Self-drive Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda
Self-drive Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda are the different costs for the transportation to and from the places where gorilla trekking is done around the country. The transportation options for gorilla trekking in Uganda vary depending on the type of safari that a client wishes to engage in. Some clients prefer to rent a car for their gorilla trekking adventures.![gorillas in Mgahinga National Park](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Mgahinga-Gorilla-National-Park-2.jpg)
Gorilla trekking in Uganda
Gorilla trekking destinations in Uganda include Bwindi national park in Uganda and also Mgahinga national park. The forms of transport which can be used to access these parks include driving and flight. By flight the airstrips used to access Bwindi national park during gorilla trekking include Kisoro airstrip and Kihihi airstrip. While the flights to the parks don’t take long, the drive time to Bwindi national park is about 8 to 9 hours and getting to Mgahinga national park by road takes about 10 hours. Considering the long drive time to Bwindi and Mgahinga national park, there is a lot to think about during the car hire for gorilla trekking in Uganda. Renting a car can provide flexibility and convenience, allowing you to explore Uganda. Some tourists opt to take part in self-drive safaris during their gorilla trekking tours in Uganda. This form of safari however may also require assistance from a licensed tour operator like Jewel safaris to get gorilla permits for the client. However, the cars can be rented at a fair price depending on the car service provider of choice. It is also important to have your valid driver’s licence during the self-drive gorilla trekking experience in Uganda.What to consider for car hire in Uganda
There are some factors to consider when choosing the car for hire to engage in during gorilla trekking in Uganda and they include the following;- Renting 4×4 safari vehicles
- Booking with a reputable tour company
- Number of people
- Safety and comfort
Best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda
The best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda is during the dry season, from June to September. However this activity can be carried out even during the rainy season. Various factors influence the time for gorilla trekking in Uganda and they include weather conditions, terrain conditions, and location of the gorilla group among others. Gorilla trekking is a popular tourist activity in Uganda that involves hiking through dense forests to see endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. The form of vegetation in Bwindi forest can be difficult to track the gorillas especially when the rains set in. However the vegetation is thinner in the dry season making the search for the gorillas easier as compared to when it rains. Depending on where the gorillas are located in the forest, gorilla trekking in Uganda can be difficult or easy. However the terrain in Bwindi or Mgahinga can be difficult to navigate during the search for gorillas especially when it rains.Process of car renting for gorilla trekking in Uganda
There are different steps to follow during the process of car renting for self-drives on gorilla trekking experiences in Uganda and they are as follows;- Search for car hire companies
- Select car hire companies
- Choose company within budget
- Book the vehicle