Cost of Gorilla Trekking Permits in Volcanoes National Park.
Travellers planning their gorilla safari always ask about the cost of gorilla trekking permits in Volcanoes National Park. This blog will discuss the cost of a gorilla permit and more information that travellers need to plan their safari in the land of a thousand hills. Volcanoes National Park is located in the far northwestern corner of Rwanda, bordering Mgahinga National Park and Virunga National Park. It’s one of the oldest national parks in Africa, established in 1925 to protect the endangered mountain gorillas then living there. Volcanoes National Park is one of the four destinations in the world that hosts the endangered mountain gorillas and is home to over 30% of the world’s mountain gorillas, making it the second place with the highest number of mountain gorillas after Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. Volcanoes National Park has up to 14 habituated gorilla families which are accustomed to human presence. All participants must obtain a gorilla trekking permit, which is an official document that allows them to have a close encounter with these awesome creatures. Gorilla trekking involves hiking through the steep slopes in search of the endangered mountain gorillas, and the minimum age for the trek is 15 years.
What is the cost of Gorilla Trekking Permits in Volcanoes National Park.
A gorilla trekking permit is an official document which permits nature lovers and primatologists to see the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitats. All travellers visiting the park should obtain the gorilla trekking permits, which allow them to see these awesome creatures. A gorilla permit costs $1500 for Foreign non-residents, $500 for Foreign residents, $500 for residents of Africa and $200 for East African Citizens. Gorilla trekking permits can be obtained directly from the Rwanda Development Board by sending them an email with the details, like trekking details, number of people, or you can contact a trusted tour operator like Caracal Explorers with all the details, the number of people, trekking date, month and year. After contacting us, we will check for availability with the Rwanda Development Board for your preferred dates, and once there is availability, we will request that you make payments and purchase the permits. When the company receives the money, we will purchase the permits and share the receipts with you. Travellers should note that gorilla trekking permits are subject to availability on a first-come, first-served basis.
What is the best time to book Gorilla Permits in Volcanoes National Park.
Gorilla trekking permits are subject to availability on a first come first serve basis, and travellers are encouraged to book the gorilla permits earlier to avoid disappointments. Travellers planning to trek in the high season in June, July, August, September, December, January, and February should book their permits early, like 3 to 6 months before the trekking date. During these months, the permits are in high demand, being a peak season, and travellers should book early. The low-season permits in March, April, May, October and November are not competitive since it’s a rainy season.
