Gorilla habituation experience in Uganda : Gorilla habituation is the process that trains mountain gorillas to live closer to people as they go about their everyday lives. There is only one safari location in Uganda where gorilla habituation takes place, and that is Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The gorilla habituation experience is very exceptional since one gets to spend more time with the gorillas, compared to the one hour of Gorilla trekking, gorilla habituation tourists spend four hours in the presence of the gorillas. Not everyone should do the gorilla habituation experience because it demands more time, money, energy, permits, and resilience because it takes four hours to spend with the gorilla families. It takes four hours to become habituated to gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, where you may spend the entire day trekking and seeing the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. During gorilla habituation excursion in Bwindi Impenetrable forest is where one can observe the mountain Gorillas, with the presence of the conservationists, scientists, Researchers and Rangers. On a Uganda safari, Gorilla habituation experience only takes place in Rushaga southern part of Bwindi impenetrable Forest.
Only four individuals are allowed every day, and only one group is able to go through the gorilla habituation experience. The gorilla habituation experience has been in place since 2016 and this has been taken by few people compared to the regular Gorilla trekking safari. A fantastic method to spend time with the gentle, endangered giants of the forest is through gorilla habituation. During this Gorilla Habituation Process one can be able to get as close as they can to the gorillas notwithstanding them being Rangers, Researchers or trackers.
Trekking requires physical fitness, and it is advised that you engage in long hikes to get ready for the trip. In contrast to the typical one-hour journey, gorilla habituation allows one to spend many hours with them, making them appropriate of appreciation. You will take part in the gorilla’s process of becoming familiar to your surroundings in addition to simply observing. This is an all-day Gorilla trek experience; only four people are allowed to habituate. You’ll get the opportunity to discover more about the customs and behaviors of mountain gorillas.
Cost of gorilla habituation permit in Bwindi impenetrable national park Uganda.
A gorilla habituation permit in Bwindi impenetrable national park allows tourists to spend up to 4 hours with the mountain gorillas, accompanied by a team of the researchers, guides and trackers and the permit costs 1,500 USD per person for foreign non- residents, 1000 USD per person for foreign residents and 750,000 UGX per person for East African citizens. And this limited to 4 people per day. The habituation experience provides a unique opportunity to observe and learn about the behavior of mountain gorillas in a more relaxed and natural setting.
How to book gorilla habituation permits in Uganda.
Tourists going on a gorilla habituation safari, can reserve a gorilla habituation permit in Uganda through two different ways that is contacting directly the government body in charge of tourism that is Uganda Wildlife Authority or by contacting a reputable tour operator like Takeoff Ventures Tours and Travel, and then you provide us with the date, month, and year of your gorilla visit. When you get in touch with us, we’ll see if there are any permits available for your desired dates. If so, you’ll need to send us a deposit. We will get the gorilla habituation permit on your behalf as soon as the payment has been processed, and we will confirm this by sending you a scanned copy of the receipt.
However, it is advised that you make reservations three to six months ahead to the trekking date because gorilla habituation permits in Uganda are scarce and sometimes sell out, especially during the dry season in the months of June, July, August, September, December, January, and February. By doing this, you can prevent last-minute disappointment.
Where to stay during your gorilla habituation safari in Bwindi Impenetrable forest national park Uganda.
There are various numbers of the accommodation facilities in and around Rushaga sector where you can stay during your gorilla habituation experience. The accommodation options can be divided into budget, mid-range and luxury accommodations like Rushaga Gorilla Lodge, Ichumbi Lodge, Four gorilla lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge, Wagtail Eco Safari Camp, Gorilla Valley Lodge, Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge, Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge, Gorilla Hills Eco Lodge, and Nshongi Camp and among others these will offer you the suitable comfortable and perfect atmosphere that will make your stay valued and treasured.
How to get to Bwindi impenetrable national park.
Gorilla habituation takes place in the Rushaga sector, which is reachable by road from Kampala through Masaka, Mbarara, Kabale, and finally the park headquarters. The drive takes roughly nine to ten hours. Rushaga sector is situated in the southern portion of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
It is also conceivable to reach Bwindi Impenetrable National Park from Kigali, Rwanda. To get there, take a flight to Kigali International Airport. From there, drive for three to four hours to reach the Cyanika border near Kisoro or the Katuna border, which connects you to the Rushaga sector.
By organizing a scheduled or charter domestic flight from Entebbe international airport or Kajjansi airfield to Kisoro airstrip and then connecting to Rushaga sector, you can also reach Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by air.
Best time to go for gorilla habituation experience in Uganda.
Even though you can go on a gorilla habituation experience in Uganda at any time of year, the best times to go are from June to September and from December to February during the dry season. This is because there will be fewer rainfall in the park during these months, making the roads and gorilla trekking trails passable, making the trek easier than it would be during the rainy season when the trails are muddy and slippery.
To produce genuinely amazing experiences, gorilla habituation can be combined with other safari activities including bird watching, guided nature walks, gorilla trekking, and Batwa cultural encounters. Do not hesitate to Contact us at Takeoff Ventures Tours and Travel for more information or to arrange a gorilla habituation safari so that you can create enduring safari experiences that will offer you everlasting safari memories in your entire life.
