What is the Price of A Gorilla Permit in Uganda?

What is the Price of A Gorilla Permit in Uganda?

The price of a standard gorilla trekking permit in Uganda is $800 per person, $700 for foreign residents, $500 for Rest of African citizens, and Ugx300,000 for East African Citizens. This permit allows you to spend an hour in the presence of mountain gorillas in their natural habitats. For the gorilla habituation experience, the permit costs $1,500 per person for foreign non-residents, $1000 for Rest of African Citizens and foreign residents, and Ugx750,000 for East African Citizens. The gorilla habituation permit allows you to spend 4 hours in the presence of the mountain gorillas. The experience is available exclusively in the Rushaga Sector in the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and sometimes in the Rushaga Sector. A permit is a document that indicates that you are liable to partake in gorilla trekking in Uganda.

How Can I Book a Gorilla Permit in Uganda?

The most reliable and secure way to book a gorilla permit in Uganda is through a licensed local tour operator, such as (Company name). We are authorized to work directly with the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), the government body responsible for managing wildlife conservation and tourism activities in Uganda.

Currently, the Uganda Wildlife Authority permits only locally licensed tour companies to purchase gorilla permits on behalf of travelers. By booking through an experienced tour operator, you ensure a hassle-free process, access to expert advice, and assistance in securing permits for your preferred trekking dates. Once you contact us, we instantly check for availability of gorilla permits on your desired dates. Once we confirm availability, we will ask you for details such as your names, citizenship, age, and your passport copies. You’ll then make payment for the gorilla permits, after which we’ll purchase them and send you scanned copies. Contact us for more information.

When to Book a Uganda Gorilla Trekking permit

You need to book a gorilla trekking or habituation permit in advance, say 6 months before your tracking date. This is because the availability of permits changes swiftly, yet there are few permits available. Daily, there are 192 gorilla trekking permits and 8 gorilla habituation permits available in Bwindi Impenetrable national park and 8 in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. These are few depending on the number of visitors who want to do the activity in Uganda. Therefore, you need to purchase them early enough so that you don’t miss out on the activity. Uganda wildlife Authority sells these permits on a first come first serve basis.

What is the best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda?

The best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda is during the dry seasons, which occur from June to September and December to February. During these months, the trails in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are less muddy, making trekking easier. Additionally, the dry weather enhances your chances of spotting gorillas as they tend to move closer to accessible areas.

While the wet seasons (March to May and October to November) bring more challenging trekking conditions, they also offer fewer crowds and lush vegetation, which is perfect for photography enthusiasts. Also, the lodges tend to offer discounts to attract tourists to stay at their establishments.

What is the age limit for gorilla trekking in Uganda?

Uganda Wildlife Authority set the age limit for gorilla trekking in Uganda at 15 years and above. This restriction ensures the safety of both trekkers and the gorillas. Younger children are more likely to transmit common illnesses, such as colds or flu, to the gorillas, which gorillas may contract. Additionally, the physical demands and potential risks of trekking through dense forests make it unsuitable for younger participants. Also, young people may be frightened by their first sight of the gorillas, which may make them scream or react in a way that may frighten the gorillas as well.

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