The Complete guide to gorilla tracking in Africa
Welcome to the Gorilla Tracking Guide, the No. 1 resource for those planning to go gorilla trekking in Africa. This guide is devoted to delivering all the information you need to know about gorilla tracking in Africa. Find information on places to visit (where to go), where to stay and how to plan a memorable a gorilla trek to Africa. We offer information on the different gorilla parks, habituated gorilla groups and their location, advice on best time to go gorilla tracking, how to plan a trek and travel tips to make your travel simple.
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Gorillas in Africa
Closely linked to humans by DNA gorillas are one of the four subspecies of Apes and are natively found in Africa. The gorillas’ natural habitats cover tropical or subtropical forests in Africa. The gorillas live in a wide range of elevations; the mountain gorilla live in the Albertine Rift montane cloud forests of the Virunga Volcanoes, ranging in altitude from 2,200–4,300 metres (7,200–14,100 ft) while the lowland gorillas live in dense forests and lowland swamps and marshes as low as sea level. The western lowland gorillas living in Central West African countries and eastern lowland gorillas living in the Democratic Republic of the Congo near its border with Rwanda.
Gorilla Tracking
Gorilla Tracking is an activity that involves travelers hiking through the wild jungles of Africa in search of the gorillas – great apes that are only native to the continent. Gorillas are found in 10 countries within Africa. Gorilla tracking in ranks among the the absolute adventures that travelers to Africa should not miss! the excitement and exhilaration attached to meeting the mountain gorillas eye to eye in the wild tropical rain forests of Africa is not only difficult to describe but also a memorable lifetime experience. Gorillas are enormous animals; up to three times the size of man, very strong, having a fearsome look though remarkably peaceful if not provoked. An encounter with these great apes is one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences that you can enjoy during a safari in Africa. Within selected countries in Africa there are several habituated gorilla families that can be visited by tourists. On this guide learn about gorilla families’, gorilla tourism, conservation and the related news and updates on gorilla tracking in Africa.
Where to Go
There are several countries where travelers can go gorilla trekking in Africa.
Mountain Gorilla Tracking
Tracking the endangered mountain gorillas in the Virungas or Bwindi ranks among the best adventures one can enjoy on an Africa safari. The exhilaration attached to watching these great apes in the tropical rain forests is not easy to describe. Mountain Gorillas are found in three countries; Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. These are the most popular destinations where travelers can visit the mountain gorillas in the wild with Uganda and Rwanda being the best choice to most travelers.
Uganda
Seeing mountain gorillas in the wild tropical rain forests of Western Uganda is the most popular activity that brings tourists to this East African nation. For the past 20 years Uganda has become a popular destination for gorilla tracking and thousands of travelers have visited these great apes. Read More
Rwanda
Watching the mountain gorillas of Rwanda is such an exciting experience!!! Today Rwanda is a favorite destination for gorilla tracking. It is possible to go for gorilla trekking on a day trip from Kigali and most gorilla tours take a duration of 2-7 Days tours! Read More
Congo
Congo could have been one of the best destinations for gorilla tracking given that it hosts both the mountain gorillas and the lowland gorillas. In the eastern part of the country lies Virunga National Park home to the known mountain gorillas. Read More
These are the four national parks where mountain gorilla trekking takes place:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in the far southwest of Uganda
- Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda
- Virunga National Park in the eastern region of the DRC
Lowland Gorilla Tracking
For those looking for lowland gorillas, there are a few countries known to offer safaris to see these apes. The Republic of Congo, Gabon and the Central African Republic are the known destination where travelers can see these great apes on an organized safari.
Gabon
Gabon offers a great opportunity to travelers who would like to see the western lowland gorillas. There are several locations where one can see these giants in Gabon, a green country in Central Africa.
Mountain Gorillas
There are about 880 mountain gorillas remaining on Planet Earth, living within the thick forests of the Virunga mountains and Bwindi Impenetrable Forests in East – Central Africa. These creatures live on the green, volcanic slopes of three countries; Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Travel Tips
Planning a gorilla tracking adventure can be challenging. Meeting gorillas is something that has to be experienced to be believed. Get helpful advice and information on gorilla tracking in Africa. Read More