How Much Is Golden Monkey Trekking In Uganda And Rwanda?

Golden Monkey trekking can only be inside the Virunga region of Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Golden monkeys are a subspecies of the Sykes Monkey also referred to as “Blue Monkeys”.

Golden Monkeys are more outstanding than other monkey species because of their fur coats’ gold/orange spots. They are among the most attractive and charming monkey species in Africa. Golden monkeys generally feed on bamboo shoots/branches but sometimes look for ripe fruits and insects on the ground. They are very beautiful, funny and playful. You can always find them jumping from tree to tree in search of food or escape from their chief predator, the golden eagle.

Acquiring a Golden Monkey permit is mandatory to participate in Golden Monkey tracking. The permit only allows the visitor to spend one hour with the primates. Visitors can obtain permits directly from the different country tourism Authorities. In Mgahinga National Park, permits are acquired through the Uganda Wildlife Authority while in Rwanda golden monkey permits are purchased through the Rwanda Development Board. A tour agency can assist you organize your entire Golden Monkey trekking trip right from acquiring the permits, accommodation, and transportation. Unlike gorilla permits, the price for golden monkey permits changes frequently. Golden monkey permits do not require being booked in advance like gorilla permits. Acquiring the golden monkey permits on the trekking days is very possible. The chance of seeing golden monkeys is very high. Let’s share information about the prices for tracking golden monkeys in Rwanda and Uganda.

Golden Monkey Trekking In Uganda And Rwanda

Rwanda: Currently, the price of a single Golden Monkey tracking permit is $100. The price includes ranger and park fees to the Volcanoes National Park. The permits are acquired from the Rwanda Development Board.

Uganda: A single golden monkey permit costs $100 and can only be purchased from the Uganda Wildlife Authority or at the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park headquarters (Ntebeko Centre). The price includes park fees, Ranger/Guide fees, and the time spent with the primates. Visitors who would like to go for the 4-hour golden monkey habituation experience pay $140. The price includes park fees, Ranger/Guide fees, and the time spent with the primates.

Note: Golden monkey tracking is overshadowed by gorilla trekking. In most cases, visitors combine gorilla trekking with golden monkey tracking as a side activity.

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Golden Monkey Trekking In Uganda And Rwanda
Golden Monkey Trekking In Uganda And Rwanda
Golden Monkey Trekking In Uganda And Rwanda
Golden Monkey Trekking In Uganda And Rwanda

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