Golden monkey trekking in Uganda and Rwanda : Golden monkey trekking is a physically demanding and exciting safari activity in which participants walk on foot through tropical rainforests in search of habituated golden monkeys. Once the monkeys have been located, participants spend one hour with them in their natural environment. Golden monkeys can be found in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, as well as in Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, which is located in the southern portion of Uganda in the Kisoro area. In Uganda, golden monkeys can be found in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Golden monkeys are social primates who live in groups of approximately 30 individuals and consume a variety of foods, including bamboo leaves, shoots, ripe fruits, and wild insects, amongst others. These monkeys are known for their high level of activity and joyful nature.
A briefing on the laws and regulations that must be followed during the golden monkey trekking safari experience in Mgahinga gorilla national park and Volcanoes national park begins very early in the morning. After the briefing, you will begin your safari into the forest by following paths made of bamboo shoots and leaves that have been left behind. Because golden monkeys frequently go from one location to another in search of food, golden monkey trekking can last anywhere from half an hour to five hours. The length of the trip is directly proportional to the location of the monkeys. During your trek, you will have the opportunity to see a variety of bird species, other primates, plant and tree species, and more. When you find the golden monkeys, you will be able to spend one hour with them in their natural habitat, which will give you the chance to learn more about their behaviors and habits, watch them eat, play in the tree branches, take pictures and videos to show people back home, and more.
Cost of golden monkey trekking permit in Uganda and Rwanda.
A golden monkey trekking safari permit is a legal card that may be obtained by any traveler who is at least 15 years old. This permit grants the holder the right to visit a family of habituated golden monkeys and spend one hour with them in their natural habitat. In Volcanoes National Park Rwanda, a golden monkey trekking permit costs 100 USD per person regardless of nationality. In Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Uganda, a golden monkey permit costs 100 USD per person for foreign non-residents, 80 USD per person for foreign residents, and 60,000 UGX per person for East African citizens.
A golden monkey trekking permit at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park costs 140 US Dollars per person for foreign non-residents of other countries, 110 US Dollars per person for foreign residents, and 120,000 US Dollars per person for East African citizens.
How to book golden monkey trekking permits in Uganda and Rwanda.
Trekking permits for golden monkeys can be reserved in Uganda and Rwanda through reputable tour operators such as Sweet Escape Tours and Safaris. To make a reservation, you will need to provide us with the day, month, and year of your trip, as well as the golden monkey destination you desire to visit.
After you make contact with us, we will verify the availability of permits, and if there are golden monkey permits available on the dates you choose, you will be required to make a deposit in order to secure the permit. As soon as we have the funds in hand, we will make the purchase of the permits on your behalf and then email you a scanned copy of the receipt for your records.
Best time to go for golden monkey trekking safari in Uganda and Rwanda.
It is possible to go golden monkey trekking safari in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Volcanoes National Park at any time of the year; however, the best time to go is during the dry season, which is also referred to as the peak season. This occurs during the months of June, July, August, September, December, and January. When compared to the rainy season, when golden monkey trekking trails are muddy and treacherous, trekking is much simpler during the dry season since access roads to national parks and trekking trails are dry and navigable during this time of year.
What to pack for golden monkey trekking safari in Uganda and Rwanda.
For your golden monkey trekking safari in Uganda and Rwanda, be sure to bring the following items: hiking boots that will keep your feet dry, garden gloves, a face mask, long-sleeved shirt and trouser to keep you warm, insect repellent to protect you from biting insects, a warm sweater, a waterproof rain jacket and poncho to protect you from rainfall, a camera and extra batteries so you can take photos and record videos, a pair of binoculars, a backpack to carry
During your safari to Uganda and Rwanda, you shouldn’t pass up the opportunity to go on a golden monkey trekking safari because it’s a fun and educational experience. Do not be hesitant to get in touch with us here at Sweet Escape Tours and Safaris if you are interested in learning more about golden monkey trekking.
