In order to save on gorilla trekking trip, you must put the following into consideration:
Know where to go gorilla trekking (Choose a cheaper option)
Look for a cheaper destination for Gorilla trekking- For example, Uganda’s gorilla safaris are relatively cheaper at US$600 per Gorilla permit compared to Rwanda which offers luxurious gorilla safaris at US$1500 per Gorilla permit, whereas Democratic Republic of Congo offers the cheapest gorilla safaris at US$400 per Gorilla permit. Having these comparable options at hand, you should be at liberty to choose your favourable budget gorilla safari destination.
Target low Season
Low seasons are better for travelers on a tight budget. Off season comes with cheap accommodation, discounted Gorilla permits,among others which enable the traveler to save big. Gorilla safaris are done throughout the year therefore, going for the gorilla safari during the off season is highly recommended. The favourable seasons to go gorilla trekking on a tight budget would be between March to April and October to November. Although these months are usually wet, it is not a bad time to track the gorillas since there are more accommodation services at favorable prices not to mention permits which are readily available. The difference here is with the time and nothing to do with the trekking experience what so ever.
Partnership
If you are a travel agent, Gorilla Expeditions Limited offers you a pocket friendly Gorilla trekking tour. The total package is discounted to enable a travel agent encounter Gorillas. The discount is valid throughout the year but only in Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)- you are therefore argued to travel with us in order to enjoy a cheaper trip.
Time to spend on the trip
Having a shorter gorilla safari of approximately one to two days is just as good as having a week’s as long as you choose to trek in an ideal destination. In my opinion, an ideal destination is where every visitor stands a chance of seeing the gentle giants irrespective of how much each person’s trip costs. Almost all gorilla destinations have provisions where visitors can track gorillas within a day’s time. Trekking gorillas for fewer days helps you cut costs on domestic flights, rental vehicles and other added expenses. Therefore, you may consider for this alternative and still enjoy a once in a life time gorilla adventure in Africa.
Enjoy a single trek
If you want to save on a gorilla safari,its advisable to trek once since the experience is the same. Some travelers yarn to trek Gorillas more than one time which cost them a lot of money. It should be noted that the intention of a gorilla safaris is to meet/ see Gorillas whether you do it once or more times you still get the same experience. Am therefore recommending a single trek for travelers on tight budget.
Choose one destination for Gorilla Trekking
Most visitors want to visit a number of gorilla destinations, say trek gorillas in both Uganda and Rwanda to have a hull sum gorilla experience. In as much as this is a breath taking adventure, it comes with very high charges to be incurred by the visitor. You may have to cut off some of the expenses by concentrating on one national park since you are working with a tight gorilla safari budget. Therefore, make a decision about which tracking location interests you and stick to it instead of choosing to visit various gorilla destinations which it costly.
Choose low Cost gorilla permits
Africa offers several gorilla safaris although the popularly known are mountain gorilla safaris. Gorilla safaris are charged differently in regard to the gorilla trekking permits. For gorilla safaris, Uganda charges 600 USD, Rwanda 1500 USD and Democratic Republic of Congo 400 USD. A visitor may choose to trek mountain gorillas on tight budget in Democratic Republic of Congo if one considers which of the gorilla permit costs the least amount.