What is Gorilla Habituation Experience?

Gorilla habituation is the process of gently introducing wild Mountain Gorillas to the sight and presence of humans for research, conservation and Tourism purposes. Visitors are now able to take part in this process via gorilla habituation experience. Which lasts for 2-3 years before a Gorilla family is opened for tourism.

Whether there are clients or not, rangers, conservationists, researchers, and gorilla doctors must visit a Gorilla family undergoing habituation for 3 years. Travelers are reminded to be extra careful to ensure safety in the presence of wild Gorillas. Also, tourists must follow all trekking rules and regulations like keeping a seven-meter distance, keeping calm, and staying within their groups are all highly emphasized.

Where to go for a Gorilla habituation experience in Uganda?

Gorilla habituation experience only takes place in the southern sector of the Bwindi forest in the Rushaga region it’s the only sector where Gorilla habituation takes place and so you must travel there.

How much does a Gorilla habituation experience permit?

Gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi impenetrable national park is a 4-hour experience which will cost you USD 1500 per person per permit compared to the USD 700 for normal gorilla Trekking a minimum of 4 permits are available and chimpanzee habituation experience is also a 4-hour experience which costs USD 250 per permit per person compared to the USD 200 for normal tracking for 1 hour.

When is the best time to go for the Gorilla Habituation Experience?

Gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi impenetrable national park can be done all year round though the best time is during the dry season in June, July, August, September, December, January and February

Where to stay during the Gorilla habituation experience?

There are several places to stay in the Rushaga sector of Bwindi impenetrable national park and some of the places to stay include

• Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge
• Four Gorillas Lodge.
•  Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge.