Private Gorilla Trekking for Couples
Are you looking for the best private gorilla trekking deals for couples? Embarking on a private gorilla trek is a perfect way to turn your travel imagination into reality, especially for couples seeking romantic adventures deep in the jungle. Book a tailor-made private gorilla trekking tour for couples and start your journey to enjoy a personalized encounter with a group of mountain gorillas in the misty jungle of Uganda and Rwanda. Experience a sense of exclusivity in some of the finest intimate lodges before or after your ultimate immersion into the breathtaking landscapes to encounter the Great Apes.
The Ultimate Guide to Private Gorilla Trekking for Couples
Private gorilla trekking tours are designed to allow primate enthusiasts to enjoy complete immersion in the jungle, with personalised services from ranger guides, trackers, and porters. The travel plans are crafted with flexibility, thus allowing you to maximize your primate adventure.
Best Places to Visit for Private Gorilla Trekking Tours
Whether you are interested in private gorilla trekking safaris as a couple or group safaris with colleagues, the best places to guarantee encounters with gorillas include Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo. These East-Central African destinations offer refuge to the world’s 1,063 mountain gorillas, with approximately half residing in Uganda alone. Embarking on private Uganda gorilla safaris allows you to explore gorillas in either Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga National Park.
Up to 5 sectors are available for you to begin your private gorilla trekking tours in Uganda: Rushaga, Buhoma, Ruhija, Nkuringo, and Ntebeko. Couples on a gorilla trekking tour can start their romantic adventure from any of the 25 habituated gorilla groups in Uganda, including;
List of gorilla groups in the Buhoma region
Kanywanyi, Muyambi gorilla group, Habinyanja, Rushegura group, Mubare gorilla family, Katwe, and Binyindo gorilla group. The Ruhija sector in the East is home to gorilla groups such as Mukiza, Oruzogo, Bitukura, and Kyaguriro. The highest profusion of habituated groups lives in the Rushaga region, including the Rwigi group, Kahungye, Nshongi family, Bweza, Mishaya, Mucunguzi group, and Bikingi.
The Nkuringo gorilla families
The Nkuringo, Posho, Christmas, and Bushaho groups. Mgahinga, on the other hand, offers more exclusive gorilla treks and has only one gorilla group (the Nyakagezi group) with a capacity of 8 guests.
Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park
Private gorilla safaris in Rwanda are ideally enjoyed in Volcanoes National Park. Located in Northwestern Province, Volcanoes features on the list of the oldest Parks in Africa, having been created in 1925.
Currently, Volcanoes National Park covers 160 sq. km, making it also one of the smallest Parks but endowed with about 13 habituated gorilla families. Guided gorilla treks in Volcanoes National Park begin in Kinigi, and the gorilla groups available for visit include the Amahoro group, Susa A, Sabyinyo, Kwitonda, Agashya gorilla family, Bwenge, Ugenda, and more.
Getting to Volcanoes National Park for a private gorilla trekking tour is possible by road. Couples can reach this Park in 2-3 hours, and a 4×4 safari vehicle is most recommended. The Park is more easily accessible from the heart of Kigali and also from the Ugandan side. From Uganda, visitors cross via the Katuna/Chanika border and head towards the Northern Province.
Gorilla trekking safari slots can also be booked for Congo. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, expect to visit the Eastern lowland gorillas and mountain gorillas.
How much is a private gorilla permit in Uganda, Rwanda, & Congo
When planning a private gorilla trekking safari as a couple, the permit cost should be considered. The cost of a standard Uganda gorilla permit is USD 800 per person. USD 700 for all residents. East African citizens can obtain a license in Uganda for UGX 300,000 per visitor.
Rwanda gorilla permits for non-residents cost USD 1500 per person, USD 500 per person for foreign residents, and USD 200 per person for Rwandans/East African citizens. Regardless of the visitor class, booking a gorilla permit for Rwanda or Uganda is easier through a trusted tour operator.
When to book private gorilla trekking for couples –choose the ideal time.
Private gorilla trekking tours can be arranged year-round. However, the peak dry months are the best for you to experience the romantic gorilla trekking holiday in Uganda/Rwanda. Each year, the gorilla parks experience two useful dry seasons, with the extended season often running from June through September. The shorter, drier months still offer ideal weather for a private gorilla adventure in December, January, and February.
Most destinations become more appealing during the peak wet or rainy season. The notable wet or rainy months occur from March to May and October to November. The disadvantage of visiting gorillas during the peak wet months is that you have a higher chance of being interfered with by the heavy rainfall.
How to plan for private gorilla trekking
Explore the excellent tips to help you secure a slot for a private gorilla safari in Uganda or Rwanda. The top tip is to book your gorilla permits in advance. This is the perfect way to plan and embark on an unforgettable private gorilla trekking experience for couples.
Packing the right gear, especially cameras with no flashlight, a raincoat, lightweight and waterproof hiking boots, insect repellents, gardening gloves, a sweater, long-sleeved shirts, a waterproof daypack, a safari hat, sunscreen, first aid, energy snacks, an extra camera battery, a water bottle, gaiters, passports, & more.
Why Uganda and Rwanda are ideal for Private Gorilla Trekking for Couples
Rwanda and Uganda promise captivating natural beauty and abundant wildlife. They have long been unmatched destinations for unforgettable gorilla trekking adventures, enjoyed by individuals, couples, and families. Here is what sets Uganda and Rwanda apart when it comes to romantic gorilla trekking tours.
Excellent for you to experience intimate luxury lodges and camps
Luxurious gorilla safari lodges and camps exist across the lush rainforest-dominated destination where gorilla trekking takes place. Imagine yourself in the heart of a natural forest! Only to be surrounded by lush naturalness and the melodious sounds of nature. It should be a must for you to share great moments as a couple in the African jungle. Top lodges and camps that guarantee you a memorable stay on a gorilla tour in Uganda include Bwindi Lodge, Gorilla Heights, Gorilla Leisure Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, Mount Gahinga Lodge, Trackers Safari Lodge, Bweza Gorilla Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, and Mahogany Springs Lodge.
Best places to experience a romantic stay before/after up close with the Rwanda gorillas include Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel, Singita Kwitonda Lodge, Bisate Lodge, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, and One & Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge.
Privacy & Exclusivity guaranteed.
Forget crowded destinations. Uganda and Rwanda offer an incredible sense of exclusivity and privacy. This is a desire for any couple seeking an actual intimate getaway. There is a myriad of exclusive lodges dotted around your favourite gorilla trekking destinations. Embarking on private gorilla trekking as a couple is an excellent opportunity to escape bustling city life.
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and free-roaming wildlife.
Private gorilla trekking safaris reward beyond magical mountain gorilla encounters. Uganda and Rwanda have much more to appreciate, including tranquil lakes, other primates, and other wildlife. Or choose to share a glass of wine with your dear one on your private balcony/watch the beautiful sunrise in the lush green and misty rainforest.
Securing your once-in-a-lifetime adventure with an expert
It is essential to book your private gorilla trekking as a couple with an expert who has been tested and tried. Contact Native Africa Tours to secure budget-friendly private gorilla trekking for a couple in Uganda or Rwanda. We are a dedicated team that handles all the logistics required for a complete gorilla safari.
