Are you looking for a fly-in safari to the Ruhija sector in Bwindi to see gorillas? Do you know that you can go to Ruhija on a gorilla expedition on a flying-safari? You can travel on an exceptional fly-in safari to this sector organized by the Africa Adventure Vacations basing on your needs and demands. We have experience in making customized art-making safaris to suit your budget demands. Ruhija is situated in southwestern Uganda in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park offering the unique gorilla trekking experience. Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park has goy 4 sectors in Bwindi which include Rushaga, Ruhija, Buhoma, and Nkuringo.

Bwindi impenetrable forest national park is one of the leading destinations in Uganda found at the edge of the African rift valley in the southwestern part of Uganda in the district of Kisoro and Kanungu. Bwindi impenetrable forest national has four sectors which are known as gorilla trekking sectors. These sectors include Nkuringo, Buhoma, and Rushaga in the southwestern part of the park and Ruhija in the Eastern part of Uganda. The presence of habituated gorilla families in Bwindi has made this park popular for both gorilla trekking and gorilla habituation process. Some of the habituated gorilla families include Nkuringo, Mubare, Rushegura, Busingye, Habiyanja. Oruzogo, Bitukura, Kahungye, Christmas party. Bwindi Forest Park features the best chance for you to see mountain gorillas and you can easily trek the gorillas within this park. Because of its biodiversity importance, Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park was declared as a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site.  The park boasts four sectors which include Nkuringo, Rushaga, Ruhija, and Buhoma. Bwindi impenetrable forest National park features over 348 species of birds of which twenty-five birds are restricted-range bird species, twenty-three are limited to Albertine rift, and four are threatened worldwide.

About Ruhija sector In Bwindi

Ruhija is one of the eastern sectors of   Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park that is favorable for a fly-in safari. Rujija sector features 3 habituated gorilla families which include Kyangurioko, Bitura, Orugoza which are available for viewing by the tourists. Kyanguriko family was first habituated in 1999 and this was done for research purposes. There 15 individual gorillas and have got 2 silverbacks. Visitors on fly-in safari to Ruhija can trek and see gorillas of this mountain gorilla family.

 The newly added gorilla family the lists is Mukiza family which is also found in the Ruhija sector the group has got 10 mountain gorillas with one dominant silverback, Bitura family is also located in the Bitukura family which was named after the river where they were first sighted. It has got 14 members and 2 silverbacks

A habituated gorilla family is comprised of male silverbacks, female silverbacks, infants, and sometimes juveniles. Each gorilla family is guided and headed by a strong and dominant male Silverback. The gorilla family is composed of different sizes of the number of individuals with some of the families goes up to 18 gorilla individuals. Ruhija sector is not as busy as other sectors that it provides ecosystem friendly experience gorilla trekking safari that can be located between Buhoma to the north of the park and Kabale town to the south, and thus you can get making it easily accessible from both parts of the south 

When to Travel to Ruhija on a fly-in Safari

Bwindi impenetrable forest national park is week known for gorilla trekking and the park is open for this activity throughout the year. The park has a tropical rainforest and experiences a tropical type of climate which means that anytime the rain can fall. If you travel on a fly-in Safari especially from December to March then you’re likely to see much rainfall since this season the chances of having rainfall are very high however you can experience good chances of enjoying the discounts on the accommodation facility. It’s good to note that the dry season presents the best time to travel to Ruhija for gorilla tracking. The months of June to September and from December to January, these months are relatively dry, and the chances of receiving rainfalls are low which means that trails in the sector are dry and passage through trekking. Incas you’re trying to organize a fly-in safari to Ruhija with Africa adventure vacations then you need to learn about the advantages and disadvantages of traveling to these varying months such that you can make an informed decision regarding when you can best travel.

The rainy season (March to May and then mid-September to November)

Roads become slippery especially those leading to the park

Forest becoming so filled with fog and mist that makes it difficult to view the gorillas

The whole day it can rain and even for some days

However, you will be able to see more birds in the forest with the availability of food brought by heavy rainfall.

Dry season /peak season (from June to early September and December to February)

This season the trekking permits are in a very high demand

The roads are dry and passable

Good enhancement of the park allowing you to take beautiful pictures.

Remember that gorilla trekking is available throughout the year but you will need to book your gorilla trekking permit in advance so that you don’t miss out on this glorious experience

Accommodation facilities in Ruhija Sector Bwindi Forest National Park.

Ruhija Gorilla trekking sector in Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park has got various accommodation facilities where you can stay based on your interests and budget. There are budget accommodation facilities, midrange accommodation facilities, and upmarket or luxury accommodation facilities. Visitors on budget and a mid-range budget can stay at Gift of Nature Lodge, Trekkers Tavern Cottages, Gorilla Mist Camp, Bakiga Lodge, broadbill Tented Forest Camp, and luxury accommodation facility can be seen at Ruhija Gorilla Safari Lodge. You can as well stay in lodges, camps, and hotels which are adjacent Ruhija sector. The services provided by these accommodation facilities include Wi-Fi, internet access as well as providing a 24-hour service. Just book with us at Africa Adventure Vacations for better of these services.

What to wear on a fly-in safari to Ruhija to Ruhija sector in Bwindi

 One must be able to dress in a well-dressed safari to enjoy a safari to Rujija and these are the types of clothes you should put on while on your fly-in safari to the Ruhija sector;

long-armed sweater since Bwindi forest sometimes becomes cold, you should also put on a pair of long trousers,  Waterproof hiking boots, sunglass and a hat this can be put on depending on the weather conditions, long-lasting batteries, and cameras that will help you to enable you to take photographs for a long time.  You will also have to come with binoculars to enable you to see the diversity of birds that might be far away from your eyes. You will also need to have gardening gloves to help you hold on to trees to avoid scratches from stretches.  Visitors will also have to come with raincoats since the forest can receive sadden rainfall anytime. You can as well carry insect repellant to safeguard you against insects such as mosquitoes.

What color to wear for your Trek in Ruhija Sector?

It is recommended that you should not put on bright colored clothes as such sharp colors may make gorillas run away or you scary away from you. Thus you should find those moderate colors. Still, visitors are not encouraged to put on black and blue colored clothes because such colors do attract tsetse flies that can harm your body. This it is good that you put on neutral colors to have a successful fly-in safari to the Ruhija Gorilla Trekking sector.

Booking a fly-in safari to the Ruhija gorilla trekking sector.

You should not meet huddles when booking for the fly-in safari to the Ruhija sector just book with us at Africa Adventure Vacations as we help you with organizing the travel arrangements for all your needs.  We have experience in organizing the best trips with tailor-made booking safari. It is important to note that people you should book your safari trip in advance since booking permits will even necessitate you to book gorilla trekking permits in advance, booking your flights in advance, transport in advance, and accommodation facilities. The gorilla trekking permits are limited during the peak season and therefore you must book in advance by making a small deposit for all your safari activities.