Why gorilla trekking permits should be booked in advance

What are gorilla trekking permits?

Gorilla trekking permits/ tickets/ passes are the most crucial requirement for trekking mountain gorillas in all these countries. These trekking permits can be bought through a trusted tour agent like Travitude safari tours company at least 3 to 6 months in advance before the date of visit. The number of trekkers is limited per gorilla family per day so for surety of a gorilla trekking trip advance booking is needed.

Costs of Gorilla trekking permits

Habituation is only done at Bwindi impenetrable national park giving an opportunity to visitors 4 hours per day with the Gorillas at a charge of $1,500 (tourists), $1,000 (foreign residents) and 750,000 UGSHS for East African nationals.

A gorilla trekking permits in Uganda costs $800 for tourists (FNR- foreign nationals/residents), $700 for foreign residents (FR), $500 for individuals from the rest of Africa, Ugshs. 300,000 for East African residents. The gorilla trekking activities in Uganda are done at Bwindi impenetrable forest N.P and Mgahinga gorillas national park.

In Rwanda, gorilla trekking permits cost $1500 for foreign nationals, $500 for foreign residents in Rwanda, rest of Africa and African nationals and $200 for East African residents and Rwandan citizens. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is done at Volcanoes national park.

Your contribution through gorilla trekking permits purchase

For every permit you pay for and every visit you make to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys destinations, you directly contribute to the efforts of conservation and preservation of these endangered species; We salute all those that have embarked on this journey before.

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What next after finding mountain gorillas?

As soon as you locate these mountain gorillas, you will be allowed to stay with them for over an hour as you are having photos, observing, asking questions and so on. However, during this session, you are not allowed to eat anything, drink, and take photos when the flash lights are on.

You are not allowed to get too close to the gorillas and also advised to wear a mask if you’ve got one a regulation aimed at protecting the primates from catching viral or bacterial respiratory diseases like flue or cold.

When the one hour of staying around a particular gorilla family elapses, you are asked to get back to the lodge and leave the jungle for the gorillas.

Gorilla trekking rules and preparation tips;

Tropical countries have unpredictable climate, rain gear is a must have
The age restriction for gorilla trekking is people of 15 years and above.
Insect repellent
Recommended clothing – long trousers and long sleeved sweaters or shirts while in the forest to avoid insect and plant stings.
Sturdy hiking boots are essential, especially ones you have used before.
Drinking water, however eating, drinking and smoking near the gorillas is strictly forbidden – your guide will communicate designated time and place.
Photography is permitted, although you must not use flash
Porters are available to help you carry your day-pack for a small charge.
You will not be allowed to trek gorillas if you have communicable disease like flu or cough

Why gorilla trekking permits should be booked in advance

What are gorilla trekking permits?

Costs of Gorilla trekking permits

Your contribution through gorilla trekking permits purchase

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