Why do Gorilla trekking ?
Gorilla Trekking
Gorilla trekking experiences provide a unique and captivating opportunity to observe our closest living relatives dwelling in their natural habitats. These encounters provide valuable insights into gorilla behavior .On can either chose to do chimpanzee tracking or chimpanzee habituation.
What is the difference between chimpanzee tracking and chimpanzee habituation ?
Chimpanzee tracking and Gorilla tracking
Tracking of either gorillas or chimpanzee involves hiking into natural habitats of the primates and observe them during their daily life such as feeding,playing ,mating .
It should be noted that during habituation the are visitors have a chance feed and interact with gorillas or chimpanzee directly.
During gorilla tracking a number of 8 people is allowed to track one gorilla family at a time while gorilla habituation 4 people are allowed to participate during the activity
Where to see Gorillas in East Africa ?
Uganda –Bwindi impenetrable national park
–Mgahinga national park
Rwanda -Volcanoes national park
-Virunga national park
What to pack when for Gorilla trekking?
When coming for chimpanzee or gorilla tracking its important to have a proper packing to ensure comfortable and enjoyable experience.Narrate will not only give you professional guides but also advise you on what to bring below ;
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Wide-brimmed hat or cap
- Gardening gloves (for gripping vegetation)
- Neutral, earth-toned colors (to blend in with the environment)
- Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
- Waterproof camera bag
- Long-sleeved shirts and long pants (for protection from insects and vegetation)
- Binoculars
- Waterproof jacket or poncho