Mountain Gorilla 'Conservation in Action' tour
13th to 25th August 2008
19th September-1st October 2008
Prices from £5,195 per person including flights from the UK and 3 permits. (or £4,695pp excluding flights with 3 permits)
Three gorilla permits are included in the cost of the gorilla conservation tour with the option of buying a further two
Two different gorilla parks-Bwindi and Parc National des Volcans-are visited with the chance to track in Mgahinga
Each trip is led by Julian Lloyd, an experienced primatologist who will give you privileged insight
The trip aims to show you the conservation efforts needed to sustain this great ape
Includes the Queen Elizabeth National Park and the opportunity to see a variety of other wildlife
Uganda and Rwanda are green oases in the heart of Africa, where we offer you the chance to track gorillas up to 5 times alongside an experienced primate expert.
Uganda and Rwanda are green oases in the heart of Africa, where the eastern savannah meets the West African Jungle. Lands of charm and infinite hospitality, they are also home to the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas.
Discovery Initiatives was encouraged by the Mountain Gorilla wildlife agencies to run these gorilla conservation support tours to the Virungas. The aim is not only to see the mountain gorillas in this fragile environment, but to allow visitors to get a better understanding of the issues that local people and other wildlife face. The heart of the trip is in the mists of the Virunga Volcanoes, with visits to conservation projects and local communities in both Uganda and Rwanda, and meetings with experts and guardians helping to study and save these creatures. The adventure is led by an experienced primatologist, Julia Lloyd.
Unlike many other primate tours, our gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda offers much more than just a glimpse into the world of the gorilla, but aims to feature a more holistic approach to mountain gorilla tourism in each area. Your participation in this tour helps to directly fund local conservation projects through the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International and offering you-not the usual one Gorilla permit-but five potential opportunities to see these magnificent gorillas in the wild.
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Dates & Prices for Gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda
18th- 30th January 2008 Last two places
13th – 25th August 2008
19th September-1st October 2008
Cost per person
From £5,195 in 2008 including flights from UK in twin share rooms, on a full board basis. Including 3 gorilla permits (or £4,695 exclusing flights with 3 permits).
- Based on scheduled airlines, availability and a minimum of 4 people travelling.
N.B. This cost is based on a minimum group of 5 paying clients. Maximum group size is 10.
Single Supplement
We do not charge single supplements unless you want a guaranteed single room. A single supplement is £395pp.
Cost Includes
International economy return flights from London, all transfers and transportation, all accommodation on a full board basis unless shown otheriwse, bottled water throughout, three gorilla permits (1 x Bwindi and 2 x Parc National des Volcans), services of Mountain Gorilla expert & tour leader, local guides and trackers, other expertise on the venture and a contribution to a Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International & International Gorilla Conservation Programme.This tour also includes a contribution to the Climate Care Initiative to help offset the carbon emissions from your flight.
Cost Excludes
Travel insurance, visas, vaccinations, laundry, soft drinks, some alcohol, gratuities and personal items. Additional gorilla permits.
This Trip Supports..
Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International
Each tour is a direct support mechanism to Mountain Gorilla conservation. Each tour raises between US$600 and US$1000 depending on group size for Mountain Gorilla conservation and is presented to The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International representative whilst the group is in Rwanda.
Furthermore your payment for Gorilla permits in Uganda and Rwanda has an immediate result. The entire Uganda Wildlife Authority is funded off the back of the Park permits, including 10 reserves in total, and part of the park fee (included in the costs) goes back to community enterprises in Bwindi and the Virungas themselves.
Feedback from the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International is dedicated to the conservation and protection of gorillas and their habitat in Africa. In recent years, regular contributions from Discovery Initiatives clients, who I have often had the chance to meet and talk to as part of their Gorilla trekking tours, have been used to provide various materials to support the field conservation and training activities at Karisoke Research Centre.
This includes the purchase of a motorcycle to provide transport for the coordination of field operations and contributed to the purchase of library reference materials that support student training activities within the National University of Rwanda. The funds provided by Discovery Initiatives have helped us to continue essential conservation work and to help inspire young Rwandan’s to become tomorrow’s conservationists.
Katie Fawcett. Project Director
Click here to listen to the varied calls and sounds of these great apes!
Field Expertise
Julia Lloyd
Julia Lloyd, is a respected primatologist who has spent a number of years in Kibale. She was asked by the Jane Goodall Institute to manage the collaborative Kibale Primate Habituation Project in 1998.
After being involved with chimpanzee tourism for over 3 years, she did take an MSc in Primate Conservation to balance her field experience and to use good science for conservation.
Her knowledge of Uganda’s Great Apes and her dedication to them will enlighten you to these fascinating creatures but also inspire you in the fight for their continued survival.
Our Feedback
Should you wish to get direct feedback from any number of our numerous clients who have enjoyed the Mountain Gorillas with us in Rwanda and Uganda please do contact us and we would be delighted to help put you in touch. We have also had numerous articles written by newspapers and magazines and an article in the new BBC publication, entitled ‘100 journeys you need to do before you die.’
I just thought I would drop you a line to say that I had a great holiday and thank you all for sharing that experience with me and making it so unforgettable. That is you and the gorillas.Thanks again to you all.
Gaye Jackson 2007
We had such a fantastic holiday thanks to you and everyone else you were fantastic like a best friend. We cant believe its all over.
Barbara and Michael Guzmics 2007
Thank you for such a wonderful memorable holiday. I will never forget you and the terrific group of individuals in our party. It has been really hard getting over this, the best holiday in my life. Thanks to you and your staff for such a great trip.
Ron and Rita Cooper. 2007
I had a terrific time on the gorilla tour. Saw gorillas three times, and also loved the country-side. Julia was a fantastic guide. Thanks again for a wonderful trip!
Jessica Couleur 2006
The trip was very good, Julia was an excellent tour leader and Sam and Amon from Volcano Safaris were superb. They were safe drivers, knowledgeable guides, exceedingly helpful, with nothing being too much trouble.
Jenny McCurry 2007
There were so many things that were highlights. For me seeing where Dian Fossey and Digit were laid to rest was extremely moving for me.The second day in the Impenetrable national forest was awesome.
C Little 2007