Gorilla tracking is one of the once in the life time safari activities in Africa while on a Gorilla tracking safari in Uganda and Rwanda. Singapore is one of the countries will a great influx of tourist that travel to Africa for gorilla trekking safari.
You can travel to Uganda and Rwanda for the gorilla tracking safari from any of the cities in Singapore like Marina Bay, Orchard Road, Sentosa, Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Clarke Quay and Tampines.
There are several airports within Singapore that one can use to travel to Uganda or Rwanda of the gorilla trekking expedition like Singapore Changi Airport, Seletar Airport, Paya Lebar Airport and Kallang Airport.
Traveling to Uganda and Rwanda for your gorilla tracking safari will be facilitated by several airlines that make journeys from the major airports in Singapore to Uganda or Rwanda, these Include: Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, and Turkish Airlines.
Visa Requirements for Singapore Tourists
All international visitors to Uganda, regardless of their purpose for being there, must have a valid visa. This is especially true for those traveling on a safari in Uganda.
Depending on the details of your vacation or safari, Uganda tourist visas allow visitors to stay for roughly three months and can be either single or multiple entry.
It is advisable that you request for an extension at the Immigration Headquarters in Kampala before the initial visa pass expires if you would like to remain longer than the allotted term.
Best Time for Singapore Tourists to trek Gorillas
Although gorilla trekking is possible throughout the year, June through August and December through February are the ideal times to visit. Forest trails are less slick during this time since they are comparatively dry. Additionally, during these months, you have a better chance of seeing gorillas in dry weather.
