Gorilla trekking in April: Trekking Gorillas at the start of the rainy season

Gorilla Trekking In April – It is low season in both Uganda & Rwanda – Enjoy Great discounts on accommodation, gorilla permits are easier to book, and you will travel fewer crowds. Read on to learn more about Gorilla trekking In April.

Both Uganda and Rwanda experience heavy rains in the month of April. Gorilla Trekking in April can be an interestingly challenging experience with both advantages and disadvantages worth taking the time to understand before planning and booking your Gorilla Safari in April.

Below we will explain the advantages and disadvantages of choosing to trek Gorilla In April.

The Advantages of trekking Gorillas in the Month of April

In April, lodges and hotels do offer remarkable discounts on accommodation. This is the best time to consider staying at an upmarket lodge for almost half the peak season price.
While Mountain Gorilla Permits are very competitive to book for both Gorilla Trekking In Rwanda & Uganda, Booking Gorilla permits in April is less taxing – the permits often outnumber the number of travelers. You have up to almost 100% permit guarantee in April.
For the discerning travelers that prefer to travel when there are no crowds, Gorilla Trekking In April might just be your best buy. There are fewer persons traveling in April.

The Disadvantages of choosing to go trekking Gorillas in the Month of April

With the heavy rains getting to Bwindi and Mgahinga may be a challenge – However, we recommend using a 4×4, and also taking a local driver-guide. As for Rwanda, almost all roads leading to Volcanoes National Park (home to the gorillas) are paved but you will still need a 4×4 to get you to your actual gorilla trekking location within volcanoes NP.
The forest trails for both Rwanda & Uganda will be a lot more challenging to trek – they will be wet and Slippery. We recommend bringing a good pair of sturdy hiking waterproof boots that stretch slightly above your ankles (to protect you from spraining your legs). Read our article: Practical things to bring on your Gorilla trekking Safari

Besides Gorilla trekking What else can I do in the Months of April?

In Uganda: Though tough (because of the rains), trekking Gorillas In April can be combined with a visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park– including a visit to the southern Ishasha sector to see the tree-climbing lions.
In Rwanda: Not any easier than trekking In Uganda, treks in Rwanda can be combined with the drier; Akagera and Nyungwe Forest National Parks. In Nyungwe Forest, you could do chimpanzee Tracking and the canopy walk. And as for Akagera, April is a good time to indulge in game drives.