When is the Best time to Trek Gorillas? In this brief article, we will provide practical advice on when to go gorilla trekking and also give you an insight into what to expect when you go at a particular time of the year.
Knowing the best time to trek Gorillas is key when Planning a successful Gorilla trekking Holiday. Our suggestions for when we think Is the best time to trek Gorillas revolve around the ability to combine Gorilla trekking with yet another adventure experience in East Africa (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania & Uganda).
January and February are usually fairly dry, with both Rwanda & Uganda – all experiencing good conditions for Gorilla Trekking at a time of year often thought of as low season.
March, April, and May form the rainy season in these countries, There are very few people trekking Gorillas at this time of the year, making idle for travelers seeking to travel without crowds. Tour companies will Offer discounted Gorilla Safaris around this time of the year.
Related: Reasons to go gorilla trekking in March,April & May 2022 -2023
June, July & August are the best time to go gorilla trekking especially if you’re planning to combine travels in Tanzania thanks to the wildebeest migration taking place over the plains of the Serengeti. We recommend In-advance Bookings as booking hotels & Permits is very competitive; Hotels & permits can sell out as much as a year in advance.
September and October are the best time to combine Gorilla trekking with Mountain Climbing. This is the best time to trek Gorillas if you’re planning to see gorillas and also climb Mount Kilimanjaro, across the border in Tanzania.
November is another rainy & soggy month – but again, for travelers seeking great discounts on accommodation, and or experience without crowds – this is the perfect time to visit.
Related: Why gorilla trekking in the low season is worth considering
By mid-December, it’s eased off to light showers and if you’re looking for an alternative Christmas holiday, you might consider Gorilla trekking this December.
