Why Choose Road Means To Get To Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Or Mgahinga in Uganda

Road transport is the commonest means to use during gorilla trekking and to others Uganda safaris destinations. The distance from Kampala or Entebbe to Bwindi impenetrable national Park is about 530 kilometres and to Mgahinga National Park approximately 540 kilometres for about 8 to 9 hours drive.

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If you have extra time, overnight stopovers enroute to gorilla trekking destinations in Uganda like to Queen Elizabeth National Park for game drives, Kibale National Park for chimpanzee safaris, untamed Semliki National Park for the Kitagata hot springs and more.

A well planned Uganda safari itinerary and having extra time on Uganda safari holiday gets you to some of these destinations without backtracking and time wasting.

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While on the road, you catch a glimpse of the life of the locals of Uganda but do not be shocked in case they wave at you which Ugandans are known for their friendly nature to strangers normally they so this with a smile too.

Road transport means are cost effective during gorilla trekking in Uganda as the cost of vehicle to use during the safari varies with your budget. Take note that a 4×4 wheel drive vehicle is recommended because of the rugged nature of terrain of the Kigezi subarea

When you are not rushing to depart Uganda, you can also visit the source of River Nile in Jinja to the actual starting  point of the longest River Nile the world that cuts a cross Uganda, South Sudan, a tributary in Ethiopia, The Sudan and Egypt with a delta on the Mediterranean.

Brief Details Of The Gorilla Trekking Destinations In Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Ancient Bwindi forest is the main host of the mountain gorillas in the world hosting almost half the total number of mountain gorillas. If you want to experience raw, untamed gorilla trekking adventure, Bwindi forest is the right spot.

Since gorilla habituation started in Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is counting over 22 gorilla trekking families and so far 4 gorilla habituation experience (GHEX) open to the public.

To promote gorilla conservation, the number of trekkers allowed to visit each gorilla family in Bwindi forests is maximised to 8. Every tourist is implored to abide by the rules of gorilla trekking.

Bwindi forest as a vast National Park separated by some hard to navigate highlands is divided into four areas that is Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga and Nkuringo.

Mgahinga National Park

Located in the far southwestern part of Uganda is pristine Mgahinga National Park a dense rain forest towered by amazing Volcanoes that is Mountain Gahinga, Muhavura and Sabyinyo. The star gorilla family on Mgahinga National Park is called Nyakagezi but gorilla habituation process is still going on.

Golden monkeys are another endangered primate specie co-existing with mountain gorillas in Mgahinga National Park and you can see them during golden monkey trekking or golden monkey habituation experience.

For each of these Uganda gorilla safari destinations, tourists have to book gorilla permits to have a access to these primates.

How To Book Gorilla Permits In Uganda

• Select a gorilla trekking date which can be tentative to permanent identify people travelling with too. They should be eligible for gorilla trekking too that is 12 years and over.
• Check for gorilla permit availability
• As soon as you find gorilla permit availability, do reserve the permit as soon as you can because they sell out without warning and none is reserved without payment.
• First come first served basis is used to book gorilla permits of Uganda because of the overwhelming demand.
• Avail other personal details like your full names, nationality, date of birth and more to be added to you gorilla trekking card and alter used for verification on gorilla trekking day.
• Note that the gorilla trekking permits for Bwindi impenetrable National Park are booked according to the area under which the park is divided.

What Is The Cost Of Road Transport To Bwindi Or Mgahinga National Park

The cost of transport to get to Bwindi impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga National Park varies with the vehicle’s consumption and additional amenities. The cost of gas, driver guide hire, maintenance, and more have to be considered.

 Road Transport Means Key Information To Note During Gorilla Trekking In Uganda

• Having a window seat on the way to do gorilla trekking in Uganda gives you chance to enjoy natural beauty Uganda is endowed with, the rolling hills, stunning valleys and more.
• Do not expect a smooth ride to the gorilla trekking destinations because the roads especially in the countryside are bumpy opening you to the renowned African massage. In case you get road sickness do take appropriate treatment.
• Most of the country roads towards the gorilla safari destinations in Uganda are winding because of the rolling hills and several other highlands that make up the landscape of western Uganda area.  
• Expected changes in altitude on the way to Bwindi Impenetrable national Park or Mgahinga National Park so if you are affected by altitude changes, you need to cross check with your medical adviser.
• While driving in Uganda, we drive from the left and take note of the road signs along the way to the gorilla trekking destinations in order to avoid getting into trouble with the law. Carry your driving license too especially if on self drive.
• Uganda receives both wet and dry seasons that also affected some roads especially in the countryside. The wet season is normally characterised by heavy down pours that may end in blocking some roads so you need to know alternative routes to the gorilla safari destinations.
• Have an extra tyre and some mechanical equipment in the vehicle in case of a breakdown while in the deeper countryside.

When Is The Best Time For Gorilla Trekking Safari In Uganda

The dry season provides best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda even though the adventure is open all year. The dry season which is June to September or December to January is normally characterised by less humidity in the southwestern Uganda which is known to experience low temperatures almost all year.

Bwindi forest and Mgahinga forests plus the different highlands in southwestern Uganda condition in climate of this area including untimely rains received in these areas. Teh trails of Bwindi and Mgahinga forests are wet and environment dense most of the day with less sunlight sipping through the dense canopy.

The mountain gorillas and others primates spend of the time in the dry season closer to the ground and can even be traced though the dense undergrowth because of more light.

Do not be put of from gorilla trekking in Uganda during the wet season that is march to May and November because you still will see the mountain gorillas. Fewer tourists are received in Uganda in the wet season with chances of enjoying unplanned for solo gorilla trekking experience.

Demand for gorilla permits in Uganda is not highly competed for in the wet season.

What Is The Packing List For Gorilla Trekking In Uganda

Safari boots

Garden gloves

Water proof gears

Safari hat

Long sleeved shirt

Foldable drinking water bottle

A pair of stockings

Warmers

Some hard cash

Camera

Toiletries

Insect repellent

Sunscreen

Why choose gorilla trekking in Uganda

For better chances of securing a gorilla permit, Uganda has a variety of options as it is has over 22 gorilla trekking families open to the public.

For more African safari experience after or before gorilla trekking, Uganda has various options like game safaris, Uganda birding, mountaineering, rich cultural experience and much more.

The cost of gorilla permit in Uganda is pocket friendly that is at the moment $800 per person compared to her counterpart Rwanda with a gorilla permit at $1500 per person. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi or Mgahinga National Park from Rwanda can also be arranged and this is a shorter route via Gatuna and Cyanika border. This gives you chance to experience both Rwanda and Uganda.