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A gorilla safari in Uganda or Rwanda
will still be one of the top adventurous safaris in
Africa because of the fact the the gorilla is found
in only 3 countries. The mountain gorilla is so endangered
that its survival to the next century is very questionable.
The recent killings of the mountain gorillas in the
Virungas of Congo had reduced the number of gorillas
further. Tracking the gorillas of Uganda can be done
in Bwindi forest National park and Mgahinga National
Park. Bwindi is widely termed as impenetrable because
of its thick thickets and rather impassable routes.
The tropical rain forest is home to these gorillas and
other species.
Forest birding and nature walks around the park is
also adventurous. A permit to see the gorilla of Uganda
and Rwanda costs USD 500, part of which goes to the
conservations efforts of these endangered apes.
Gorilla tracking is done on a daily basis with different
tracking groups, the Mubare , Habinyinja, Nkuringo and
Rushegura. Its very important to book your permit at
least 3 months before your safari to Uganda. A gorilla
permit is paid separately at the Uganda Wildlife Authority
offices through your tour operator.Note that UWA does
not allow payments by credit card hence making it hard
to book it by yourself. The one hour spent with the
the gorilla has always made it the best adventure ever
in Uganda and probably, East Africa. The gorilla with
its big romantic brown eyes is too exciting.
The Silver back, head of the family affirms that in
every home, there is need for a head of the house. You
can supplement your gorilla trekking tour with a visit
to Queen Elizabeth National Park where you can see wildlife
at its best, or visit Murchison Falls National Park
for the falls viewing. Cultural tours and Rwenzori mountains
hiking can also be done after your gorilla safari in
Uganda.
About the Author
Richard Dicksons is a freelance Writer in Africa, You
are encouraged to visit his website, here, Uganda
Safaris Africa, and another interesting one South
Africa Guide or Tanzania Safaris and Travel Guide
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