Booking a gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park; Bwindi impenetrable national park is one of the most visited national parks in Uganda located in southwestern region in Kanungu district on the edge of the Albertine rift valley. Bwindi impenetrable national park is famously known for harboring the endangered mountain gorillas which are found in 4 sectors namely Rushaga sector in the south, Buhoma sector in the north, Nkuringo sector in the south and Ruhija sector in the East.
When organizing a safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park, there are a number of things to consider for example the safari company to use, length of your safari, sector to visit, best time to book your gorilla safari, where to stay during your gorilla safari and how to get to Bwindi impenetrable national park and this article will guide you on how to plan and book a successful gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park, Booking a gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park.
Bwindi impenetrable national park is a home of over 22 habituated gorilla families which are available for trekking on a daily basis. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park starts very early in the morning with a briefing about the rules and regulations to follow during trekking. After the briefing, you will be sub-divided into groups of 8 people where each group will be allocated a habituated gorilla family to trek and a park guide who is conversant with different gorilla trails. Trekking of mountain gorillas in Bwindi impenetrable national park takes about 30 minutes to 6 hour depending on where the mountain gorillas are located. During trekking you will be able to view different wildlife species and once the gorillas are found, you will be allowed to spend one hour with them in their natural habitat which gives you a chance to learn more about their habits, behaviors, watch them carry out their daily activities, take photos and record the breathtaking moments to show people back home after the safari.
Cost of a gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi impenetrable national park
Gorilla trekking permits are legal documents that are issued to visitors above the age of 15 years allowing them to visit any habituated gorilla family and spend one hour with the mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking permits in Bwindi impenetrable national park cost 700 USD per person for foreign non residents, 600 USD per person for foreign residents and 250,000 UGX per person for East African citizens.
How to book a gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi impenetrable national park
Gorilla trekking permits in Bwindi impenetrable national park can either be booked directly through Uganda Wildlife Authority where you will contact the park headquarters in Kampala via email or telephone calls. Gorilla trekking permits in Bwindi impenetrable national park can also be booked through a trusted tour company like Achieve Global Safaris where you will contact us with the date, month and year when you wish to visit the gorillas. After contacting us we will check for permit availability on your desired dates and if there are permits available on your dates, you will be asked to make a deposit for the permit. Once we receive the money, we will acquire the permits on your behalf and send you a scanned copy of the receipt as confirmation, Booking a gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park.
Booking gorilla trekking permits through a tour operator is the best option to use in that we will not only purchase permits on your behalf but also plan your entire safari which includes transportation, accommodation and other interesting to engage in after gorilla trekking, Booking a gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park.
Best time to book a gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park
A gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park can be done all year round though the best time is during the dry season which is also known as the peak season in the months of June, July, August, September, December, January and February. During the dry season, there is less rainfall in Bwindi forest impenetrable national park therefore access roads and gorilla trekking trails will be dry and passable which make trekking easy compared to the wet season when the trails are muddy and slippery which make trekking difficult.
What to carry for your gorilla trekking safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park
There are a number of items to carry for your gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi impenetrable national park including long sleeved shirt and trouser, hiking boots, garden gloves, waterproof rain jacket, insect repellent, camera and extra batteries, a pair of binoculars, warm sweater, back pack among others.
Where to stay during your gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi impenetrable national park
There are a wide range of accommodation facilities in Bwindi impenetrable national park where you can stay during your gorilla trekking safari. The accommodations range from budget, midrange and luxury including Volcanoes Bwindi lodge, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Clouds Mountain Gorilla lodge, Buhoma Lodge, Mahogany Springs Safari Lodge, Buhoma Haven Lodge, Buhoma Community Rest Camp, Lake Kitandara Camp, Silverback Lodge, Gorilla Resort, Engagi Lodge, Eco Marvels Gorilla Resort, Gorilla Friends Lodge, Jungle View Lodge, Chameleon Hill Lodge, Nkuringo Gorilla Camp, Ruhija Gorilla Mist Camp, Cuckooland Tented Lodge, Ruhija Safari Lodge, Trekkers Tavern Cottages, Ruhija Gorilla Resort, Gift of Nature Lodge, Ruhija Gorilla Friends Resort and Campsite, Ruhija Community Rest Camp, Wagtail Eco Safari Camp, Bwindi View Bandas among others.
How to get to Bwindi impenetrable national park for gorilla trekking
Bwindi impenetrable national park is located in southwestern part of Uganda and can be accessed by road transport means whereby you will drive from Kampala via Masaka, Mbarara, Kabale and then to the park headquarters which takes about 9 to 10 hours’ drive.
When using road transport means, you can also access Bwindi impenetrable national park from Kigali Rwanda where you will fly to Kigali international airport and then connect to the park headquarters through Cyanika border to Katuna boarder which takes about 4 to 5 hours’ drive.
Bwindi impenetrable national park can also be accessed by air transport means where you will book charter or scheduled flights with bar aviation or Aero link Uganda limited from Entebbe international airport or Kajjansi airfield to Kihihi or Kisoro airstrips and then connect to the park headquarters by road.
You can contact Achieve Global Safaris to book your gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable national park or visit our website for various Uganda safari packages.
