash photography! You can take photos and videos of the mountain gorillas sitting, eating and hanging around without flash. 

5. Be Comfortable:

To make the most out of your Uganda gorilla trekking tours, you need to wear right. A mountain gorilla trekking tour in Uganda includes walking through the trails that are covered with mud, dirt, and dust. Make sure, you wear comfortable trekking pants, T-shirt/long-sleeved shirt, waterproof jacket, fleece/light jacket, a right pair of trekking shoes and hat. 

6. Essential Gears: 

You must carry some essential gears to enjoy a comfortable mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda that includes a small backpack, walking stick, sunscreen, bug spray, cameras and rain protection. 

7. Know the Guides and Porters:

A group of maximum eight people are allowed to enjoy a mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable national park. Each group consists of a lead guide and two armed scouts (who carry AK-47). To carry your backpack and accompany you on gorilla treks, rely on the porters. 

If you want to book customized and affordable Uganda gorilla trekking tours, then rely on Exclusive African Safaris. As a registered and licensed tour operator in Uganda, we specialize in providing mountain gorilla trekking tours and safaris that will give you unequaled travel experience. 

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