Trekking Gorillas in Buhoma Sector
Trekking Gorillas in Buhoma Sector
Trekking Gorillas in Buhoma Sector. Many people often assume that once you set out to trek gorillas in Uganda, you can go anywhere in the Bwindi impenetrable national park. That is partly true if you carry that assumption before booking a gorilla trekking permit for Bwindi.
Whenever you attempt to book a gorilla safari to Uganda, you will always be informed of the necessity to choose among the four gorilla trekking sectors Bwindi offers. These are the Buhoma sector, the Ruhija sector, the Rushaga sector, and the Nkuringo.
When people learn of this reality, they ask themselves; which sector should I go for? Which one do you recommend? It is often hard to take them through a lecture on the four sectors. Also, many prefer the Rushaga and Ruhija sectors. This will help if you have been recommended to trek gorillas in the Buhoma sector. And you are still curious as to why you should stick to this stick. However, there are interesting and satisfying reasons for trekking gorillas.
Many Lodging Options
Among all the four sectors in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the Buhoma sector has the highest number of lodge options for all budgets. Once you secure a permit for the Buhoma sector, you cannot worry about issues with full lodge bookings. Hence, you can’t fail to find a lodge that fits your budget. In the Buhoma sector, lodging options also cater to shoestring travelers.
Its diversity of lodges is partly because it is the first gorilla trekking sector in Uganda. Therefore it has had enough time to evolve and adjust to client needs, unlike other sectors. Some of the lodges to stay in while trekking gorillas in the Buhoma sector include Buhoma Lodge and Buhoma Community Rest Camp. Others include Buhoma Community Havens Lodge, Bwindi Lodge, and Bwindi Forest Lodge.
Very Accessible
As we earlier mentioned, the best gorilla trekking sector sometimes has a lot to do with your itinerary. The Buhoma sector is by far the best gorilla trekking sector. This is because of its proximity to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
The sector is also very close to the Kihihi airstrip which makes it the best option for gorilla flying safaris in Uganda. If you are to attempt a flying safari to the Rushaga sector, you will have to endure a couple more hours to transfer to the park which is not the case with the Buhoma sector.
On top of its accessibility, it also has a long history of gorilla trekking in Uganda. In the Buhoma sector, you not only encounter the gorillas. Also, you get an opportunity to learn about how best the park settles wildlife-human conflicts, courtesy of gorilla trekking.
Several Hiking Trails And Activities
Gorilla trekking is often a half-day activity unless the unforeseen happens. This implies that if your physical fitness is not wanting, you can have more time to do some hikes. However, unlike other sectors, the Buhoma sector has several options when it comes to hiking. These include the Rushare Hill Trail, Muzabajiro Loop Trail, and River Ivy Trail among others.
The sector offers mountain biking community tours, village tours, and cultural experience excursions. If you are looking for a sector with a lot of icing on the gorilla trekking cake, then the Buhoma sector is the best option.
If you have not yet secured your gorilla trekking permit for the Buhoma sector, we often recommend doing it at least six months in advance. However, that will still not guarantee availability. In case you have any other queries about gorilla trekking, do not hesitate to contact us by filling out the form below.
What is the best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda?
A crucial question that you should consider about gorilla trekking. You can do Gorilla trekking in Uganda both during the rainy season and also in the dry season. This is the best time to visit the gorillas of Bwindi National Park and Mgahinga National Park.
The dry season is during January and February and also around June to October. Many tourists visit Bwindi National Park and Mgahinga National Park for gorilla trekking.
What is the amount for tips during gorilla trekking in Uganda?
Tipping is a form of appreciation for the services you receive during the gorilla trekking tour in Uganda. As much as it is not compulsory, these tips which you can give to guides, rangers, or porters around Bwindi National Park or Mgahinga National Park can range from 15 USD to 30 USD or more.
How can gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda be booked?
You can book Gorilla trekking tours in Uganda through a licensed tour operator (see the form at the end of the article). We’ll arrange for the safari, book the gorilla permits, and ensure everything is in order including transport, accommodation, activities, meals, and other trip details.
Booking the gorilla safari through a tour operator also makes it easy to get information about gorilla trekking in Uganda. This includes how to get there, activities to do, other destinations in Uganda to visit, additional activities, and what to pack among other things.
