Not
sure of which country to visit for gorilla trekking? If yes, then think not
beyond Uganda! This is incomparably one of a few most exceptional travel
destinations in the world that gets you that great deal to catch a glimpse at
the rare mountain gorillas while in their natural habitat. There are only 3
countries in the world where these creatures thrive from and Uganda is one of
them. Others include Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Despite
this fact, the choice you make does matter a lot when it comes to this primate
adventure and that is why Uganda has a million reasons for you to consider for
this life changing experience. In Uganda, they are confined within the
dense tropical rain-forests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
and Mgahinga National Park in southwestern, Volcanoes National Park in
northwestern Rwanda and the Virunga National Park in eastern DRC. Currently,
they remain fewer than 1004 worldwide a significant increase that has been
recorded compared to about 254 individuals in 1981.
Below are some of the reasons why you should trek mountain
gorillas in Uganda
Home to the largest number of mountain gorillas
About
500-604 mountain gorillas are all confined within Uganda, one reason you need
to consider it a must to explore while on gorilla safari in Africa. Due to huge
numbers, Uganda also boasts of many habituated gorilla families which have been
set for visitors to track each day-one factor that also sets this country apart
from other gorilla destinations. Over 17 groups have been habituated in Uganda
and readily set for your exploration. Gorilla treks in Uganda the pearl of
Africa are conducted within only Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and
Mgahinga National Park. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi is conducted in its 4 main
areas (Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga and Nkuringo) each of these has its own
habituated families. Buhoma sector has groups like Mubare, Habinyanja, Katwe
and Rushegura; Ruhija-Bitukura, Oruzogo and Kyaguriro; Nkuringo has Nkuringo
and Christmas while Rushaga comprises of Nshongi, Mishaya, Busingye, Kahungye
and Bweza. In Mgahinga, it is only Nyakagezi that is set for visitors on Uganda
gorilla safari to track. The continued increase in the number of these
creatures in Uganda is attributed to strict conservation measures that have
been set for every visitor on gorilla safari to observe while in the wild in
search for these special creatures.
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Cheaper gorilla permits
If
your dream is to trek gorillas in Africa, Uganda should be a must to visit.
This magical landlocked country still offers relatively cheaper gorilla permits
thus making it a few affordable gorilla destinations. Compared to Rwanda,
gorilla permits in Uganda cost $600 per person and this applies for foreign
non-residents, $500 for foreign residents and shs.250000 for East African
residents. You can obtain a permit in Uganda through a trusted, reliable and
recognized ground tour operator or through a reservationist at Uganda Wildlife
Authority (UWA)
Support local residents to save mountain
gorillas and their habitat
The
success in gorilla conservation is entirely a collective effort from all stake
holders and if one side is left out then positive results may not be realized
and that is why your visit to Uganda matters a lot when it comes to survival
these creatures and safety of their habitat. These wild creatures still face
several threats one of which is habitat loss which is impacted by various human
practices including among others farming, human settlement. This is also as a
result of increased poverty and population in the adjacent communities around
the parks where these creatures thrive. A visit to Uganda for gorilla trek
doesn’t mean only to view gorillas but also for you to take part in a number of
activities for instance village walks, cultural encounters especially in the
Batwa and Bakiga communities that reward travel endeavors with authentic
African cultural experiences.
A trek to see mountain gorillas in Uganda
is a lifetime experience
A
gorilla trek in Uganda takes you to southwestern side whose landscape or
terrain is characterized by terraced hills and rolling volcanic slopes thus
rewarding you with magical views over this country’s breathtaking landscape. By
embarking on a hike through this challenging terrain while on gorilla safari is
undoubtedly a lifetime adventure. To get to your assigned gorilla family on the
other hand equally requires some physical wellness in you as it involves hiking
through the dense tropical rain-forest and steep slopes while in search for
these magnificent creatures.
Visitors have variety to enjoy in Uganda
Uganda
best described as the pearl of Africa for many reasons. Ideally, it is a host
to nearly all that Africa has to offer to the world. Besides mountain gorillas,
you also have a chance to view a number of creatures including L’Hoest monkeys,
black and white colobus monkeys, golden monkeys, grey cheeked mangabeys, blue
monkeys as well as chimpanzees at Kibale Forest National Park, Budongo forest
while on safari to Murchison Falls National Park, Kalinzu Forest and Kyambura
Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Besides, don’t miss to catch a glimpse
at varied savanna dwellers including the big game-Elephants, buffaloes, lions
plus tree climbing lions at Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park,
leopards, rhinos as well as giraffes, zebras, warthogs, topis, birds especially
shoebill storks, African green breasted pitta, African green broadbill, Great
blue turaco and others;
