How do Mountain Gorillas Sleep? Mountain gorillas are captivating creatures whose lives mesmerize primates and nature lovers. However, little information is availed to travelers about their daily routines, one of which is how they sleep/nest. Well, these endangered Giant Apes actually sleep in nests (like the bird kind of nests) constructed in trees or on…
Golden Monkey Tracking Experience the magic of staring into the eyes of Albertine Rift’s endemic primates all year round. Whether you are looking to do Golden monkey tours independently or combine them with gorilla trekking tours, we boast of many years’ experience in organizing unforgettable tours. There are few adventures that are as magical in…
Are Gorillas Friendly Are mountain gorillas friendly? Are you planning to visit Africa for gorilla trekking and you aren’t certain whether mountain gorillas are friendly or not? Mountain gorilla safaris are with no doubt the main highlight of most African holidays. They are a bucket-list primate and wildlife safari experience attracting thousands of nature lovers…
Bwindi Gorillas: 10 Jaw-Dropping facts You ought to Know When you mention mountain gorillas, travelers think of huge, scary, and aggressive primates. They are actually large and adorable creatures with countless sympathizers as well as fans from all over the Earth. Mountain gorillas currently have a total of about 1063 individuals living in two separate…
Do Mountain Gorillas Eat Humans? The question of whether mountain gorillas eat humans still puzzles some travelers, especially the ones that have never or are trekking mountain gorillas for the first time. These Giant Apes are known for their huge sizes and massive body weight, measuring to the tune of over 200 kilograms and because…
Where Can I see Gorillas in Rwanda Where can I see gorillas in Rwanda? When it comes to gorilla safaris in Rwanda, one may wonder if he or she can see gorillas in Rwanda. Where do gorillas live in Rwanda? Can I see gorillas in Rwanda have become the frequently asked questions among most travelers…
Who is Eligible for Gorilla Trekking? Are you envisioning yourself in the jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo, or Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda but still questioning your eligibility for gorilla trekking? Understanding your eligibility for gorilla trekking is crucial in making preparations because…
Difference between Gorilla Trekking and Habituation Gorilla Trekking and the Habituation Experience are some of the common terms used during primate trekking tours and are surprisingly indivisible in gorilla tourism. Before gorilla trekking, there has to be a habituation process and for this reason, some visitors mistake the two terms. Therefore, the following are the…
What Type of Gorillas Are in Uganda? What type of gorillas is in Uganda? When it comes to unforgettable gorilla encounters in Africa, there is no better place to visit than Uganda- The Pearl of Africa. Uganda is home to over half of 1063 mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) that still survive on planet earth….
How Many Visitors are Allowed to Trek a Gorilla Group? The question of how many visitors are allowed to trek a particular gorilla group is one of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) by travelers intending to undertake gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, or the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is important to know this fact…