Budget Gorilla Tracking Holidays & Safaris for 2024-2025

Embark on a Thrilling Gorilla Tracking Adventure: Budget Safaris 2024-2025

Discover the heart of Africa with our meticulously crafted Budget Gorilla Tracking Holidays & Safaris at Trek Africa Expeditions, promising indelible memories. Traverse the dense jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks, among the world’s premier Gorilla destinations. Beyond Gorilla tracking, our offerings extend to Chimpanzee trekking, Forest walks, Cultural interactions, Bird watching, and Wildlife viewing in the expansive savannah National Parks, complemented by mountain climbing tours – a comprehensive adventure tailored to your interests and schedule.

With a substantial tenure in the tourism industry, Trek Africa Expeditions has garnered a reputation for delivering not only budget-friendly Gorilla tracking safaris and holidays but also invaluable travel tips to enhance your African Gorilla vacation. Immerse yourself in sweeping views of scenic landscapes across all National Parks in Uganda, guided by our proficient and trained guides, ensuring both your safety and comfort throughout the journey.

Trek Africa Expeditions unfolds a full day brimming with excitement and timeless memories. Experience the pinnacle of our customized Uganda tours, offering Gorilla tracking adventures and unparalleled game viewing experiences. The pearl of Africa unfolds with its rolling emerald hills, snow-capped mountains, misty forests, and crystal-clear lakes – an idyllic backdrop for an exceptional African Safari.

The Uganda Gorilla permit, a crucial element of this adventure, is priced at USD800 for international tourists, maintaining a standard rate without seasonal discounts. However, foreign residents can benefit from a discounted rate of USD700, while East Africans are offered permits at UGX300,000.

For convenience and prompt responses, it is advisable to procure your Gorilla permit through a local tour operator, whether opting for a full package or only the permits. Trek Africa Expeditions facilitates a seamless process, ensuring swift responses to your inquiries and effective Gorilla permit bookings. Feel free to reach out via email to secure your Gorilla permit for Uganda, Rwanda, or the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Travel Tips and Uganda Insights

Trek Africa Expeditions goes beyond the safari experience, providing reliable travel advice for Uganda and other African countries. Key tips include:

Health Services in Uganda:

Vaccinations recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC’s) include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Yellow Fever, Meningitis, Rabies, and Measles.
Additional health tips cover antimalarial medicine, consumption of clean food and water, use of mosquito repellents, caution around wild animals, hygiene practices, and the avoidance of non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment.
Boiling water before consumption and refraining from street foods are emphasized.

What to Wear:

Dress modestly in light clothes during the day and opt for warm sweaters at night. For Gorilla trekking, consider essentials like hiking boots, gardening gloves, long-sleeved shirts and blouses, sunglasses, hats, rain jackets, long pants, and stockings.

Upon Arrival:

Look for our driver-guide with a placard bearing your names for a hassle-free airport pickup. Guides arrive an hour before your scheduled arrival, ensuring a smooth transition from the airport.

Best Time to Visit:

While Uganda can be explored year-round, the dry season from June to January is optimal for Gorilla trekking, forest walking, and birding. Rainy seasons, particularly from mid-September to November and March to May, are ideal for bird watching.

Visa Information:

Secure a valid visa, available online or through immigration. Travelers opting for a Uganda safari through Rwanda can consider the East African Tourist Visa for seamless travel between Uganda and Rwanda.

Currency and Tipping:

U.S. dollars are widely accepted, especially by travel operators. Local transactions, however, typically use Uganda Shillings in cash. Newer dollar notes are preferred, as older ones may not be accepted by local banks. Tipping is optional but greatly appreciated, motivating service providers to deliver quality services.

Uganda Climate:

Uganda boasts a tropical climate, with temperatures ranging from 25-29°C (77-84°F). The southern regions experience a rainy season from mid-September to November and March to May, while the dry season spans December to February and June to July. Northern areas, such as Murchison Falls National Park, have higher temperatures, while the southwest, encompassing Lake Bunyonyi, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, tends to be cooler. Dressing appropriately for the specific region is crucial for a comfortable journey.