Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Uganda Mountain Gorilla Safari
MOUNTAIN GORILLA TRACKING IN UGANDA
Gorilla tracking is an attractive and a memorable experience which repays more than the effort needed to reach Bwindi & to trek through the forest. Bwindi has 4 habituated gorilla categories that are tracked by tourists. 3 of the these are in the area of Buhoma & one at Nkuringo.
GORILLA TREKKING IN BWINDI GORILLA PARK
* The Mubare group (‘M’ group) opened for tourism in 1993 & consists of 10 gorillas with one silverback.
* The Habinyanja group (‘H’ group) opened for tourism in 1998 & is consists of 21 individuals with two silverbacks.
* The Rushegura group (‘R’ group) consists of 10 gorillas & 1 silverback. It was opened for tourism in 2002.
* The Nkuringo group (‘N’ group) opened for tourism in 2004 & is composed of 19 gorillas and one silverback.
Gorilla tracking is Uganda’s most desired tourism activity. You had better book in advance to confirm that permits for your requested dates are present.
GORILLA TRACKING IN MGAHINGA GORILLA PARK
Mgahinga’s most interesting and unforgettable activity is gorilla tracking the mountain gorilla in thick jungle. The gorilla park has one habituated gorilla group (Nyakagyezi) visited by tourists. This comprises of 11 members; 2 silverbacks& 3 adult females, 4 juveniles and 2 infants.
Uganda’s Mountain Gorilla Tour
This group is mobile and at times crosses to Rwanda & DRC, so you should check for updates from Uganda Wildlife Authority (see contacts). Enrollment as well as briefing for gorilla tracking starts at 07.45 at Ntebeko.
Tracking begins at 08.30 and can take 3 to 8 hrs.
