Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga National Park

Mgahinga national park is one of the great gorilla destinations in Africa situated in the south western region of Uganda. it is also one of the smallest national parks with astounding unique wildlife and it is adjust to Bwindi Impenetrable forest national park unfortunately Bwindi is quiet more prominent than the Mgahinga gorilla national park. it is important to note that Uganda is home to about 21 habituated gorilla families that are available for gorilla tourism and Mgahinga hosts only two habituated gorilla families whilst the 19 families are found in Bwindi Impenetrable forest national park.

Mgahinga gorilla national park occupies an area of about 33.7 square Kilometers located along the border of DR-Congo, Rwanda and Uganda. The park is dominated by a massive tropical rainforest plus a vast vegetation area that has favored the survival of the endangered mountain gorillas plus other wildlife in the park.  Gorilla trekking experience in Mgahinga gorilla national park is extremely fascinating and gorilla families are easily spotted in their natural environment compared to Bwindi impenetrable forest national park where the trekking exercise requires long hours of walking to locate a gorilla family.

Why gorilla trekking experience in Mgahinga the best compared to other national parks that are home to the endangered mountain gorillas.

Gorilla trekking experience in Mgahinga gorilla national park is not as strenuous as trekking Bwindi impenetrable forest national park. Mgahinga gorilla national park is occupied by bamboo trees plus a vegetation covers that is easy to penetrate through during the trekking exercise thus making it a smooth endeavor to allocate the gorilla family. And during the time of photography, it is very easy to takes scenic clear photos compared other parks without any destruction from the forest trees and the thick vegetation cover.

Golden monkey tracking

Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga allows a primate experience. The park is not only a home to the endangered mountain gorillas but also an amazing paradise for the golden monkeys. And in synopsis, it is one of the places where Gold meets Silver. Therefore during the trekking exercise, you get a chance to meet with the beautiful golden monkeys that call the park their home. When you book a gorilla safari with us, we can combine gorilla trekking tour in Mgahinga national park and golden monkeys trekking experience. Golden Monkey trekking in Mgahinga gorilla national park is charged 140 USD per person the permit is inclusive of the park entry fees, guide and golden monkey experienc

Hiking

A gorilla safari to Mgahinga gives an insight to enjoy the thrilling hiking adventure where you opt to hike Mount Sabinyo, Mount Mgahinga, Mount Muhavura which another extremely refreshing and exciting adventure you need not to miss out on your safari. a hike to the summit of these mountains gives you an opportunity to enjoy the scenic beauty of the park plus the surrounding communities.

Birding

Mgahinga gorilla national parks is one of the birders haven Uganda where you encounter numerous colorful bird species such as; pin-tailed whydah, black kite, Ibis, speckled mouse birds, paradise flycatcher, white necked raven, Double-collared sunbird, grey capped warbler, waxbills, alpine, Blue-headed Coucal, Blue-headed Archer’s Robi-chat, Olive woodpecker, Yellow-vented, kivu ground thrust among others.

The best time to go birding is during the wet season in the months of march, April, May and November when plant trees are flowering and there is plenty of Food for birds thus become easy to be spotted since the season is very conducive for the impressive number of birds in the park.

Guided nature walks

Guided nature walks is the best way to explore the Mgahinga forest national park and here you get an opportunity to spot other animals in the park such as gorillas, the golden monkeys, giant forest hogs, Olive baboons, forest elephants, warthogs, bush pigs among others. birding is extremely rewarding on a guided nature walk in the park.

Cultural Encounters

Gorilla tour in Mgahinga gorilla national park gives an opportunity to explore the interesting authentic culture of the surrounding communities such as; the Batwa community visit where you encounter with the local Batwa people known as the shortest people in the world. Initially the Batwa were fruit gatherers, hunters and life total depended on the forest through honey collection, bush fires among other. When you visit the Batwa community, get an insight learn more about their exciting cultures, explore the Batwa caves which used to act as hide outs. Grab a chance to take charity and participate in community development projects.

Getting around Mgahinga National park

You can get to Mgahinga gorilla national park by either road or air transport via Kisoro. And from Kampala to Mgahinga gorilla national park, it is about 510 kilometers and it you about 8-9 hours’ drive by road. Mgahinga gorilla national park can be accessed from Queen Elizabeth national park and the journey via Ishasha sector takes you about 6 hours’ drive. And from Lake Mburo national park, it is about 7 hours’ drive to the park and this journey allows you an insight to enjoy a diversity of tourists attraction along the way.

Alternatively, you fly to Mgahinga gorilla national park, from Entebbe international Airport or Kajjansi airstrip, jump on domesticated scheduled chartered flight that lands you in Kisoro airstrip. Upon arrival enjoy a 45 minutes transfer drive to your booked lodge in Mgahinga gorilla national park.

When to Visit Mgahinga national park for the gorilla trekking experience

The park is open for all travelers through out the year but the best time to visit is during the dry season and this is the peak season in Uganda when a lot of visitors are coming to Uganda. The dry season in Mgahinga gorilla national park is experienced in the months of June to October, December to February. The dry season is associated with little or no rainfall interrupt the amazing activities in the park  like hiking, gorilla trekking among others. The roads in the dry season are easy to navigate through since they are dry easy to drive through compared to the wet season when the park is wet, muddy and slippery.

Alternatively the wet season can be best time to travel for the budget travelers since lodges in the park offer discounted accommodation rates to all tourists that visit the park in the low season and tour operators also offers discounted tour packages to tourists. The wet season is experienced in the months of march, may, April, November when plant trees are flowering thus there is also plenty of food for birds thus the best season for birding safaris. However, since the park is dominated by the tropical rainforest, it receives very heavy rainfall in the wet season.

Incase you are interested in booking a gorilla trekking tour in Mgahinga National Park this season, simply get in touch with our travel expert by sending an email on info@gorillaugandasafaribookings.com or call us directly on +256-775630809 or +256-701343598  to speak directly to our reservations team.