Gorilla trekking has always been at the highest of most bucket lists. The avid travellers and safari adventure enthusiasts like to see the endangered primates at least once. The reality of coming face to face with these wonderful endangered primates in the wild is something beyond imagination! You probably saw mountain gorillas in documentaries or at the zoo! But to trek through the dense rainforest of Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo and witness these incredible animals in their natural habitat was nothing short of life-changing.
The gorilla trekking adventure is done all year round. Are you a primate lover who is dying to see the gorillas in their natural habitat? We have the best support for those safari enthusiasts or primates excited to see these gorillas from very close. If you have any questions regarding the gorilla trekking then we are happy to answer it all! We have cited some answers to the questions that may arise before the gorilla trekking adventure.
Factors that favour gorilla trekking with Javiva Adventures
There is no adventure as beautiful as watching the incredible gorillas in the natural environment. Most people who want to see mountain gorillas travel with a gorilla trekking tour operator. We at Javiva Adventures will let you stay closer to one of the most extraordinary experiences of your life. The factors that favour gorilla trekking with us are:
- We can organise everything, meaning less admin for you.
- We encourage visitors to book their permits through a registered tour operator.
- We offer safer and more cost-effective ground transport.
- It’s easier to get a gorilla trekking permit.
- You have the option of spending more time among the gorillas.
- We offer more to do after your gorilla trek.
- There are more high-end accommodation options
- You don’t have to travel far after flying in to reach the gorillas
- There’s no chance of getting lost, as all gorilla treks are led by experienced guides
Are primates aggressive animals?
The mountain gorillas you want to perceive in our 4 days of gorilla trekking adventure aren’t aggressive animals unless provoked. We as human beings can come in relatively close contact with them on a gorilla trek. We will take you near to them and let you stand within a few metres of a gorilla family. The mountain gorillas that you want to trek with our expert guide are mostly habituated to the presence of humans. Still, strict rules are in place to protect them as well as their lifestyle and habitat. It’s an incredible experience that leaves a lasting impression on everyone who enjoys the thing in reality.
Where you can go For Your gorilla trekking adventures
There are three parks where you can go on gorilla trekking adventures in Rwanda and Uganda:
- Volcanoes National Park in NW Rwanda
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in SW Uganda
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in SW Uganda
What A Primate Lover Think about mountain gorilla trekking?
The most thrilling mountain gorilla trekking is a most thrilling activity that involves hiking through the jungle. It is a two to three-hour travelling process while staying in a small group. A few hours ‘ journey to find the most striking yet rare huge mountain gorillas. Only one group of eight people is allowed to visit each gorilla troop per day. We will brief the finer points that might be problematic in front of a gorilla. We help you to spend some time with them on your safari. Your group is allowed to spend an hour together before you turn around and hike back down out of the forest.
What will be the cost for your mountain gorilla trekking adventure?
You should know the mountain gorilla trekking experience is a part of your complete safari. Its costs may differ based on the safari duration, the nearby accommodation, logistics, transport, guide and other things. The trekking cost might be around 400 dollars in the DRC, 700 dollars in Uganda and 1500 dollars in Rwanda. It is better to consult our team for a final quotation.
Is The Trekking adventure physically demanding?
You need to be physically fit for the entire trip. It helps you to walk up and down the mountain for several hours comfortably. We will take you to the misty routes and take you into the hearts of dense rainforests where you enjoy the path of the endangered primitive animal. We let you have the great opportunity to come face to face with the gorillas in the jungle. The feeling of watching & standing close to the endangered gorillas is an extraordinary yet breath-taking experience.
What is the most suitable time for your gorilla-viewing adventure?
It can be any time of the year. However, most tourists prefer to have their safaris in the dry seasons. The mid-December to early February, and June to September in East Africa could be the best time with a great record of sightings! Since mountain gorillas don’t live anywhere in the world outside of these rainforests, gorilla trekking is the only way for humans to find and observe these special and rare primates.