Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda is all year round. Therefore, all year round is best for Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda. In Both countries, you are in montane rain forests – that applies to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Mgahinga Gorilla Park in Uganda and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.
Even when you think it is dry season, you can have the night or morning rains – that is why we tell our clients to bring a rain-jacket or poncho and water-proof boots.
Some people want to know when Gorilla permits are discounted – it is April -May and November – during Uganda’s rainy season. It is only in April, May and November when Uganda Wildlife Authority sell permits at US$ 450 from US$ 600 but the cost of Rwanda Gorilla permits remain the same.
The Peak Seasons for Gorilla Tracking in Uganda and Rwanda are June-July-August and September and then December-January-February, however affordable gorilla tracking, the Best time for Gorilla Trekking just might be in April, May, November due to the discounted promotional permits in Uganda.
The rainy season in Uganda and Rwanda makes Gorilla trekking much easier because, gorillas move to lower elevation since there is plenty food to be found during the rainy season and Gorilla Treks have a tendency to be shorter in regards to time spent tracking them.
The fact that, Gorillas trekking is conducted in forested and mountainous areas, it is advisable to move with rainy jackets, Boots are of necessity and waterproof ones at that. You will see that many of those guiding you on your Gorilla Trek in both Uganda and Rwanda will be wearing rubber-boots -many clients prefer water-proof hiking boots – water-proof day-pack – long trousers, long-sleeved shirt – rain-jacket or poncho. The long-sleeved shirt and long trousers also protect against nettles and not only rain. Be sure that your camera is well protected from the elements.
If you are weak, please hire a porter to help you carry you’re lugged – they are ever available in Uganda and Rwanda. Be sure to have a walking stick which is readily available in both Uganda and or Rwanda.
In Uganda and Rwanda, the low season comes with another benefit during the rainy seasons in both Uganda and Rwanda are the off-season rates of some lodges – especially up-market ones.