Facts About Gorilla Trekking Rules; There are instructions to follow or get to know and below are some of the rules to put in use while trekking gorillas in the nature inhabits;
Wash your hands always before heading out for gorilla trekking
Smoking, drinking, or eating in the park is not permitted.
Respect the limited time given on the number of visitors allowed to trek gorillas in a group each day.
Always follow the instructions given to you by the park ranger guide.
Always keep a distance of 7 to 8 meters away from the gorillas. Since gorillas are our closest cousins and are said to be 98% DNA to humans meaning they can easily be affected by human diseases.
Advised not to leave any rubbish in the park but rather carry back the one you came with.
If you are ill not allowed to trek gorillas.
If you’re in the forest and feel like sneezing always cover your nose or turn around.
If you want to go for long holes, please ask the guide to dig you a hole with his panga. It should be 30 cm deep and after filling it.
The maximum age must be –Children 15 years of age and above.
Always lower voices while in their natural inhabit.
Never attempt to look into the gorilla’s eyes directly, they might think you want to threaten them.
What to Pack for Gorilla Trekking?
Both Gorilla safari destination recommends one planning for gorilla trekking to carry a useful item to keep your memorable experience that involves trekking –hiking to visit mountain gorillas in Rwanda and Uganda
Pack your waterproof bag which will help you to protect your travel documents safely.
Comfortable hiking boots; You need to carry them for your comfortable hiking adventure.
Lightweight jumper-waterproof jacket and trousers
Long wool socks: They give comfortable hikes while in mountain tropical forests.
Long-sleeved shirt-trouser.
Warm sweaters – keep cool evenings and mornings due to the nature of the park.
Hat with a brim: Helps in sun protection.
You may carry some sunglasses.
Digital clear camera and extra lenses: You can use them to capture photos and videos of the mountain gorillas.
Insect repellents: They protect you from mosquito bites while in the tropical forests of Bwindi and bamboo of Volcanoes National Park.
Pair of binoculars: Don’t forget to carry a pair of binoculars to clear view species in far distances. Species like primates, birds, and large mammals.
Hand gloves: They protect you from sharp tree branches.
Energy-giving snack: the trekking is unpredictable – it might take long and so you need to move with snacks to keep you energetic.
Note; Gorilla trekking experience is tremendous, while on a gorilla safari with huge luggage you can hire a porter to give you a push so that you can make your gorilla trekking safari successful.
Best Time to Visit Uganda –Rwanda Gorilla Safaris
Uganda – Rwanda is a neighboring country meaning they experience the same weather conditions.
Going for Gorilla trekking –tracking safaris can be visited throughout the year but the best time to travel without any inconvenience is during the drier seasons, which usually happens from June to September and December to February yearly.
Well, you can still visit in the wet season months; which tend to happen from March –Mid May and July to September best for birders, and accommodation rates are always low thus favoring travelers on a budget. Visiting gorillas in low season, there is a low demand for gorilla permits which guarantees visitors a high chance to see these critically endangered mountain gorillas with no competition though the trekking trails can be muddy and slippery. Get started booking now!
