Sabyinyo Hiking Tours in Mountains
Mountain Sabyinyo trekking excursions Another extinct volcano in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park which visitors may climb while on Uganda hiking trips is Mount Sabyinyo. Rising 3,669 meters above sea level, the mountain is Rising between three nations to establish boundaries between Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, it is the oldest in the Virunga ranges. Mount Sabyinyo volcano also links the three national parks of the rain forest formed by the three nations, which have one common and popular feature, “mountain gorillas.” Parks among these are Mgahinga National Park in Uganda itself, Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.
One of the best walks in the Virunga mountains, the peak is strategically situated in the west of Lake Bunyonyi in Uganda and the northeast of Lake Kivu in Rwanda. Apart from being situated in the adjacent national parks of the three nations, it provides amazing vistas. Depending on the path and speed, climbing Mount Sabyinyo takes a visitor six to eight days—roughly 3,966 meters above sea level—but the experience of reaching the top of three countries is well worth the trip and adventure involved. Though some areas have been provided with handcrafted ladders to assist a climber or hiker, climbing Mount Sabyinyo is still difficult. Walking sticks are also always provided to help a hiker climb; but, you will be rewarded with a stunning woodland patch of Hagenia Hypericum at 2800 to 3200 meters then a subalpine zone above 3200 meters.
Mountain Sabyinyo hiking excursions: Other activities apart from mountain climbing
gorilla hiking
The most well-known activity on Mount Sabyinyo is gorilla trekking since the mountain gorillas have one identical and well-known appeal and the volcano unites the three national parks of the rain forest established by the three countries. Once located, travellers can hike the mountain gorillas for one hour in the presence of these amazing and mesmerizing apes to engage with them and see how they go about their daily routines include grooming each other, playing, and many more. Key is photography; you have one hour to get time to photograph these incredible wild primates.
Tracking golden monkeys
Only found in the Virunga ranges worldwide, golden monkey tracking is a noteworthy activity carried out on a Uganda hiking safari at Mount Sabyingo-Mgahinga National Park. Mgahinga boasts the densest population of this beautiful uncommon monkey of over 4,000 individuals hanging in the bamboo of the park. While on a Uganda safari at Mgahinga National Park, visitors can choose to go for the golden monkey habituation experience rather than the popular activity known as golden monkey trekking. Under the direction of very competent trackers, this experience lets visitors observe the apes for more than one hour. Sometimes researchers can also undertake a four-hour golden monkey habituation program. Because they don’t move and make various nests daily, so they can be readily located, golden monkeys are also more easier to hike than gorillas. Golden monkey trekking begins daily at 8:00 a.m. The golden monkey license cost $100.
Golden Monkey Birdwatching
There are over 250 bird species in the Virunga conservation area, 115 of which are located at Mgahinga National Park; the ideal times for birding here are April through May and October through November. Among the birdlife in the park are the white-necked raven, pin-tailed whydah, double-collar sunbird, paradise flycatcher, fire finch stonechat, olive woodpecker, and Ruwenzori nightjar.
Mount Sabyinyo hiking packing list
A rain jacket, long pants, hiking boots, sunscreen, pants, a waterproof daypack, camping gear and equipment, a camera, a long-sleeved shirt, a first aid kit, bottled drinking water, a sweater, insect repellent, and on an actual hiking day, a walking stick should be among the basics you think about for your trip in Mgahinga National Park, especially at Mount Sabyinyo.
Mount Sittyonyo hike’s hiking costs
Starting at 8:00 a.m., Mount Sabyinyo hiking calls for a permit payment. Every Sabyinyo volcano climb runs eighty-five dollars per person. This covers park entrance and guide or ranger fees. The Uganda Wildlife Authority offices in Kisoro provide permits; alternatively, we may make arrangements for you including the lodging options. Although you could reserve the hike one day or two before, it is usually advisable to book ahead. Starting at the Ntebeko headquarters of Mgahinga Park, southwest Uganda, hikes to the peak of this enchanted volcano start Your trekking group will be led to the top of the Sabyinyo volcano by a seasoned guide.
Mountain Sabyinyo climbing paths: Reaching Mount Sabyinyo
From Kampala or Entebbe, visitors can drive a short distance to Mgahinga National Park to ascend Mount Sabyinyo for roughly 8 to 10 hours. From Kigali, hikers of the Sabyinyo volcano can pass the Chanika border to Kisoro and thereafter link to Mgahinga National Park. Driven from Kigali to Mgahinga National Park in Southwestern Uganda takes four to five hours.
Ground flight with us for help you to schedule or plan fly-in trips by air; the flights depart Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi Airfield to Kisoro for your amazing adventure hiking safari.
Accommodation safaris
Around Mgahinga National Park in Uganda, there are plenty of places to stay. Among others are Mucha Hotel Kisoro, Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp, Traveler’s Rest Hotel Kisoro, Mutanda Lake Resort, Kisoro Tourist Hotel, Mgahinga Rest Camp, and Gahinga Lodge.
Many lodging facilities in the Rushaga area of Bwindi National Park allow guests to reserve an overnight stay and link to Mgahinga National Park for hiking. Among others are Rushaga Gorilla Lodge, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Valley Lodge, Bwindi Jungle Lodge, Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge, Rushaga Gorilla Resort, Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge, and Nshongi Camp.