Planning to visit gorillas from Hong Kong is possible and well arranged. Gorilla trekking from Hong Kong can be done in Uganda and Rwanda. Hong Kong is one of the places that sends many travelers to Africa for gorilla trekking safaris each year.
Travelers can begin their journey from different areas in Hong Kong such as Sha Tin, Tsuen Wan, Kowloon, Sham Shui Po, Wan Chai, Central and Western, Kwai Chung, Tuen Mun, and Yuen Long Kau Hui. Gorilla tracking is one of the main safari activities chosen by visitors traveling from Hong Kong to Africa.
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda takes place in Volcanoes National Park. In Uganda, gorilla tracking is done in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. These parks are home to endangered mountain gorillas and offer guided trekking experiences throughout the year.
Travelers from Hong Kong can fly from major airports such as Hong Kong International Airport, Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport, Macau International Airport, and Zhuhai International Airport. Flights connect easily to East Africa. Visitors going to Uganda arrive through Entebbe International Airport and then travel by road to the gorilla parks. Those traveling to Rwanda arrive through Kigali International Airport and continue by road to Volcanoes National Park.
Several international airlines operate flights from Hong Kong to Uganda and Rwanda. These include Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, and Air France. These airlines provide connections through major international hubs.
The best time for Hong Kong tourists to go gorilla trekking is from June to August and from December to February. During these months, forest trails are easier to walk on, although light rain can still occur.
Visitors from Hong Kong need a valid visa to enter Uganda or Rwanda. Tourist visas allow stays of about three months and can be single or multiple entry. Travelers planning to stay longer should apply for a visa extension at the Immigration Headquarters in Kampala before the visa expires.
