Budget gorilla trekking in Uganda are usually understood by most travelers in another way associating them to poor or inadequate facilities. However, the latter is not true as all this may depend on the safari agency or travel company you choose to deal with to arrange your gorilla safari in Uganda or even in Rwanda. For exceptional budget gorilla treks, embarking on a gorilla safari with us is the best way for you to get value of your money.
We arrange budget gorilla tours for our clients that reward them equally like it is a case with mid-range travelers. Booking with us is great reward as you will be among a few beneficiaries from our lengthy years of experience, special offers, rates and world class of service
Whether a budget gorilla safaris that you plan for, our exceptional, classic and comfortable 4wheel drive safari cars and professional driver guides are readily available to make your dream come true. Not only do we take you through thrilling gorilla trek but also offer you a chance to interact with locals in their local communities where you will get thrilled by their traditional dances, music performances, traditions among others.
Budget tours in Uganda are perfect option for budget travelers or backpackers and can be perfectly conducted during the low or wet season the fact that most hotel or safari lodges tend to cut down the rates for accommodation. The wet/rainy/low season in Uganda usually occurs in March, April, May and October, November and these are the best months of the year to embark on budget gorilla trekking tour in Uganda.
Gorilla trekking in Uganda is only conducted in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga National Park and all the two national parks are located in southwestern Uganda. They offer refuge to nearly half of all the 1004 mountain gorillas that today still thrive on earth and about 21 gorilla families are available for both tourism and research purposes.
In Bwindi National Park budget travelers can start their gorilla treks in anyone of the park’s 4 regions; Nkuringo, Rushaga, Ruhija and Buhoma, each of which comprises of distinct gorilla families. If your plan is to trek gorillas from Buhoma region then the groups for you to explore include Mubare, Rushegura, Habinyanja and Katwe; Nkuringo region; Nkuringo, Bushaho and Christmas; Ruhija area; Bitukura, Mukiza, Oruzogo and Kyaguliro while in Rushaga area, the gorilla families include Kutu, Mucunguzi, Nshongi, Mishaya, Busingye, Rwigi, Bweza, Bikingi and Kahungye.
To trek gorillas in Uganda whether on budget or luxury safari, you need $600 to help you secure a gorilla permit although the rates will with effect from 1st July 2020 be at $700 for you to obtain gorilla permit in Uganda. Budget gorilla trekking tours are aimed at making tourists who may not be in position to trek mountain gorillas during the peak/high season to also realize their travel dreams. To be on a safer side, we advise all our clients to always book their permits in advance at least 4-6 months prior embarking on actual trip.
Budget safari lodges to book during budget gorilla trekking tour in Uganda
When it comes to budget gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda, we get you a comfortable safari lodge for your stay while in Bwindi or Mgahinga National Park. The budget safari lodges to book for your budget gorilla trekking tour in Buhoma sector of Bwindi National Park include Buhoma Community Campsite, Buhoma View Bandas, Wagtail Eco Safari Camp; at Ruhija region they include Crater Bay Cottages, Bunyonyi Overland Camp among others which are mainly found around Lake Bunyonyi. Rushaga area has budget accommodation options like Gorilla Valley Lodge, Kisoro Travelers Rest Inn, Nshongi Campsite and others.
Benefits of budget gorilla trekking tour in Uganda
Trekking gorillas in Uganda on budget tour allows you to enjoy treks with less congestion as most trekkers avoid rainy season. You also have a chance to get the best of magical encounter with gorillas yet at low rates as most accommodation facilities cut down the prices.
What to pack on gorilla trekking in Uganda
Whether it is budget or luxury gorilla trekking safari, all trekkers are required to pack appropriately. The key items to consider in the packing list include waterproof hiking boots, bottled water, camera with no flashlight, long sleeved shirts, rain jacket or poncho, gardening gloves, first aid kit, insect repellents, sweaters, hat, sunscreen and others.
Other things to enjoy on budget gorilla trekking safari
In addition to gorilla trekking, you can also explore Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will have magical encounter at the tree climbing lions at the Ishasha sector, track chimpanzees at Kibale National Park, relax and chill around equator crossing.
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