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January 7, 2022
Recommended Luxury Lodges for gorilla trekking in Nkuringo Sector
January 7, 2022Recommended Luxury Lodges in Buhoma sector. Are you planning to visit Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and stay in Buhoma sector, Buhoma sector is located in the northern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. It is the first sector where gorilla trekking started in 1993 just after the park was declared a UNESCO Heritage. Buhoma is the most famous and most visited part of the park, with the oldest Gorilla family Mubare and three other families of Habinyanja, Rushegura and Katwe Gorilla families. You will need to know where you will stay during your gorilla trekking tour in Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The recommended luxury lodges for your stay during gorilla trekking in Buhoma include;
Buhoma Lodge
Bwindi Lodge
Mahogany Springs Lodge
SilverBack Gorilla Lodge
Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
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What is the best time for gorilla trekking in Buhoma Bwindi?
The best time for gorilla trekking in Buhoma Bwindi is during the months of June to October and December to March during this time it is a dry season in Uganda with mild rainfall making it easy for the treks in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, as well during this time the vegetation is not fully grown and it is easy for viewing the mountain gorillas offering great sights for photographs. During the other months of April, May and November which is normally a wet season this makes the vegetations grow high making the sightings unclear however during this time the treks tend to be shorter given the fact mountain gorillas don’t move further distances looking for food, food is readily available. Gorilla Habituation Experience in Uganda can be done throughout the year given the fact it is a very well organized activity and you have 99% chances of seeing the mountain gorillas.
How to get Buhoma Sector for Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
By Air: You can get to the Buhoma by air which is faster and less tiresome. Aero link is a domestic airline offering both schedule and charter flights to Kihihi Airstrip from where you connect to Buhoma. There is no direct flight to Buhoma but you can be dropped off to Kihihi where you will be picked up by our professional guide and dropped at your lodge. The drive time from Kihihi to a nearby lodge is approximately 1 hour. Passengers are always required to check in 90minutes before the scheduled departure time on you flight. It is also important to note that aero links baggage is 15kilograms per person and an excess is charged at 3usd per kilo. There also private charters available for client’s that have different timing requirements and different routings too. You might also want to travel with your kids which are free for an infant below 2years old. Children above 12years are carried at 70% of the adults fare.
By Road: Buhoma can be accessed through the main high-way road from Entebbe/Kampala which is approximately 8-9 hours drive. You will pass through Kabale town and proceed to Buhoma. The Park can also be accessed from Kigali, Rwanda which is approximately 4-5 hours drive.
Why book your lodge for gorilla trekking in Buhoma with Eco Adventure Safaris?
Eco Adventure Safaris will help you book your trek in Buhoma contact us here and we advise you on the booking process. We as well have different Luxury gorilla trekking safari packages to Buhoma Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park that we can book for you including the gorilla habituation permits. Feel free to check out our TripAdvisor reviews and read from a community of happy satisfied clients. With us, you can be rest assured of a memorable Uganda safari holiday. We are devoted to providing excellent service and customer satisfaction. Our team of excellent tour consultants is always willing to help answer all your safari questions and we guarantee you a great gorilla trekking tour in Buhoma with us. Feel free to contact us here about the Recommended Luxury Lodges in Buhoma sector