Gorilla Tracking from Musanze Ruhengeri

Embarking on Gorilla Tracking Adventure from Musanze to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Gorilla tracking from Musanze Ruhengeri – For many travelers on a Uganda Safari, the highlight and adventure revolve around Gorilla tracking. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, situated in southwestern Uganda, and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park serve as the key destinations for Gorilla tracking in Uganda. In Bwindi Forest, there are 19 habituated Gorilla families ready for tracking, complemented by one habituated Gorilla family in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, along with Golden monkeys.

The Gorilla tracking experience commences with a briefing from ranger guides at the park headquarters, where you join fellow trackers before delving into the forest in pursuit of these endangered Gorillas. Regardless of the Gorilla family assigned to you, the likelihood of encountering the Gorillas in their natural habitat is high, whether they are feeding in the forest or engaging in playful activities with their offspring.

Trek Africa Expeditions specializes in organizing Gorilla tracking from Musanze to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Our professional driver guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Musanze town, Rwanda, and transfer you to one of these National Parks for an unforgettable Gorilla tracking adventure in Uganda. This particular Gorilla tracking tour from Musanze-Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest or Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks is immensely popular, as Musanze-Rwanda is closer to these National Parks, ensuring a shorter distance and saving you USD800 on each Ugandan Gorilla permit compared to the price in Rwanda.

Accommodation options around or near the National Parks are diverse, catering to different budgets. If you specify your preferences, we can tailor options that align with your interests, ensuring an enjoyable Gorilla tracking tour from Musanze town to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.

Cost of Uganda Gorilla Tracking Permits

As of now, the Gorilla permit in Uganda is priced at USD800 per person per trek, allowing you to visit the Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat for a designated hour. The actual tracking duration can vary from 30 minutes to three-quarters of the day, contingent on the Gorillas’ location. Ranger guides maintain communication with trackers in the forest before the trek begins.

Trek Africa Expeditions strongly recommends booking Gorilla permits well in advance of the tracking date due to their high demand. The lower price compared to Rwanda and limited availability, with only a maximum of 8 people allowed to track a specific Gorilla family each day, contribute to the permits selling out quickly. Permits for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are booked and purchased at the Uganda Wildlife Authority headquarters in Kampala. Upon contact with Trek Africa Expeditions, we will assist in checking availability for your desired trekking dates, secure the permits on your behalf after purchase, and provide you with scanned copies for your records.

Age Requirement and Regulations for Gorilla Tracking

The minimum age required for Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks is 15 years. Children below this age are considered unfit to predict their reactions when encountering the Gorillas. Individuals aged 15 and above are deemed physically fit and understanding enough to handle the situation. In cases where a person is about to celebrate their 15th birthday, or if a child expresses maturity, physical fitness, and parental consent in writing, they may be allowed to track Gorillas, accompanied by their parents.

Uganda Wildlife Authority has established rules and regulations for Gorilla tracking, applicable to all participants in the tracking experience.

Essentials to Pack for Your Gorilla Tracking Tour from Musanze-Rwanda

1. Rain gear
2. Insect repellent
3. Long trousers and long-sleeved sweaters or shirts to avoid insect bites and contagious plants in the forest
4. Sturdy hiking boots
5. Drinking water and a packed lunch provided at your lodge
6. Extra batteries for cameras for photography
7. Some extra money for porters, who can assist in carrying your day-pack for a small charge

Mountain Gorillas inhabit high altitudes, which may pose challenges for some visitors during hikes. It is advisable to pace yourself, walk slowly, stay hydrated, and adequately prepare for this extraordinary experience.