How long is gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda?
Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
Gorilla trekking timings and conditions differ exceedingly as the gorillas walk constantly through the forest. This also influences how long and challenging the gorilla trek will be that day of your trek. Being prepared is more advantageous please keep in mind that the weather can change with very little warning. The terrain is often steep and through areas where there are no marked paths. It can be very demanding and it may take just a couple of hours although it can also take a full day of up to 8 hours or more of hiking in hot, high-altitude conditions. Therefore, please keep in mind that you must be ready for this by being as fit as possible.
The length of distance walked during gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda can take up to more than 9 miles which is approximately 3 hours to find the gorillas. This means you will spend approximately 6 hours each way. You will leave the hotel and set off for the gorilla trek at 6 am and be back by 3 pm. However please note that this is for the normal trek. At times gorilla trekking can take the whole day it is all determined by the nature that day and the movement of the gorillas in the forest.
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