Have you been updated about the new tourism prices in Uganda? Well, effective 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2026, Uganda Wildlife Authority put new rates for mountain gorilla permits and chimpanzee trekking permits. The change in prices apply to both foreign nonresidents, foreign residents and East African citizens. Superfine Safaris brings you detailed information on the new rates for gorillas and chimpanzee trekking experiences in the Pearl of Africa. These are:
New Gorilla trekking permit prices
As of today, each Uganda gorilla trekking permit costs $800 for foreign nonresidents, $700 for foreign residents and UGX 300,000 for East African citizens. Also, Africans who are not East African citizens but wish to undertake the thrilling Uganda gorilla safaris will pay $500 per permit. On the other hand, gorilla habituation permits were not increased so it remained at $1500 for foreign nonresidents, $1000 for foreign residents and UGX 750,000 for East African citizens.
New chimpanzee trekking permits
The new chimpanzee trekking permits in Uganda cost $250 for foreign nonresidents, $200 for foreign residents and UGX 180,000 for East African citizens. The chimpanzee habituation permit costs $300 for foreign nonresidents, $250 for foreign residents and UGX 250,000 for East African citizens.
In Kyambura gorge, a single chimpanzee permit costs $100 for foreign nonresidents, $80 for foreign residents and UGX 50,000 for East African citizens.
Cost of Volcano Climbing in Mgahinga Gorilla National park
Mountain climbing in Mgahinga Gorilla National park (Mt Sabyinyo, Mt Muhabura and Mt Gahinga) costs $100 for foreign nonresidents, $80 for foreign residents and UGX 50,000 for East African citizens
Birding and Day Nature Walks
The cost of birding and day nature walks cost $40 for foreign nonresidents, $30 for foreign residents and UGX 30,000 for East African citizens. This apply in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Mt Elgon National park, Mt Rwenzori National park and Semliki Valley National park.
The other category of birding and day nature walks cost $25 for foreign nonresidents, $20 for foreign residents and UGX 20,000 for East African residents. This apply to Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National park, Lake Mburo National park, Kidepo Valley National Park, Kibale Valley National Park, Kapkwai Reserve and all game reserves across the country.
Cost of Night Walks
In all National parks and game reserves across the country, night walks cost $50 for foreign nonresidents, $30 for foreign residents and UGX 20,000 for East African residents.
People also ask
How much is tourism in Uganda
The overall contribution of tourism to the Gross Domestic product of Uganda is over 4.7%. Revenue collected from the sale of gorilla, chimpanzee permits, park entrance fees and other activities done in different parks was 1.4 trillion shillings in the year 2023. Tourism is one of the main sources of income to the government and the people of Uganda.
How much is a gorilla permit in Uganda 2024?
Effective 1st July 2024, each gorilla permit in Uganda costs $800. This cost is valid till 30th June 2026. All bookings are done through Uganda Wildlife Authority or any licensed tour operators such as Superfine Safaris Limited.
How much does it cost to visit Gorillas?
The cost of seeing gorillas vary depending on which country you want to visit. In Uganda, the cost of seeing mountain gorillas is $800 for foreign nonresidents, $700 for foreign residents and UGX 300,000 for East African residents. In Rwanda, the cost of seeing gorillas in Volcanoes National park is $1500 paid by all travelers regardless of the nationality. Seeing gorillas in Congo costs $450 and it’s the cheapest gorilla destination for budget travelers. In all the destinations gorilla trekking is valid for an hour counted from the time travelers meet the allocated gorilla family.
How do I book gorilla trekking in Uganda?
You can book for your Uganda gorilla trekking safari with Superfine Safaris, the reliable travel company in Uganda. We are fully licensed members of AUTO (Association of Uganda Tour Operators) specializing in gorilla tour packages in Uganda. Alternatively, you can sue any other travel company after doing thorough research about it and its operations
What is the cheapest way to see gorillas?
Choosing to visit gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo is one way of cheapest ways of seeing gorillas. A gorilla permit in Virunga National park and Kahuzi Biega National park costs $450 which is very cheap compared to Uganda at $800 and Rwanda at $1500. Also, traveling in low season/wet season is another cheap way of seeing gorillas. Low season normally call for discounted offers from service providers. Traveling in a group also reduces the general cost of seeing gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda and Congo. When you travel in a group, the costs such as transport and accommodation are shared among group members.
Where to see gorillas in Uganda?
Uganda gorilla safaris take place in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks both located in south western Uganda. Bwindi is home to half of the world’s total gorilla population counting to over 500 mountain gorillas which have been habituated into 21 families. The other gorillas in Uganda live in Mgahinga Gorilla National park and its only Nyakagyezi gorilla family inhabited there.
Which country us best for gorilla trekking
The conclusion on which country is best for gorilla trekking depend on the choice of the traveler. Each gorilla destination is unique in its own kind offering the exceptional gorilla trekking experience. Uganda shelters the highest population of gorillas scattered in four gorillas regions which make up Bwindi Forest Park. The gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest is there wider than in other countries. A traveler has a right to choose which gorilla sector he or she wants to trek from. Rwanda on the other hand is the most accessible gorilla destination. The drive time from Kigali to Volcanoes is roughly 3 hours making it the best place for short time travelers. Hiking through the bamboo forests of Volcanoes Park is also not as strenuous as hiking in Bwindi Forest. Also since 2017, Rwanda transformed into a luxury gorilla destination following a double hike of the gorilla permit from $750 to $1500. Congo offers the cheapest gorilla safaris at $450 and hence the best place for low budget travelers.
How much does it cost to see gorillas in Congo?
Gorilla trekking permit in Congo costs $450 in both Virunga National park and Kahuzi Biega National parks. Superfine Safaris Limited help you book and reserve your Congo Gorilla permits
Popular Gorilla Tour packages
Some people also ask about the popular or most done gorilla tour packages. Tourism statistics indicate that these packages have driven more traffic and are a focus for most travelers coming for gorilla safaris in Africa. These include
3 Days Uganda gorilla tour to Bwindi Forest
5 Days Uganda gorillas & chimpanzee safari
4 Days Rwanda gorillas & Dian Fossey Hike
Conclusively, you ought to be updated about new gorilla and general tourism prices in Uganda to ensure a peaceful Uganda gorilla safari.
