Gorilla trekking on Christmas Day
Gorilla Trekking in Africa specializes in arranging Gorilla trekking on Christmas Day in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga National Park, Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, and Congo’s Virunga National Park. Please inform us of the country where you wish to go gorilla trekking on Christmas Day, December 25th, so we can assist with planning and booking. During a gorilla trekking safari in December, you may also incorporate visits to more savannah national parks for wildlife observation, boat excursions, and cultural experiences.
In December each year, the majority of countries in the northern hemisphere observe a holiday during which most schools and higher education institutions suspend operations to capitalize on the extended daylight and favorable weather conditions. Although the majority of summer vacationers favor beach destinations, Gorilla Trekking in Africa offers exceptional summer holiday gorilla trekking experiences in Africa. Are you located in the United Kingdom, America, Europe, or Asia and wish to visit Africa during the summer? Gorilla Trekking In Africa offers affordable and high-quality summer holiday gorilla trekking excursions to observe the rare mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park.
Reduced-price gorilla trekking on Christmas Day
December is consistently a peak season, and during this month, it is essential to reserve your gorilla expedition in advance to prevent missing out on critical elements such as gorilla permits. Gorilla Trekking in Africa curates and features affordable gorilla trekking experiences on our website. We provide both short and extended gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, or Congo for gorilla trekking, with the option to combine tours and treks across these countries. Although the majority of our safaris commence and conclude in Entebbe, you have the option to initiate and terminate your safari holiday in Kigali, allowing you to explore both Uganda and Congo. Our priced and listed Uganda safaris commencing and concluding in Kigali can be reviewed here.
What are the optimal locations for Gorilla trekking tours on Christmas Day?
Gorilla trekking occurs in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, which contain the four national parks that shelter the last remaining mountain gorillas. These encompass Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda, Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, and Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Congo, one has the opportunity to observe Lowland gorillas located in Kahuzi Biega National Park. A gorilla permit is necessary to engage in trekking at any of the specified national parks. Once you have established your dates for gorilla trekking, we advise you to commence the booking of your gorilla trip immediately, as services and permits tend to sell out rapidly, particularly during the peak season from June to September. It is prudent to book at least five months in advance of your travel. Gorilla trekking on Christmas Day at the specified parks can be reserved directly or via a reputable local tour operator.
Costs and Availability of Gorilla Permits in Uganda
The Gorilla permit in Uganda costs $800 per person per trek for foreign non-residents, $700 per person for residents, and $80 for East African citizens (Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, Burundi, and South Sudan). This permits a one-hour encounter with the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Uganda possesses 17 habituated gorilla family groups, with 16 located in Bwindi and 1 in Mgahinga, resulting in 136 gorilla permits accessible daily for trekking. Gorilla trekking in Uganda offers the opportunity to engage in the Gorilla habituation experience, exclusively available in Bwindi Forest. A gorilla habituation permit costs $1500 per person, allowing for a four-hour encounter with semi-habituated mountain gorillas under the supervision of trackers and researchers, in contrast to the one-hour duration of standard trekking. Gorilla permits in Uganda can be obtained directly from the Uganda Wildlife Authority or through a reputable tour operator such as Gorilla Trekking in Africa.
Cost and Availability of Gorilla Permits in Rwanda
The Gorilla permit in Rwanda costs $1,500 per person per trek for foreign non-residents, $500 per person for foreign residents, and $200 for East African citizens (Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, Burundi, and South Sudan), allowing one hour of interaction with the mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. Rwanda hosts 12 gorilla families, providing 96 gorilla permits daily for trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Gorilla permits in Rwanda can be obtained directly by reserving them with the Rwanda Development Board or via a reputable tour operator such as Gorilla Trekking in Africa.
Cost and Availability of Gorilla Permits in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Gorilla tracking in the Congo occurs in Virunga National Park for Mountain Gorillas and Kahuzi-Biega National Park for Lowland Gorillas. A gorilla permit in Virunga National Park is priced at $400 per individual per trek during the peak season, which spans from mid-December to mid-March and from June to October. In contrast, the cost is $200 per individual per trek during the low season, occurring from mid-March to mid-May and from mid-October to mid-December annually. A gorilla permit in Kahuzi Biega National Park is priced at $400 for foreign non-residents, $200 for East African residents, and $20 for national residents. Gorilla permits in Congo can be acquired directly by reserving them through Virunga National Park or via a reputable tour operator such as Gorilla Trekking in Africa
When reserving your gorilla permit, it is crucial to understand that the permit fee does not encompass lodging, airfare, ground transportation, food, or additional charges. You should obtain further specifics regarding the package from your tour operator.
Best time to reserve Gorilla trekking tours on Christmas Day
The optimal time to reserve your gorilla walk for Christmas Day, December 25th, is at least one month prior to the commencement of your trip in December. If you are now reading this blog post, kindly provide us with your desired dates for gorilla trekking in December, and we will verify the availability of all services, including gorilla permits. Gorilla trekking on Christmas is consistently in great demand due to the influx of people on holiday at this time.
Regarding the gorilla permits, once we ascertain the number of permits available on the designated date in December, we will promptly notify you via email. Upon agreement, you will be instructed to remit funds to our bank account to facilitate the acquisition of your gorilla permit. Gorilla Trekking in Africa maintains a Dollar account for the receipt of payments. We accept bank or wire transfers, as well as debit and credit card payments; however, the latter incurs a premium that will be disclosed to you.
To finalize your gorilla trekking in December with Gorilla trekking in Africa we require full payment for the gorilla permits to ensure their reservation. The remaining balance must be settled three weeks before the commencement of the safari. We trust that this arrangement will enable you to manage the balance effectively, given that your gorilla permit, which is essential for your summer break gorilla safari, has already been paid for and secured.
Gorilla Trekking in Africa is among the limited number of licensed and reputable tour companies in Uganda with access to the Uganda Wildlife Authority’s gorilla permit database. In our office, we can verify the availability of gorilla permits for all parts of Mgahinga and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, as well as for Rwanda and Congo, at any time of day or night. Only a limited number of tour providers possess access to the UWA gorilla permit portal. We are thus able to monitor, possess, and provide counsel regarding the availability of gorilla permits at any time on any day.
Upon receipt of payment, we will dispatch an individual to the Uganda Wildlife Authority headquarters in Kampala to process the payment, obtain a booking ID, and acquire a receipt, which we will then scan and forward to you for your records and review. Upon the printing of your gorilla permits, we will retrieve your gorilla permit cards from UWA and securely store them at our office until the commencement of your summer holiday gorilla safari excursion with Gorilla Trekking in Africa Your gorilla permit card typically has all pertinent information and must be provided at Bwindi on the day of the trip. Your guide will possess it and will deliver it on your behalf. Are you interested in the inclusions and exclusions of our summer holiday gorilla trekking tours? Proceed with the continuation of our dialogue below.
What does our Gorilla trekking on Christmas Day encompass?
Gorilla trekking in Africa programs for summer vacationers include gorilla permits, accommodation, and transportation to and from Entebbe or Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. We prefer to manage all aspects of your trip or holiday, ensuring a stress-free experience while traveling in Africa, while you rely on our expertise. Let us examine each individual element of our summer holiday gorilla trekking expedition.
Gorilla permit: inclusions and exclusions
Are you intending to travel to Africa this summer to observe mountain gorillas in the forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga in Uganda? If so, please contact us immediately to secure your gorilla permit in advance and prevent missing out due to competition.
A gorilla permit is a card given by the Uganda Wildlife Authority that permits access to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga National Park, which are habitats for endangered mountain gorillas, allowing for one hour of observation. Gorilla permits are valid solely for the reserved date and become unusable upon expiration. Ensure your availability on the day of the walk. The gorilla permit grants one hour of interaction with a designated habituated mountain gorilla family. During this hour, you will be permitted to capture still photographs as well as simple movies. Kindly review our guidelines for appropriate conduct with mountain gorillas. You will also receive an educational presentation from your guide for the day. The services of a ranger guide and tourism police are also included to maintain security within the park. The ranger from the Uganda Wildlife Authority would likely be carrying an AK47 to deter any unruly animals encountered along the route. The admission fees for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park are included in the pre-purchased gorilla permits and are valid for 24 hours.
Best Lodges for Gorilla Trekking on Christmas Day
Gorilla trekking trekking collaborates with curated lodges in and around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, enabling us to provide the optimal accommodation for your stay in the park. Based on your budget, we will suggest Budget, Deluxe, or Luxury Lodges. Bwindi comprises four sections: Buhoma, Rushaga, Ruhija, and Nkuringo, with a minimum of two alternatives available in each category within these regions. Our lodges undergo annual evaluations, and we continuously evaluate their performance and service through physical visits and reviews on TripAdvisor. Provide your budget, and we will offer appropriate guidance. Our counsel is merely a phone call or email away.
Transportation to and from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
In addition to a fleet of luxury land cruisers, Gorilla Trekking in Africa also has a selection of customized safari vans for our more budget-conscious customers. All our vehicles are four-wheel drive and tailored for the rugged terrain of Africa. They provide drinking water and are operated by skilled and expert local driver guides. We will ensure that your journey with us is comfortable and financially covered.
Travel to Kigali, Rwanda, or Entebbe International Airport, Uganda
You will have the choice to fly into Kigali or Entebbe to visit Uganda, Rwanda, or Congo for gorilla trekking. A considerable number of individuals favor flying to Kigali to hike mountain gorillas in Bwindi. The primary rationale for this is to circumvent the extensive drives originating from Entebbe. Review our Uganda safaris departing from Kigali and respond accordingly. Travelers arriving in Entebbe will experience a picturesque trip, featuring a stop at the equator crossing, an opportunity to observe the ankle-long-horned cattle, and the undulating hills of Kigezi. Regardless of the airport utilized, we will facilitate airport transfers and transportation to and from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
What are the reasons to reserve Gorilla trekking on Christmas Day with Gorilla Trekking in Africa
Gorilla Trekking in Africa has established itself as a premier tour operator providing authentic and cost-effective gorilla treks to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga National Park, Virunga National Park, and Volcanoes National Park. We strive to give you precise and prompt information that you can depend on for arranging Gorilla trekking in Africa in December. Our personnel are consistently available to aid you with all arrangements. For additional information regarding our services, please consult our website for further details and possibilities for Gorilla trekking trips on Christmas Day.