Trekking gorillas in dry seasons – Uganda and Rwanda are the main gorilla trekking destinations, characterized by equatorial climates with mainly two seasons which highly influence the mountain gorilla trekking experience.
The dry season for gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda is generally from June to September and December to February, with all other factors remaining constant.
Although this area receives rain at any time without warning, these months are known for receiving less rain, making the trails more passable.
Even other forest dwellers, like monkeys and butterflies, are more active in the dry season. This area receives an average of 2390 mm of rain per year.
The wettest months are March to May and October to November, but sometimes due to climatic change, seasons change.
If not the best, gorilla trekking is one of the most exciting tourist activities full of adventures and discoveries that you wouldn’t want to miss out on during your safari.
There are many advantages to trekking mountain gorillas during the dry season in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda, and Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park.
One of them is that there is little or no rainfall at all during this beautiful season.
Rainfall can greatly affect gorilla trekking because this activity is carried out on the ground, and rains disorganize roads by making them muddy and slippery, hence making climbing hills very difficult.
During the dry season in Uganda and Rwanda, there is no guarantee that it will not rain.
Rain can come at any time of the day in these rainforests where mountain gorillas thrive.
This is as a result of global warming, which has greatly impacted the climatic conditions of these countries.
Temperatures may drop as low as 7 degrees Celsius or rise to about 20 degrees Celsius in the Virunga area.
This means that you need to pack the right equipment, not forgetting the rain jacket and sturdy hiking boots, just in case.
During the dry season, competition for gorilla trekking permits is very high, and this calls for early bookings, that is to say, three months before.
After enjoying gorilla trekking, you could also engage in other safari activities like evening game drives, sun-downing, and so much more just to spice up your experience during your remarkable safari in Africa.
In conclusion, gorilla trekking can be done at any time of the year, but if you are looking forward to a remarkable experience, the dry season, mainly known as the peak season (from June to September and from December to February), is the right time for you to go mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda respectively.
