How to Secure Gorilla Permits

Are you considering tracking the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Well if you are then it’s always important to know what you will need to pay for before you embank on this life changing journey. Apart from securing a gorilla permit, it is advisable to book a fully inclusive Uganda safari that includes all the features of an all inclusive tour package i.e accommodation, transportation, guide fee that you will need; and an official gorilla permit handled by each of the national parks to see the gorillas. Usually you have to book your safari early enough in order to obtain these several months in advance. If you are going with a tour company it will be arranged for you.

In Uganda it costs USD 800per day per person for a gorilla permit in high season. In low season a permit costs $600 to track gorillas during the months of April, May and November. You to book gorilla permits at the sales office in Kampala (the capital of Uganda) at the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) headquarters. It is possible to make an international booking for permits through a local tour operator.

Gorilla Permits for Rwanda

In Rwanda you can get permits through the Rwanda Tourism Board offices (ORTPN) in Kigali or Ruhengeri (near the PNV). The Rwanda gorilla permits cost USD1500 per person per day.

Quick Tips

Most people will get their permits through a tour operator that specializes in trekking. It is difficult to obtain a permit without booking a tour at the same time. When I went Gorilla tracking in Rwanda, permits were sold out for 4 months in advance, so book early especially if you plan to go between June – October.

Gorilla Permits for DR Congo

In the DRC its best to just arrange your permit (USD 400) and tour through a tour company of your choice.

For more information about gorilla permits and planning a gorilla safari, visit www.gorillatrekkingguide.com, a guide dedicated to offering all the information you need to know about gorilla trekking in Africa.