How can one book a gorilla trek at last minute? Is it possible?

It is possible that one can book last minute gorilla trekking permit in Uganda although the whole process can be quite stressful during the peak seasons of the year. Given the abundance of mountain gorillas in both of the gorilla tracking destinations especially Bwindi with almost half of the remaining mountain gorillas in the wild, over 150 gorilla trekking permits are being issued per day. This in turn provides a broad availability of gorilla trekking permits that even those at the last minute can be able to acquire a gorilla ticket and engage in this thrilling extraordinary tourism activity.

Last minute gorilla trekking permits in Bwindi and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park can therefore be booked through trusted tour operators like Standard Safaris. The most convenient way to book the last minute gorilla trekking permit though remains through a trusted tour operator. A trusted tour operator will book the ticket on the visitors’ behalf. All the guests need to share their traveling documents, date, month year, and the gorilla trekking destination of their choice. The trusted tour operators will then go ahead and check the availability of the gorilla trekking tickets with the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). If gorilla trekking permits are available, the trusted tour operators shall purchase them on behalf of the guests after they have paid a certain amount as a deposit. Scanned copies including the receipts can then be shared with the guest as confirmation.

There are quite many advantages as to why booking the last minute gorilla trekking permit through a trusted tour operator is better. These include further preparations to get you started with the whole gorilla trekking process. Trusted tour operators will not only ensure that you acquire the gorilla trekking permit but also will go ahead to organize your entire gorilla trekking journey. Accommodation facilities can also be booked by a trusted tour operator on the guest’s behalf, transportation to gorilla destinations, and other demands. In most cases, trusted tour operators even recommend other tourism destinations and other exciting tourism activities that visitors can engage in.

How much does it cost for last minute gorilla trekking ticket?

In both of the most vibrant gorilla trekking destinations in Uganda such as Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks, last minute gorilla trekking permit goes USD about 800 per head for foreign non-residents. USD 700 per head for foreign residents and UGX 300,000 for all East African citizens. These charges include the park entrance fees and government taxes. Therefore, visitors can also hire porters of their own for assistance at a separate fee.

Best advice for booking last minute gorilla trekking permit

It’s worth emphasizing that gorilla trekking permits are legal documents. These are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) as a passage for tourists to engage in gorilla trekking activities. Only visitors above 15 years of age are eligible to hold this document and also engage in thrilling tourism activity. This document therefore allows visitors to visit two of the most outstanding gorilla trekking destinations of Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks. Here, visitors shall have the most remarkable moment with the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitats. All these popular gorilla tracking destinations are situated in the southwestern part of Uganda making their accessibility much easier.

Therefore, booking the last minute gorilla trekking permit in Uganda is possible but also somehow challenging. Visitors are therefore advised to consider time as the priority while booking the last minute gorilla trekking permit.

There are also several essential tools that visitors are advised to pack while planning to go for gorilla tracking activities in Uganda. Therefore, it is very essential for the smooth running of this thrilling tourism activity. Some of these items include drinking water since the tracking process involves hiking and long walks, hiking shoes for easy hiking, rain jackets, warm sweaters as a result of cold temperatures on the higher slopes of the volcanoes, insect repellents, long-sleeved shirts, and gloves to avoid injuries. Face masks to avoid easy transmission of diseases from human beings to primate species are also a must-carry.

Sándor Jakubinyi

14:31 22 Feb 24

2019 megigazulás

12:45 21 Feb 24

We went on a two-week trip with my family, organised by Coleb from Standard Safaris.

I had my concerns about organised trips, but this one didn’t justify any of those. Everything went very smoothly, even when some problems arose with one of the cars it got fixed by next morning, the accomodations were clean and comfortable, the programs were exciting and well-balanced - everything was done to a truly high standard.

If you plan to visit Uganda and are looking for a guide, I warmly recommend Coleb and his team. In case you have a choice of drivers, go for Godwin, his presence made this trip even more enjoyable - cheerful, helpful, good sense of humour, generally a great person. Just look for the guy with a big smile and big heart:)

Bert Simoens

09:38 08 Jan 24

We recently embarked on a safari adventure with Standard Safaris in Uganda, which was truly exceptional. Our guide, Yonah, was outstanding - his kindness, knowledge, and discretion significantly enhanced our experience. He was the heart of our trip.

The local company's planning was offering a tailor-made journey that matched our interests. We saw an array of wildlife in Murchison, enjoyed rafting at Jinja, and experienced mountain biking at Sipi. A visit to Kidepo National Park was a highlight and comes highly recommended.

The vehicle provided was comfortable and reliable. We highly recommend Standard Safaris for anyone seeking an unforgettable safari in Uganda. Their professionalism and the exceptional guidance of staff like Yonah make them an great choice.

Michał Kostrzewa

00:41 15 Nov 23

We are all extremely grateful Standard Safaris for an incredible East Africa experience. I recently booked a custom trip for group of 8 people, including an 8-year-old boy, from Kampala through Queen Elizabeth National Park and on to Rwanda and Burundi. Coleb delivered on everything that was discussed and agreed upon beforehand.

The car provided was in great condition and our driver Meddy went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and had the best possible time. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. All local services were inlcuded in (reasonable) price that we agreed, so there was no need to worry about payments during the 6 day trip. Also Standard Safaris agreed took care about safety and security by helping us organize armed ranger while in the park.

The whole trip was hassle-free and smooth. We saw amazing wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP, took in the sights of Rwanda and Burundi, and made lifelong memories.

I would happily book with Standard Safaris again in a heartbeat and recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for the best East Africa trip. They provide top-notch service while ensuring you have an incredible, customized experience. If you want a hassle-free, flawlessly organized African adventure, Standard Safaris is the tour operator to book with.

Ivan Nammanda

18:31 27 Oct 23

Very organized travel operator who chose awesome guide to make our trip wonderful.

We booked a nine days trip with Standard Safaris and all was perfect from start to finish. Coleb was very prompt at replying and easy to liaise with ahead of the trip. We had done a lot of research and had an itinerary in mind and Coleb helped us to put everything together to make this happen for a very reasonable price.  On the trip we had a private vehicle for the whole tour which was exactly what we wanted. Bryan was our driver and an amazing guide - really friendly and knowledgable, working hard to find the things that we wanted to see and quickly understanding what was of interest to us/how much information to give.

Would highly recommend a trip to Uganda with Standard Safaris. We are definitely coming back soon!

MUGAIGA KENNETH

18:01 27 Oct 23

The company has very courteous tour guides with wide knowledge of fauna and frola in the whole of East Africa.
The choice of safari Lodges is good with first class treatment.
Game drive security is assured.
Almost The whole of September I was traversing through DRC, Uganda,and Rwanda on a gorilla tour and wildlife expedition.
Everything was arranged and booked perfectly by Standard Safaris.
The owner, Coleb was always helpful whenever we needed to ask questions about this gorilla safari in Uganda and beyond.
It was a complex expedition but Standard safaris and Coleb made it look amazingly easy.
I’ll recommend Standard safaris 200%, for all gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda and wildlife tours in east africa.

travel uganda

16:35 27 Oct 23

This is so far the best gorilla trekking company in Uganda, and africa, by far. I had a wonderful time with Standard Safaris as a solo traveler.
My guide was excellent and our safari planner, Coleb was quick with responses and the prices were very friendly.
I’ll definitely book with Standard safaris on my next gorilla tour in Rwanda and Uganda.

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