Gorilla Trekking In April – It is low season in both Uganda & Rwanda – Enjoy Great discounts on accommodation, gorilla permits are easier to book, and you will travel without crowds. Read On to learn more about Gorilla trekking In April.
Both Uganda and Rwanda experience heavy rains in the month of April. Gorilla Trekking in April can be an interestingly challenging experience with both advantages and disadvantages worth taking time to understand before to planning and booking your Gorilla Safari in April.
Below we will discuss the advantages aaaand disadvantages of Gorilla trekking In April.
The Advantages of Gorilla Trekking In April
- In April, lodges and hotels do offer their clients discounts on accommodation. This is the best time to stay at an upmarket lodge for almost half the peak season price.
- While Mountain Gorilla Permits are very competitive to book for both Gorilla Trekking In Rwanda & Uganda, Booking Gorilla permits in April is less taxing – the permits often outnumber the number of travelers. You have up to almost 100% permit guarantee in April.
- For the discerning travelers that prefer to travel when there are no crowds, Gorilla Trekking In April might just be your best buy. There are fewer persons traveling in April.
The Disadvantages of Gorilla Trekking In April.
- With the heavy rains getting to Bwindi and Mgahinga maybe a challenge – However, we recommend using a 4×4,a nd also take a local driver-guide. As for Rwanda, almost all roads leading to Volcanoes National Park (home to the gorillas) are paved.
- The forest trails for both Rwanda & Uganda will be a lot more challenging to trek – they will be wet and Slippery. We recommend bringing a good pair of sturdy hiking waterproof boots that stretch slightly above your ankles (to protect you from spraining your legs). Read our article: Practical things to bring on your Gorilla trekking Safari
BESIDES GORILLA TREKKING IN APRIL, WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
In Uganda:
Though tough (because of the rains), Gorilla Trekking In April can be combined with a visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park– including a visit to the southern Ishasha sector to see the tree-climbing lions.
In Rwanda:
Not any easier than trekking In Uganda, Rwanda Gorilla Trekking In April can be combined with the drier; Akagera and Nyungwe Forest National Parks. In Nyungwe Forest, you could do chimpanzee Tracking and the canopy walk. And as for Akagera, April is a good time to indulge in game drives.
READ & COMPARE – GORILLA TREKKING IN APRIL WITH TREKS IN OTHER MONTHS OF THE YEAR
UGANDA SAFARIS IN APRIL – SAMPLE ITINERARIES TO INSPIRE YOU
Our 3 Days Uganda gorilla safari can start in either Kigali (Rwanda) or Entebbe(Uganda). You will visit Bwindi Forest NP – home to over 500 Mountain gorillas for gorilla trekking which is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tour can be arranged for Solo travellers, couples & small groups. Age limit is 15+ years.
