Budget Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Uganda & Rwanda

The best budget gorilla trekking tours take place in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, and Virunga National Park in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, respectively.

Rwanda, on the other hand, has the most expensive permits and is not typically an option for budget gorilla safaris. However, it is also possible to enjoy budget gorilla tours in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park (gorilla permits at USD 1500 each).

What you should know is that the species of gorillas in these parks are the same. Rwanda has an advantage because its gorilla national park is just 2 hours away from the airport, unlike Uganda and DR Congo.

If you prefer not to travel long distances between destinations, Rwanda and Congo might be ideal options for you. If distance is not a concern, Uganda will provide you with the best budget gorilla trekking experience.

Over the years, our agency has implemented several cost-reduction measures while maintaining the same high quality of trips. So how have we been able to make our gorilla trekking safaris as affordable as possible while maintaining a good level of comfort?

This is where we talk about all our price-reduction measures. However, before we go into detail, there are a few points that we want to bring forward.

Our promise to offer you a very affordable safari doesn’t necessarily mean we are offering the cheapest price on the internet. We cannot compromise quality for profitable gains. We shall still offer the best comfort possible at the best price we have to offer.

This means sometimes our price might be a little higher than your previous comparisons, which shouldn’t make you think our package is pricier but rather take time to look through the accommodation and services offered to make a clear comparison.

We believe so much in offering quality and top comfort. Whenever you undertake an activity, you always return to your lodge at the end of the day; hence, the kind of room you return to when fatigued matters a lot.

It even counts more if you have activities like mountain gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking. Regardless of the activity you have for the day, there is always some level of fatigue expected, and comfort is a great necessity.

We shall make your safari very affordable and maintain the highest level of comfort.

Besides the expectations and our beliefs, here are a few cost-reduction measures that we have in place that give tourists the best bargain on tour packages.

Budget Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

Uganda is definitely the best destination for budget gorilla trekking safaris in Africa.

Uganda is renowned for its security and offers gorilla permits priced at USD 800, which is approximately USD 700 cheaper than Rwanda’s gorilla permits.

In fact, Uganda is often hailed as the ultimate gorilla trekking destination in the world, regardless of your preferred travel level.

Uganda boasts four trekking sectors within Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and provides an alternative gorilla trekking destination in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

Notably, Uganda is home to the highest population of mountain gorillas globally. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, in particular, hosts over half of the remaining mountain gorilla population, with the Rushaga sector having the largest number of gorilla families and groups.

In addition to the affordability of gorilla permits, Uganda offers a variety of accommodation facilities, including excellent budget-friendly options.

You can easily find comfortable lodging at highly discounted rates in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

Budget Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda

Rwanda may not be the most suitable choice for budget gorilla trekking due to its relatively high permit cost of USD 1500 each, which exceeds the standard price for an entire 3-day gorilla trekking safari in Uganda or DR Congo.

Furthermore, accommodation options in Rwanda tend to be quite expensive, making it challenging to achieve a typical budget gorilla safari experience in the country.

As a result, a typical budget gorilla safari in Rwanda is likely to come with a higher price tag.

However, it’s worth noting that Rwanda is still considered the second-best gorilla trekking destination globally, following Uganda.

Rwanda’s gorilla population resides in Volcanoes National Park in Musanze, which is conveniently located just two hours away from Kigali City, the primary entry point for tourists visiting Rwanda.

This proximity to the gorilla park is a significant advantage for travelers who have limited time to spare during their safari.

In fact, it enables shorter gorilla treks in Rwanda that may last for just a day, depending on your arrival and departure times.

Budget Gorilla Trekking in Congo

DR Congo offers the most affordable gorilla trekking permits and provides two types of gorilla trekking experiences: mountain gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park and lowland gorilla trekking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park.

Gorilla permits in Congo are priced at USD 400 each during the high season months and USD 200 each during the low season months.

For those interested in visiting DR Congo to see gorillas, it is more convenient to arrive and depart from Rwanda.

Mountain gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park is relatively straightforward to organize when compared to lowland gorilla trekking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park.

Virunga is much closer to Kigali than Kahuzi-Biega National Park.

Feel free to reach out to us today to plan your comfortable budget gorilla trekking safaris.

How we Save Costs on your Budget Gorilla Tour

In sales, there’s always an opportunity to bargain more if your volume of sales is high.

This is what we have worked tirelessly to achieve: offering more reservations in exchange for favorable accommodation rates for our clients.

We work diligently to secure better rates, which, in turn, make your safari more affordable.

By booking our safaris, you enable us to negotiate even better rates and extend these benefits to your future recommendations.

With this kind of arrangement in place, we can secure excellent accommodation facilities and services at significantly reduced prices.

To maintain such relationships, we are expected to generate a certain number of bookings within a specific time frame.

Best Time to Trek Gorillas on a Budget Cost

Every destination experiences different travel seasons. There are always months when you can get more for less.

In Africa, traveling during March, April, May, October, and November often offers excellent prices and discounts.

In countries like Rwanda, you can take advantage of low-season gorilla permit discounts.

Traveling during the low season and visiting all of Rwanda’s National Parks will grant you a significant USD 400 discount on gorilla permits.

In DR Congo, you can save USD 200 on gorilla permits during the low season months.

Please note that the climate in East Africa is fairly consistent, and the low season months apply to all East African countries, including eastern DR Congo.

Choosing Budget Gorilla Safari Lodges in Uganda & Rwanda

From time to time, we collaborate with our service providers to create unbeatable deals.

For instance, traveling in a group of 8 people or more entitles you to a complimentary gorilla trekking permit for Uganda (valued at USD 800). Booking a trip for more than ten persons grants you a free Rwanda gorilla permit valued at USD 1500.

Reserving a safari lasting more than 13 days results in a complimentary gorilla permit in Uganda, while booking a trip lasting more than 20 days earns you 2 free gorilla permits in Uganda.

Additionally, we consistently offer discounts based on the scope of your booking. Our aim is to provide you with the best value for services and facilities. Always keep an eye out for our safari deals.

Feel free to contact us for more information about our current deals and ongoing promotions.

Join Groups to Save even More on Transportation Costs

Joining a group entails sharing transportation, accommodation, and activities when feasible. Sharing helps minimize the cost for each traveler.

Participating in a group safari is among the most effective methods to enjoy a budget-friendly safari while still ensuring a high level of comfort.

We regularly organize scheduled trips for specific months. Some of our trips depart every weekend, regardless of the number of travelers who have confirmed.

Additionally, we offer the opportunity to explore East Africa in a group at highly favorable rates.

We Provide the Best Budget Gorilla Safari Offers

As mentioned previously, we have numerous outstanding offers available.

Contact us to discover the deals and promotions that are currently available.

For example, traveling in a group of 8 people or more entitles you to a complimentary gorilla trekking permit for Uganda (valued at USD 800).

Booking a trip for more than ten persons grants you a free Rwanda gorilla trekking permit valued at USD 1500.

Reserving a safari lasting more than 13 days results in a complimentary gorilla permit in Uganda, while booking a trip lasting more than 20 days earns you 2 free gorilla permits in Uganda.

Furthermore, we consistently provide discounts based on the scope of your booking. Our objective is to offer you the best value for services and facilities.

Despite the Small Profits we Make, We still give back!

Our agency allocates a portion of our safari profits to support single mothers in local tourism communities and environmental conservation.

The single mothers we support are actively involved in tree planting initiatives and continue to encourage more people to participate.

We also provide numerous volunteering opportunities for clients who may be interested.

Our volunteering programs range from 1 week to 6 months, depending on your preferred duration. In some instances, we do not add any markup to our trips.

Instead, we include a small fee for our charitable cause and offer the safari to support this initiative.

Please contact our team to inquire about the availability of such offers.