Gorilla Trekking In Uganda For Elderlies

The elderly can still go gorilla trekking in Uganda despite the nature of the terrain of Bwindi which is rugged from extreme volcanic action that swept through the Kigezi subarea of the country.  Sedan chair or basket carrier services can be arranged to assist those with physical challenges to the location of the mountain gorillas at an affordable cost.

Uganda is still one of the few primate safari destinations in the world with an untouched environment as global warming and other factors have spoilt the nature. Bwindi impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park are the only two gorilla trekking destinations in Uganda.

Indeed, slight physical fitness is one of the top factors to consider when planning for gorilla trekking in Uganda however do not give up on your dream safari because of physical challenges. Enquire Now

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Guidelines To Booking Gorilla Trekking In Uganda As An Elderly Person

• Choose a date for gorilla trekking and number of gorilla permits likely too book in case you have company.
• Check gorilla permit availability through a tours Agent or call directly to Uganda Wildlife Authority however this is quite challenging.
• Reserve the gorilla permit as soon as you can because their status changes any time without warning since first come first served basis is used to book them.
• Note: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla permits are booked according to the four areas under which the park is divided that is Buhoma, Ruhija, Nkuringo and Rushaga
• Forward some necessary personal documents to be added to your Uganda gorilla permit card including Full names as presented on the passport, nationality, date of birth and more.

What Are The Requirements For Booking Gorilla Trekking Safari In Uganda

• Book the Uganda gorilla trekking permit in advance because it is quite exhausting to find one while on ground.
• Reserve other necessary safari logistics afterwards that is accommodation, transport and more. These safari items assist with drafting and making the safari quotation. For accommodation you can choose that of your budget from categories such as luxury, mid-range and basic.
• Pack right for gorilla trekking safari in Uganda including safari hat, safari sturdy boots, rain proof gears, garden gloves, long sleeved shirt, convertible trousers and more.
• If you can maintain some level of fitness before the gorilla trekking safari incase you are to walk in the jungle to the location where the mountain gorillas may be.
• Maintain good health before and during gorilla trekking so that you do not have to miss or be left behind because of health challenges.
• Spend atleast a day in Uganda before starting the gorilla trekking safari to make preparations and revamp from jet lag.
• In case you must have a Uganda visa, do apply for it in advance even though you can acquire one on arrival however this is time consuming after the long flight.

Cost Of Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit

Currently, the Uganda gorilla trekking permit costs $800 per person for international nonresidents, $700 for international residents.

The cost of the Uganda gorilla permit includes one hour with the mountain gorillas, park entrance fees, conservation support, ranger guide fees and others.

It is safer to book the Uganda gorilla trekking permit in advance as competition is overwhelming high yet they are limited to maximum 8 as a conservation measure.

Best Time To Book Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari For Elderlies

The dry season is best time to book the gorilla trekking safari in Uganda that is June to September and December to January when less precipitation is expected in these dense rain forests.

Trails to use when searching for the mountain gorillas are less wet enabling faster movement and more sunlight pierces through the dense leaves of the jungle to create an amazing ambience in the forest. Expect rain to falls anytime without warning during gorilla trekking.

The mountain gorillas and other forest inhabitants spend most of the time closer to the ground enabling you to catch a better view of them. The forest is full of life in the dry season which immerses you into the aromas of the jungle too.

Note that more tourists are booked to do gorilla trekking in Uganda during the dry season so expect to share this moment with strangers.

Do not ignore the wet season when booking gorilla trekking in Uganda because you may get chance to an unprepared for solo adventure since fewer tourists are expected on ground. March to May and November are normally the known wet seasons in Uganda.

How Much Time To Spend On Gorilla Trekking In Uganda

Gorilla trekking in Uganda may last 2 hours or more depending on location of the gorilla family. The mountain gorillas of Bwindi forest or Mgahinga forest live freely with nothing to bar them from traversing the vast forest.

Locating the mountain gorillas during gorilla trekking is influenced by factors such as

• Food location
• Prevailing weather conditions
• Mood of the gorilla family
• In case of a fight amongst the mountain gorillas
• Pace of trekkers and more

Despite the time to take on gorilla trekking safari, trekkers are encouraged to maintain some level of patience or shift focus to other forest dwellers in order not to lose morale

 Meeting the mountain gorillas is always exciting no matter the number of times you go gorilla trekking because their actions are controlled by their natural instincts with no human influence. Watch the females tend to their infants, juveniles playing in the vines, Black backs watch out for possible intruders and more.

The chaos in the gorilla families is always easy to relate with especially if you grew up with several siblings and it is also like walking into human history.

Are Mountain Gorillas Violent During Gorilla Trekking

Naturally mountain gorillas are not violent but shy, timid and easily agitated primates and to the extreme that may push them into hiding. Gorilla habituation process helps the mountain gorillas get accustomed to the mountain gorillas without losing their natural traits.

When with the mountain gorillas tourists are encouraged to adhere to rules of gorilla trekking as explained at briefing. These have been tested and approved over time to create favorable time when with these mountain gorillas.

Mountain gorillas can also charge when provoked however this is rarely geared towards humans. At times the mountain gorillas behave in an odd way to tease their visitors, playing, showing off and more. The ranger guides normally provide solutions to angry mountain gorillas like showing submission, pretending to chew foliage, slowly moving back and more. Do not panic when the gorilla family charges but remain calm or else this moment can throw the entire forest into a stampede.