Gorilla trekking tour is among the most popular trips in the world. Some people term them “life time tours” which is true according to several reviews posted on TripAdvisor and other forums. Lets use the following case studies: In Uganda Gorilla trekking cost US$700, Rwanda Gorilla permit cost US$1500, Democratic Republic of Congo cost US$400. That means, Gorilla trek marks the most expensive tourist activity in different countries conducting gorilla trekking.
Preparation for Gorilla trekking safaris:
Get an ideas and try to save money for the trip. Contact travel agent to guide you about finances, travel requirements, Dos and Don’ts while on Gorilla trekking. Make advance planning and travel later after serious consultation from different stakeholders.
After getting enough money, now embark on trip arrangement under the guidance of your travel agent. Work on flights, ground transport, visas, Gorilla permit, accommodation and all other bookings which are done in advance.
On the travel date: After confirming that everything is in order, travel to the country for Gorilla trekking. Follow the travel plan agreed with your travel agent. Stay near to the park for the next day’s Gorilla trek.
Gorilla Trekking day: Report to the park headquarters by 7am. Ensure that you have all the required tracking gear. Get briefing together with other travelers and thereafter, walk into the jungles to meet Gorillas in their natural habitat. A maximum of eight people are allowed to meet each Gorilla family. The ranger guides will ensure attractive, informative and a memorable Gorilla trek. Lucky visitors while meet many attractions on the way to the home range of Gorillas. Expect to see birds, other primates, tree species, rocks, waterfalls, vegetation, valleys and hills among others.
On meeting Gorillas: Ensure that you observe the directives of the ranger guides. Do not upset Gorillas because they can charge and abort your trek. The Gorillas look attractive and amazing! so staying amidst them is a life time event! Gorilla families are composed of mature females Gorillas, mature Male Gorilla, youth, Juvenile and young Gorillas.
While with Gorillas, take photos/ films, look at Gorillas and study much from them. Gorillas exhibits unique characters from other primates so, keen observation is needed here. In some countries like Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo give only one hour to stay with Gorillas and thereafter, leave Gorillas and trek back to the park headquarters.
Back at the park headquarters: all successful trekkers are awarded certificates of completion. Leave the park and transfer to your next destination or stay for the second Gorilla trekking