Are You Guaranteed To See Gorillas In Uganda And Rwanda?

Are You Guaranteed To See Gorillas In Uganda And Rwanda? Yes, it is guaranteed 98% that you will see gorillas during a visit to Uganda or Rwanda. Choose the best tailor-made tour itinerary with JimJam Safaris & Tours.

Are we guaranteed to encounter mountain gorillas is a recurrent question among travelers undertaking a gorilla trekking safari. It is a subject frequently searched for in almost all the gorilla trekking reviews online. Given the remarkable expenditure needed for gorilla trekking, inclusive of the cost of permits, air tickets, accommodation, visas, and transportation, tourists reasonably hunt for reassurance about the probability of meeting these spectacular primates. Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo largely invest in gorilla conservation efforts, even though they are endangered species but also because they heavily contribute to the country’s foreign exchange earnings. The high chances of seeing gorillas are a testament to their popularity.

Based on our considerable experience organizing gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the chances of seeing the gorillas are roughly 95%, even though we desire to underrate expectations by stating 100%. Gorilla trekking happens all year round including major public holidays with the only possible interference being crucial circumstances like war or insecurity in the park, as seen in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Even downpours can not prevent gorilla trekking activities from happening. We have only experienced one rare occasion in the past where two tourists were not able to get a glimpse of the gorillas. The husband became ill and jet lagged along the way hence stopping the wife from carrying on without him. Such circumstances are not common as we will investigate in the sessions below.

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It is paramount to let the rangers and park officials know about any physical limitations as youth do not necessarily equate to fitness or good health. In addition, individuals suffering from cough, flu, or diarrhea are prohibited from tracking gorillas to stop the passing of diseases to the primates. Mountain gorillas possess little immunity to human illnesses. If you feel that you may not be in a position to participate in a trek lasting over two hours, we highly advise you to inform your tour operator in advance so that arrangements can be made for a more manageable trek with a gorilla family closer to the starting point.

Now, let us talk about the chances of seeing the mountain gorillas. The uncelebrated champions of gorilla trekking are the advanced group of trackers. These committed creatures arise before sunrise to track down the gorilla groups before tourists are led into the forest. As soon as they locate a gorilla family, they pass on the exact location to the rangers using global positioning devices, radios, or satellite phones. The trackers also give guidance to the rangers regarding the best route to reach the gorilla group. In the absence of these advanced trackers, finding the gorillas would be very hard. Their role make sure that tourists and rangers do not walk aimlessly through the forest, increasing the likelihood of successful encounters.

In conclusion, we can convincingly say that the chances of getting a glimpse of the mountain gorillas are indeed very high. While we cannot guarantee specific encounters, it is demanding to make imaginations of a scenario where a physically fit tourist would miss out on such an exciting activity. The rangers always know the location of the gorillas before starting the trek and it is the trekker’s responsibility to follow their guidance and reach the primates. The time it takes to find the gorillas is unforeseeable and differs based on the location of the gorilla group that you are allocated to that day. Generally, gorilla trekking can last anywhere from 1 to 6 hours. One important particular of mountain gorillas is their limited movements as they hardly move for more than two hours. Unlike chimpanzees, mountain gorillas lead a relatively stationary life unless a dominant silverback perceives a threat from another silverback.

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