Can I combine gorilla trekking with other activities in Uganda? (Quick Answer, Yes)

Can I combine gorilla trekking with other activities in Uganda? Mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda is a unique safari experience that should be on top of your bucket list when traveling to the pearl of Africa. The thrilling gorilla trekking safari is always the highlight of the authentic Uganda Safaris. These unforgettable adventures in Uganda involve visiting two of its Gorilla trekking National Parks (Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Mgahinga Gorilla National Park). Inside Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are 20 Habituated mountain gorilla families, more than half of the world’s gorilla population and many other primates. Travelers to Uganda should embark on the mountain gorilla trekking to see the endangered primates in their natural habitat especially for gorilla admirers. Furthermore, the awesome gorilla trekking adventures in Uganda are more exciting when combined with other bucket list Uganda Wildlife Safaris which will grant you the privilege to tour past primates.

Can I combine gorilla trekking with other activities in Uganda? Yes, gorilla trekking in Uganda can be done together with other activities or Uganda Wildlife Safaris. While on the gorilla trekking Tours in Uganda, there is room for exploring numerous attractions within Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and other prominent destinations around the country. This awesome experience introduces travelers to the vibrant birdlife, the Big Five viewing and watching the many mammal species in the national parks all-over the country. Embarking on the combined tours for mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tours and wildlife trips in the different safari destinations in Uganda offers diversified African adventures on a single trip.

Best Activities to combine with gorilla trekking in Uganda

There is a possibility of combining Gorilla Trekking in Uganda other wildlife viewing experiences and safaris. On your visit to Uganda for a gorilla trekking safari holiday, here are other exciting experiences that you can take part in or combine with gorilla trekking;

Batwa Cultural experience (Batwa Trail experience)

The gorilla trekking experience in Uganda can be combined with a visit to the Batwa cultural village. The Batwa Pygmies are a group of people who live across East Africa, specifically in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Batwa were the initial settlers of the territory from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Their unique lifestyle separates them from modernity and it is interesting to engage  in some of the practices of Batwa culture during your Uganda Gorilla Trekking tour.

The Batwa exhibit great hunting skills, rely on root and fruit gathering given their experience in the tropical jungles of Africa.  The way of life of the Batwa rings the bells of pre-colonial times of temporary shelters and the nomadic living styles including food gathering in the thick forests. After their eviction from the gorilla wilderness, they were relocated to nearby community villages were they are trying to adjust to modern living and lifestyle.

The excitement of combining gorilla trekking with Batwa Community Tours in Uganda comes during the exploration of the wide range of beliefs and culture practices unique to the Batwa of Eastern and Central Africa. The Batwa were great dancers, ardent lovers of music, practicing African Traditional Beliefs ( worshipping spirits) and the most notable being hunting where they show their predator expertise. The welcoming nature of the Batwa people allows visitors to blend in, there are dances and lots of entertainment from the local people to make visitors feel at home.

Visiting Lake Bunyonyi

While on your gorilla trekking safari in Uganda, find time to explore the second deepest lake in Africa, home to amazing scenic landscapes and nature. Lake Bunyonyi is the best feature around the countryside of Uganda giving travels the impressions of “Lord of the rings”. This lake attracts many visitors who appreciate its stunning beauty making a must-see attraction during your gorilla trekking trip in Uganda. There many spots for bird viewing during the canoe safari to the numerous islands offering the best sites to see rare birds of Uganda. Canoeing is a standout activity in Lake Bunyonyi offering relaxation after your gorilla hiking experience.

Wildlife Safaris in Uganda – Can I combine gorilla trekking with other activities in Uganda?

Nothing is more rewarding for travelers to Uganda than combining gorilla trekking safaris with wildlife watching. The combining experience is the best way to explore the numerous conservancies of Uganda, including 10 national parks and 12 game reserves under Uganda Wildlife Authority. Uganda hosts the highest number of primates in Africa with Kibale National Park ( the primate capital of the world) having about 13 primate species. Some of the primates common during the combined gorilla trekking and Wildlife viewing safaris in Uganda include; chimpanzees, baboons, black & white colobus monkeys, vervet monkey, Mountain gorillas, to mention. The mammals on Uganda Wildlife Tours range from Big Fives ( lions, elephants, lions, leopards and Rhinos of Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary), Big Cats ( including cheetahs) among others. To witness the immense wildlife of Uganda, you have to combine Bwindi Impenetrable National Park trip with top destinations like Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Kidepo Valley National Park.

Uganda is definitely a great wildlife viewing destination as you will stand a chance to spot all the top African Wildlife species during your tour. Combine your gorilla trekking safari tour with wildlife viewing in the best destinations for wildlife in Uganda.

Chimpanzee Trekking

During the Mountain gorilla trekking you can also embark on a chimpanzee trekking tour in the jungles of Uganda.  It  is more rewarding to  pair gorilla trekking in Uganda with Chimpanzee trekking during your visit. There are variety of options of enjoying the chimp trekking and gorilla trekking which can be offered by a single national park or different destinations depending on the choice of the travelers. The best three chimpanzee trekking landing places  in Uganda are; Kibale Forest National Park, Budongo Forest ( Murchison Falls National Park) and the Kyambura Gorge ( Queen Elizabeth National Park).

On combined gorilla & wildlife tours in Uganda, the closest park for chimpanzees to Gorilla National Parks of Uganda is Queen Elizabeth’s Kyambura Gorge renowned for its easy tracking of chimps. However, the iconic Kibale National Park is the best destination in the world having the highest population of wild chimpanzees. Mountain gorilla trekking and chimp trekking are very similar in terms of hiking, the nature of the experience and the personnel involved like armed rangers, guides and porters.

Golden Monkey Trekking

While gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, is amazing place to see silverbacks as well as the endangered golden monkeys. Mgahinga National Park is the place where Silver meets Gold due to the presence of both silverback gorillas and the golden monkeys. The golden monkeys are rare primate species living in high altitudes of the Virunga Mountains and Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. The thrilling adventures of golden monkey trekking bring you close to the daily life of these unique creatures. The Uganda Safari Tours are more spectacular as you view the interactions between babies and their mothers on a trip for golden monkeys and gorillas in Uganda.

Book your Gorilla Trekking safaris in Uganda with the best Tour Operator with incredible experience in organizing African safari tours including Gorilla trekking Safaris in Uganda, Wildlife viewing safaris, Birding safaris, and Chimpanzee trekking tours among others.