Last Minute Gorilla Trekking

Every single gorilla expedition will bring you to Africa, particularly in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Since these are the only places where we can find these endangered species, even this last-minute gorilla trekking will bring you to either one, or two of these countries. The 2 countries being referred to are Uganda and Rwanda since at the moment due to political instabilities in Congo this activity has come to a halt.

Gorilla trekking is one of the most sought safari activities in Africa and it’s almost on every traveler’s bucket list. It takes place in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda, and Mgahinga National Park, Uganda. You can also go on a double gorilla trekking experience where you trek gorillas in any of the locations twice or trek in 2 different locations in the same period.

Rwanda gorilla trekking

When we talk about last-minute gorilla trekking, we are referring to a gorilla trekking adventure on short notice which may happen due to unavoidable circumstances. People who do these last-minute gorilla trekking may include dignitaries, travelers who are in the country for conferences, meetings, or seminars, individuals who are taking a weekend safari, or those on short notice holidays. Whatever your reasons might be for having a last-minute gorilla trekking, your gorilla trekking experience will be possible, and it will be as incredible as any other gorilla trekking safari though the chances of getting a gorilla permit are higher in the low seasons.

This season runs from March to May and August to November. However, last-minute gorilla trekking in Uganda will most likely take you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park instead of Mgahinga National Park since Mgahinga has only 1 gorilla family and, therefore, sells only 8 gorilla permits per day though it is also possible to have it in Mgahinga National Park. There are also chances of getting a discount if you book a last-minute gorilla trekking permit.

Just like for every gorilla trekking experience, a last-minute gorilla trekking safari also requires you to have a gorilla permit. This gorilla permit can be obtained directly from the Uganda Wildlife Authority in Uganda, the Rwanda Development Board in Rwanda, or through a trusted tour operator for both cases.

A gorilla trekking permit in Rwanda to Volcanoes National Park costs 1500 USD for foreign non-residents, 500 USD for foreign residents, and 200 USD for East African citizens. While in Uganda a gorilla trekking permit costs 800 USD for foreign non-residents, 700 USD for foreign residents, and 80 USD for East African residents. As a tourist on a last-minute gorilla trekking safari, it is also possible to get a discounted gorilla permit in Rwanda during the low seasons. This permit comes with a 30% discount off the original price of 1500 USD for foreign non-residents. All you need to do is book 2 nights in any of the lodges in either Akagera National Park or Nyungwe National Park and the other 2 in Volcanoes National Park with proof of receipt.

What happens on a gorilla trekking adventure?

Deep within the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park and Mgahinga National Park or the thick misty impenetrable forest of Bwindi live these magnificent huge gentle creatures that you visit on a gorilla trekking safari. On this safari, you get to come in close proximity to the mountain gorillas in their habitats and watch them for 1 hour after about 2 to 8 hours of searching for the gorilla family assigned to your group of 8 individuals. Not to worry, a briefing is given at the headquarters of the national parks about how this activity is conducted and the rules to follow for a great experience, as well as your safety and that of the endangered mountain gorillas.

Amabere ga Nyina Mwiru historical And cultural  caves.
This is another fascinating tourist site with remarkable cultural history in Western Uganda.  This is a must stop over cultural site when  going for a tour to Semliki National Park for viewing the hot springs or  Kibale Forest National Park for Chimpanzee tracking  or to Queen Elizabeth National Park for viewing wildlife or boat cruises.

The Amabere ga Nyinamwiru caves  are also called the Nyakasura Caves located 32 kilometers from Kibale national park west of Fort portal town. The caves convey great history of the Batooro tribe that is common in the area.

Batwa Cultural Experience
Tourism is among those main backbones that contribute a lot to Uganda’s economy Uganda is among those countries that have plenty of tourist attractions that generate a lot of tourists. Today different people go on adventures in many countries for various reasons. Some of the things that make the country outstanding include endangered mountain gorillas, River Nile, chimpanzees, and many others.

Last Minute Gorilla Trekking Packages

1 Day Akagera National Park

A 1-day safari to Akagera National Park brings you to one of the biggest and oldest national parks in Rwanda best known for its wildlife safari. This national park located in the Eastern part of Rwanda on its border with Tanzania and was gazetted as a national park in 1934.This park is known for being the only savanna park in Rwanda as well as a home to the BIG 5. It has a variety of wildlife such as lions, zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, rhinos, Topis, and primates such as velvet monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and olive baboons among others.

1 Day Golden Monkey Trekking

A golden monkey experience leads you to the Virunga ranges in the national parks of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, Mgahinga National Park in Uganda, and Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo though in Virunga National Park the activity is not fully developed due to political instabilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In this case, this 1-day safari will bring us through the beautiful city of Kigali to an evergreen and bamboo forest of Volcanoes National Park, the home of the golden monkeys as well as the mountain gorillas located in Northwestern Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills.

1 Day Gorilla Trekking Bwindi

A 1-day gorilla experience in Uganda will bring you to the thick misty and biodiverse rainforest of Bwindi in the southwestern part of Uganda, where we find Bwindi impenetrable national park, the home of almost half of the world’s population of the most endangered species that possess 98% human DNA, the mountain gorillas and other primates like the black and white colobus monkeys, velvet monkeys, red-tailed monkeys among other. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is also home to a variety of wildlife such as elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and others, as well as birds. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi is carried out in all the 4 sectors of Bwindi which are, Nkuringo, Rushaga, Ruhija, and Buhoma.

1 Day Bisoke Hike

1-day Bisoke Hike will usher you to Mount Bisoke, one of the dormant volcanoes found in the Virunga ranges located in northwestern Rwanda in Volcanoes National Park best known for being a home to the mountain gorillas and the golden monkeys. Mount Bisoke is shared by Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, and Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo though the largest part of Bisoke is found in Rwanda including its summit.

Gorilla Trekking For The Elderly

In the vast expanses of our planet’s wildlife, few creatures captivate the imagination quite like the mountain gorillas. These majestic beings, distinguished by their unique social behavior and striking physical features, are an emblem of nature’s grandeur. With their natural habitat limited to the terrains of only three countries—Uganda, Rwanda, and Dr Congo—their rarity becomes even more pronounced. As it stands, a mere 1000 of these remarkable animals grace the forests of select national parks, classifying them as one of the world’s rarest species. It’s no wonder that each year sees a surge of nature lovers flocking to these countries, fueled by a potent combination of awe and urgency.

Birding in Mabamba Swamp
Mabamba Swamp is a bird lover’s destination.it is an extensive papyrus swamp characterized by small channels of marsh-filled water and lagoons. This swamp is a popular home for Uganda’s most sought-after bird, the rare shoebill. Mabamba Swamp lies on the north shore of Lake Victoria 12 kilometers west of Entebbe city covering 2,424 hectares. This swamp is a part of the list of wetlands of international importance as selected by the Ramsar Convention of Wetlands.