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Which dates are still available for Gorilla trekking in December? December is one of the most popular months for gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda because it coincides with the festive holiday season and generally offers favorable conditions for forest adventures. Gorilla trekking permits are issued for specific dates and are limited each day, meaning availability can change quickly as travelers confirm their safari bookings. At present, permits may still be available on selected dates throughout December, but the exact dates must be checked and confirmed at the time of booking. Early December dates, particularly from 1 to 15 December, often provide better chances of securing permits than the Christmas and New Year period.
The most highly requested dates normally fall between 20 and 31 December, when many international visitors travel during their annual holidays. Dates around Christmas Day, Boxing Day and the final week of December can become fully booked several months in advance. Travelers who are flexible should consider choosing a weekday or travelling during the first two weeks of the month. Flexibility also makes it easier to find permits in different gorilla trekking sectors of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, including Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga and Nkuringo. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park may also be considered when permits are available.
It is important to understand that accommodation availability does not automatically guarantee gorilla permit availability. A permit should therefore be confirmed before finalising lodges, transport and other safari arrangements. Travellers planning a December gorilla trek are encouraged to provide several preferred dates rather than relying on only one specific day. This allows the tour operator to check alternative trekking locations and secure the most suitable option. Although some December dates may still be open, availability is constantly changing, and permits are only guaranteed after payment and official confirmation.
How to Book Gorilla Trekking in Uganda?
Which dates are still available for Gorilla trekking in December? Once you have your planned dates of travel confirmed we will need you to send us an email at Eco Adventure Safaris so that we check for availability of gorilla habituation permits online with the Uganda Wildlife Authority once we confirm permits are available for your planned dates we will let you know so that we can send you an invoice for you to make payment for the permits. Once the payment is done and we have received it on our account we will go ahead and purchase your permits immediately and send you a scanned copy of the permits for your records and perusal, this will confirm you are booked for Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi Forest National Park. Booking permit for gorilla trekking is advised to book your Gorilla permits in advance at least 2-3 months prior your visit given the fact few permits are available per day and sell out very quickly on first come first serve basis.
What is the age limit for Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi?
The minimum age limit for Gorilla Trekking is 15 years and the maximum age is 85 years depending on fitness levels. Gorilla trekking for elders is now made possible especially in Bwindi Forest through provision of sedan chair carriers, these chairs are used to carry those who feel unfit and are unable to walk into the forest at the time of their trek, you will be carried by potters to and from the forest during your trek, hiring the sedan chair can be done in advance or at the day of the trek and price ranges from 400-500 dollars.
What is the best time for Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi?
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi is done throughout the year and the best time to do a gorilla trekking in Africa is during the drier months of January, February, June to early September, this is makes it easier to travel to the park and gives a clear view of gorillas given the vegetation cover is not too much high grown.
What to pack for Gorilla Trekking?
During gorilla tracking you will need a comfortable, hard wearing, pair of walking shoes or boots. Conditions are generally very muddy in the forest when it is raining. There are uphill sections which may be quite steep and strenuous. It is also advisable to wear a long sleeve cotton shirt and lightweight long trousers to protect yourself from the undergrowth, stinging nettles and biting ants. Suggested Items to pack for Gorilla trekking;
• Insect Repellent
• Torch/Flashlight – and Spare Batteries
• Wet Wipes
• Water Bottle
• Camera, lenses etc
• Comfortable walking/hiking boots & socks
• Gardening gloves for gorilla tracking
• Sandals/strops/walking shoes
• Hat and Sunscreen
• Rain Jacket
• Sweater/fleece
• Swimwear
• Binoculars (game/bird watching)
How to get to Bwindi Forest National Park
By Road; The southern sector of Bwindi Forest National Park can be accessed through the main safari circuit from Entebbe/Kampala which approximately 8-9 hours drive. You will need to turn off at Muko along the Kabale-Kisoro Road you will see the sign post of Uganda Wildlife Authority which you will follow upto to your booked lodge for accommodation in either Rushaga or Nkuringo sector.
By Air; You can fly from Entebbe International Airport or Kampala’s Kajjansi airfield to Kisoro airstrip to access the southern sectors of Rushaga and Nkuringo. Scheduled and chartered flights are available and operated by domestic airline operators of Aero link and Fly Uganda. You will need to plan with your tour operator for a transfer from the airstrip to the park.
Why book Uganda Gorilla Tour with Eco Adventure Safaris.
At Eco Adventure Safaris, we provide personalized service with the utmost dedication to the safety and enjoyment of our clients. We are committed to the well-being of our staff and guests as well as to having a positive impact on the communities and wild places that our operations reach. On all our operations and safaris, we embrace the environmental ethic “Take Nothing but Photographs, Leave Only Footprints.” All our packages are eco-friendly. Contact us here about which dates are still available for Gorilla trekking in December?