3 Days Mgahinga Golden Monkey Tracking Tour
The 3 Days Mgahinga Golden Monkey Tracking Tour takes you to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park to track golden monkeys. Golden monkeys are among the 20 most stunning primates Uganda boasts of and trekking to see them in the wild is undoubtedly a memorable experience. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is set in Kisoro district, Southwestern Uganda. It was founded in 1991 to protect not only mountain gorillas but also other wildlife species including the golden monkeys. This park sits in an area of about 34sq.kms and derives its name from the scenic Gahinga Volcano. Your 3 days Mgahinga golden monkey tracking tour will begin and end in Kampala/Entebbe.
What to expect on 3 days Mgahinga golden monkey tracking tour
- A magical encounter with golden monkeys
- Transport in 4×4 drive safari vehicle
- Fulltime English-speaking driver-guide
- Bottled drinking water
- Stopover at Uganda Equator crossing
Highlights for the 3 days Mgahinga golden monkey tracking tour
- Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Day 2: Golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Day 3: Drive back to Kampala/Entebbe
Detailed itinerary of your 3 days Mgahinga golden monkey tracking tour
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
After your early morning breakfast, you will be picked up by our company representative and yourr head to Mgahinga National Park, Kisoro district in Southwestern Uganda. Your journey will cover about 8-10 hours and you will begin from Kampala through the Masaka-Mbarara-Kisoro route. On the way, you will make a stopover at Uganda Equator crossing for photo taking, relaxation and you proceed to Igongo Cultural Center for lunch. After lunch, drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park to check in at the lodge for relaxation, dinner and a night stay.
Travel time: 8-10 hours
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Where to stay in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Luxury: Mount Gahinga Lodge
Mid-range: Mucha Hotel Kisoro, Travelers’ Rest Hotel Kisoro
Budget: Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp, Kisoro Tourist Hotel
Day 2: Golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park starts with an early morning breakfast and later, you will transfer to Ntebeko Visitor Center for a briefing on the set guidelines to follow while on the search for golden monkeys. At 8:00 am after you have been assigned a park ranger guide, you will begin your trek to see golden monkeys which may last you about 2-4 hours which also includes an hour of magical encounter. You then retreat from this adventure to have some rest in the lodge and in the evening, pay a visit to the Batwa community for cultural experience.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Where to stay in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Luxury: Mount Gahinga Lodge
Mid-range: Mucha Hotel Kisoro, Travelers’ Rest Hotel Kisoro
Budget: Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp, Kisoro Tourist Hotel
Day 3: Drive back to Kampala/Entebbe
Wake up to enjoy your cup of tea or coffee and later, check out of the lodge ready to make a return journey to Kampala or Entebbe. Lunch will be served to you at Mbarara Town and another stopover will be made at Mpambire drum makers to learn how the local residents make drums and finally, connect to Kampala/Entebbe.
End of your 3 days Mgahinga golden monkey tracking tour
Inclusions
• Golden monkey permit
• 2 nights and meals
• Travel in 4×4 drive safari vehicle
• Fulltime English-speaking driver guide
• Relevant government taxes
• All activities on your travel plan excluding the optional ones
Exclusions
• Beverages
• Laundry services
• Tips
• Uganda visa fees
• Hotel fees in Kampala or Entebbe
• Optional activities
• Telephone calls
• Airfares
Packing list for golden monkey tracking
• Waterproof hiking boots
• Waterproof daypack
• Toiletries
• Gardening gloves
• First aid kit
• Camera with no flashlight
• Insect repellents
• Long sleeved shirt