Price friendly Gorilla trekking tour
Price friendly Gorilla trekking tour
Interested in visiting Mountain Gorillas in Africa and looking for the most economical Gorilla trekking tour, you will need to focus on a few key factors: location, gorilla permit costs, and tour operators. Safari Vacations and Travel Services gives you some tips to help you find the most price friendly Gorilla trekking tour option:
Location:
Uganda: This is often considered the most budget-friendly option. The Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are popular trekking destinations. Price friendly Gorilla trekking tour
Rwanda: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park is another option, but it tends to be more expensive than in Uganda.
DR Congo: Virunga National Park offers the least expensive permits, but the region may be less stable. Price friendly Gorilla trekking tour
Permit Cost update:
Uganda: Gorilla trekking permits cost USD 800 per person valid from 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2026.
Rwanda: Gorilla permits cost USD 1,500 per person.
DR Congo: Permits are around USD 400 per person, but check for current conditions and safety advisories before visiting.
Tour Operators:
Look for reputable but affordable tour operators. Some offer budget tours that include permits, accommodation, and transport.
Here are a few options for Price friendly Gorilla trekking tour
Safari Vacations and Travel Services is famous for offering budget tours in Uganda and Rwanda.
Gorilla Trekking in DR Congo: Offers affordable trekking packages in DR Congo.
Highlights of the price-friendly gorilla tour
Arrival in Entebbe/Kampala/Kigali, transfer to Bwindi.
Gorilla trekking experience.
Return to Entebbe/Kampala/Kigali.
Tips to Save Money:
Travel During the Off-Season months of March to May and October to November: Prices for accommodation and tours may be lower.
Join Group Tours: Sharing costs with other travelers can reduce expenses.
Book in Advance: Securing permits and accommodations early can sometimes result in discounts.
Stay in Budget Accommodation: Opt for budget lodges, hostels, or campsites.
Alternative Considerations:
Health and Fitness: Ensure you are fit for the trek; it can be physically demanding.
Travel Insurance: Get insurance that covers adventure activities.
Local Guides: Hiring local guides can be more economical and support the local economy.
By focusing on these factors, you can find the most economical Gorilla trekking tour that fits your budget and ensures an unforgettable experience.
Here’s a suggested itinerary for the most economical Gorilla trekking tour adventure in Uganda:
Day 1:
Travel from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Start your day early and depart from Kigali, Rwanda. The drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in Uganda takes around 4-5 hours, depending on the border crossing and road conditions.
Enjoy the scenic drive through the beautiful landscapes of Rwanda and Uganda.
Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and check in at your accommodation.
Spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for your gorilla trek the next day.
Day 2:
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing by the park rangers about gorilla trekking rules and regulations.
Once briefed, you’ll be assigned a gorilla group to track based on your fitness level and preferences.
Begin your gorilla trekking adventure, led by experienced guides and trackers. The duration of the trek can vary depending on the location of the gorilla group you are assigned to, but it usually takes between 2 to 6 hours.
Once you find the gorilla group, you’ll spend a maximum of one hour in their presence, observing and taking photos while respecting their natural habitat.
After the trek, return to your accommodation and spend the evening relaxing.
Day 3:
Return to Kigali
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and take some time to explore the surroundings of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Check out from your accommodation and start your journey back to Kigali.
Arrive in Kigali and depending on your schedule, you can explore the city, visit cultural sites like the Kigali Genocide Memorial, or simply relax before your departure.
Booking a 3 Day quick gorilla trek in Uganda from Kigali
A budget gorilla tour can be inclusive of various tourism destinations and activities and sometimes can only have gorilla trekking or gorilla habituation. Safari Vacations and Travel Services will help you book all permits and services and make it as cheap as possible to meet your expectations. Booking a gorilla safari can be done via email to keep records and also through WhatsApp for quicker communication.
The gorillas are amazing to watch as they have 95% of the human DNA. with the allowance of only 8 vistors see gorillas per habituated family per day according to the Uganda Wildlife Authority policy to conserve the gorillas.
To be allowed to do gorilla trekking, you must be aged 15 years and above as per the policy and minors are not allowed to trek since they may not easily be controlled in the forest and may easily transmit diseases to the gorillas. Uganda is good for gorilla trekking, policies, and guidelines are in place for trekking and conservation which as Safari Vacations and Travel Services we always share with you while planning your 3-day gorilla tour to Bwindi National Park with a fair price.
What is the cost of gorilla permits in Uganda?
The gorilla permits are very essential when planning 3 3-day Bwindi gorilla tour starting from Kigali to Bwindi impenetrable National Park. The Bwindi gorilla permit costs USD800 per person for Non-Foreign Residents, USD700 for Foreign Residents, and USD500 for Africans and Shs.300, 000 for East African Citizens. The gorilla habituation permits cost USD1500 per person for Non- Foreign Residents, USD1000 for Foreign Residents, and Uganda Shs. 750,000 per person for East African Citizens. This habituation permit allows you to view the gorillas for four hours once you find them as you see the way they move, feed, rest, and live in families.
Knowing the cost of the Uganda Gorilla permits is one of the things to consider when determining the approximate cost/ fair price of the 3-day quick gorilla trek in Uganda from Kigali.
cost of accommodation in Bwindi
In Bwindi, depending on the sector where you are going to trek the gorillas, we recommend to stay in lodges within that selected sector for ease of accessing the park headquarters in time.
While In Rushaga, you can stay at, Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge Rushaga Gorilla Camp, Gorilla Safari Lodge, and Four Gorillas Lodge, in Nkuringo you can stay at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Heights Lodge. In the Buhoma sector, you can stay at Buhoma Havens, Buhoma Lodge, Bwindi Lodge, and Buhoma community rest camp. In the Ruhija sector, you can stay at Trekkers Tavern Lodge, Bakiga Lodge, and Ruhija Community Rest Camp.
The lodges are very many in Bwindi but they require to be booked in advance as they can be with booking during high season. The Luxury lodges range from USD400 -1000 per person per night, the midrange lodges range from USD150-300 per person per night, and Budget lodges range from USD70-100 per person per night.
Inclusions:
Gorilla permit
Accommodation (budget lodges or campsites) with meals
Transportation, and
Guide services.
Approximate Cost: $1,200 – $1,500 USD per person (including permit).
Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a Local tour operator based in Uganda with its head offices in Entebbe. Moreover, Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a business for a Ugandan native, we specialize in life-changing experiences and sustainable tours and holidays to all East African countries. We are members of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators and with registration from the Uganda Tourism Board. We have a good and long working relationship with Uganda Wildlife Authority making it easy to book your gorilla permits and gorilla trekking safari. Safari Vacations and Travel Services is also high in Trip Advisor reviews.
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