Primate Safaris in Uganda

Primate Safaris in Uganda : During a primate safari in Uganda, you will have the opportunity to see a number of different primate species, and you will do a number of activities in the different national parks in Uganda that will make your safari experience in Uganda very memorable.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda is part of the memorable primate safaris you can enjoy in Uganda.

As part of your gorilla safari in Uganda, you will participate in gorilla trekking within the Bwindi impenetrable national park. Here, you will be able to explore habituated gorilla families at four different sectors of the park, which are: Nkuringo, Rushaga, Buhoma, and Ruhija.

A visit to Bwindi impenetrable national park will also give you the opportunity to participate in gorilla habituation in Uganda which will give you access to some of the gorilla families that are currently undergoing habituation that involves the training of the gorillas so that they are accustomed to human presence in the park.

The chimpanzee trek in Uganda can also take you to some of the endangered chimpanzees in Uganda, which is an activity that can be carried out in a number of Uganda national parks. The chimpanzee trek in Budongo forest is an example of one such activity. There is also the possibility of engaging in chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park, which will allow you to observe how the primates behave in their natural environment, which is already accustomed to human presence in the wild.

During your primate safaris in Uganda, you can also take part in chimpanzee habituation as part of your safari. This involves training the playful primates so they become accustomed to human presence as part of your safari. In addition to taking pictures of the species, you will be able to observe their genuine reactions as they adjust to human presence, which will make the activity quite rewarding for you.

Bwindi Gorillas

Additionally, you can participate in golden monkey trekking in Uganda, which can lead you to Mgahinga National Park, where you will be able to explore the Virunga mountains in Uganda such as Mount Gahinga, Mount Muhabura and Mount Sabyinyo, where you will be able to observe habituated golden monkeys in Uganda in bamboo trees along the Virunga mountains in Rwanda in the bamboo trees.

There are a number of different activities that can be undertaken while on a primate safari in Uganda, however, you are required to obtain a permit from either a trusted tour operator or the Uganda wildlife authority.

For travelers interested in gorilla trekking in Uganda a gorilla trekking permit can be obtained at a price of700USD making it cheaper than gorilla trekking in Rwanda where a gorilla trekking permit in Rwanda can be obtained at a price of 1500USD. For golden monkey trekking permit in Uganda can be obtained at a price of 100USD and for chimpanzee trekking in Kibale national park 250USD and in chimpanzee trekking permit in Queen Elizabeth national park 50USD and for chimpanzee trekking in Queen Elizabeth national park in the Kyambura gorge.

Upon purchase of all permits, you will be provided with a knowledgeable guide who will give you all the relevant information of the species in the wild, as well as a ranger who will provide protection during the activities to keep you safe from vicious wildlife attacks.

Packing list for the primate safaris in Uganda

• In order to have an amazing experience in the wild, you should carry a camera, which will help you capture the beautiful moments of the species of primate that you encounter in the wild, as well as ensuring that you have a great time in the wild.
• Having the perfect hiking shoes is also a very important aspect of your hiking experience
• In addition, you may want to consider packing an insect repellent because the national parks are a haven for many disease spreading insects in the wild that can cause irritation by their bites, which can turn your experience into an unpleasant one.
• Packing waterproof jackets and hats can also help you ensure that you will be able to enjoy the activity in spite of the fact that there are short periods when it rains in the parks
• Additionally, you should pack some food for the activity because it is quite hectic and requires quite a bit of time to participate.