WHAT NEXT FOR MOUNTAIN GORILLAS AFTER 2017!

Gorillas are one of the very few wonders and most interesting primates to watch , gorillas are only found in few places like Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo, these comprise of both Low land and mountain gorillas there number of rules that we follow in order to ensure Eco friendly and sustainability of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

In Uganda, gorillas are found within Bwindi impenetrable forest, the forest is spread in 4 major gorilla trekking locations, namely; Buhoma, Ruhijja, Nkuringo and Rushaga, each of those trekking spots have a number of gorilla families, all have uniform binding trekking rules that govern this exercise in order to ensure there’s sustainability of these apes in their natural habitat. In all countries, trekkers are given a maximum of one hour with the gorillas viewing and photographing mountain gorillas except if one is going for exclusive gorilla habituation that allows one to stay longer with mountain gorillas for 4 hours.

It’s advisable for clients to book their accommodation in relation to the location of their gorilla permits. Please consult your booking agency the name of the gorilla permit location to avoid last minute disappointment. Some groups start their trek from the park headquarters, while others will have to drive to a starting point into the forest. you will know the gorilla group you are going to track after a short briefing in the morning at the respective park headquarters in that place.

However, it should be noted that, meeting and looking into the eyes of a gorilla is unforgettable and life time event.So, one hour is worth the amount paid for the Gorilla trekking permit. Finding the gorillas can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours (sometimes much longer than expected). These are wild animals not a zoo and the trackers have to locate where the gorillas have gone each day in advance before clients move into the jungle in search of these apes just to make sure the trekkers and rangers are on the same page . Please note that there’s no refund given back unless one has a genuine reason for not going into the forest, a refund can only be processed if one falls sick before going for registration and paper work has to be presented.

In Uganda, Rwanda and DRC Congo , gorilla trekking is a year round activity and permits are issued every day by the respective park authorities, Congo permits go for $400, Uganda $600 all year around, Rwanda $1500.

A number of reasons have been raised ( when is the best time to go gorilla trekking?) there’s no clear answer on this since permits are issued on daily basis, so it depends on when one has time for holiday. However most people prefer to go during the dry season since they want to combine wildlife and primates at the same time, others choose to go in the wet season when there is plenty of food in the jungle and gorillas don’t move a lot.

Ultimate Gorilla Trek Clothing!

The best trekking clothes is determined by number of reasons as some people prefer to travel light while others prefer to have more packed suit cases therefore I would recommend a number of things to make the trekking more fun and enjoyable like, waterproof trousers or convertible safari pants (quick dry) but they are fairly thin,wear gaitors so as to protect yourself from stinging nettles, its good to have garden gloves though the guides are good at clearing the path and pointing out the stinging nettles. where possible you may carry your rain jacket.

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Gorilla Trekking Africa

Gorilla trekking in africa, Gorilla are ranked no1 on every ones bucket list of the things “must see”in the world, gorillas are among the 4 major subspecies of primates that almost move close to Orangtons in Indonesia,Bonobos in Drc congo, and both mountain gorillas and low land gorillas in Uganda Rwanda and DRC congo

gorillas in Africa

Gorillas are one of the very few wonders and most interesting primates to watch , gorillas are only found in few places like Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo, these comprise of both Low land and mountain gorillas there number of rules that we follow in order to ensure Eco friendly and sustainability of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. In Uganda, gorillas are found within Bwindi impenetrable forest, the forest is spread in 4 major gorilla trekking locations, namely; Buhoma, Ruhijja, Nkuringo and Rushaga, each of those trekking spots have a number of gorilla families, all have uniform binding trekking rules that govern this exercise in order to ensure there’s sustainability of these apes in their natural habitat. In all countries, trekkers are given a maximum of one hour with the gorillas viewing and photographing mountain gorillas except if one is going for exclusive gorilla habituation that allows one to stay longer with mountain gorillas for 4 hours. It’s advisable for clients to book their accommodation in relation to the location of their gorilla permits. Please consult your booking agency the name of the gorilla permit location to avoid last minute disappointment. Some groups start their trek from the park headquarters, while others will have to drive to a starting point into the forest. you will know the gorilla group you are going to track after a short briefing in the morning at the respective park headquarters in that place. However, it should be noted that, meeting and looking into the eyes of a gorilla is unforgettable and life time event.So, one hour is worth the amount paid for the Gorilla trekking permit. Finding the gorillas can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours (sometimes much longer than expected). These are wild animals not a zoo and the trackers have to locate where the gorillas have gone each day in advance before clients move into the jungle in search of these apes just to make sure the trekkers and rangers are on the same page . Please note that there’s no refund given back unless one has a genuine reason for not going into the forest, a refund can only be processed if one falls sick before going for registration and paper work has to be presented. In Uganda, Rwanda and DRC Congo , gorilla trekking is a year round activity and permits are issued every day by the respective park authorities, Congo permits go for $400, Uganda $600 all year around, Rwanda $1500. A number of reasons have been raised ( when is the best time to go gorilla trekking?) there’s no clear answer on this since permits are issued on daily basis, so it depends on when one has time for holiday. However most people prefer to go during the dry season since they want to combine wildlife and primates at the same time, others choose to go in the wet season when there is plenty of food in the jungle and gorillas don’t move a lot. Ultimate Gorilla Trek Clothing! The best trekking clothes is determined by number of reasons as some people prefer to travel light while others prefer to have more packed suit cases therefore I would recommend a number of things to make the trekking more fun and enjoyable like, waterproof trousers or convertible safari pants (quick dry) but they are fairly thin,wear gaitors so as to protect yourself from stinging nettles, its good to have garden gloves though the guides are good at clearing the path and pointing out the stinging nettles. where possible you may carry your rain jacket. All by ACTIVE AFRICAN VACATIONS. ( http://www.vacation-safaris.com

Boatcruise Down The Mighty River Nile

The mighty river Nile is the longest river in Africa and in the whole world that covers almost 8 countries, The River Nile takes its name from the Greek word ‘Nelios’ meaning River Valley being the longest. River in the world it covers 6,853 km (4,258 miles) although many people consider it an Egyptian river, it actually flows through many countries and is the primary water source for both Egypt and Sudan this makes it to be called the Nile basin and all these 9 countries are called the Nile basin countries,

There are many attractions that are found along side this magnificent river including national parks and safari concessions that stake their claim along this famous river creating a magnificent wildlife destination.

The mighty river Nile cuts through, Rwanda, Uganda, Burundi, Kenya, Ethiopia, Egypt, Tanzania Sudan, and Zaire on its way to the Indian Ocean. The base of river Nile or its source is still un clear as most people say, according to the British explorer Levison woods, he says that the Nile  forms its source from kibira forest close to Nyungwe forest national falls, while the Rwanda’s also say that river Nile has its source from Nyungwe forest where the water flows down to join river nyabalongo to the great river Akagera that flows towards lake Victoria  while the Ugandans say that, the source of river nine is in jinja at the point where the river babels comes out towards the rocky areas around this place in the middle of no where the river gets its first name as “Victoria Nile”.

There are many  activities that takes place a long side this this magical river among which is the Rafting on river Nile, rafting on the Nile is done in Jinja where a number of companies participate in this activity , rafting is divided into half day rafting grade 4 farting  $125 and full day rafting $145 ,  this takes you to this magical experience to explore the Nile with companies like, Nalubale rafting club, adrift, rafting on the Nile, rafters etc al these have daily departures from Kampala at no extra cost.

There are several national parks and safari concessions that stake their claim along this famous river creating a magnificent wildlife territory

Boat cruise on this magical river is done in Murchison falls national park, at uniform fee of $30 per person for foreign non residents and locals pay  UGx 20,000 .There are 2 session of the ride in this area, one being the famous boar ride to the bottom of the falls, this is arranged so that one gets a chance to view the Nile from the bottom of the falls having done the walk to the top of the falls, normally this 30 minutes walk is charged a fee of $15 and its accompanied by the park ranger guide whom you met at the starting point of the hike, various animals can be spotted on such ride these include, elephants, Buffalos, Antelopes, crocs and lions on river banks esp during the dry spell.

The second boat ride would be the ride to delta, this boat ride to the delta is arranged for those who target to see the rare African bird known as the “Shoe bill”shoe bill are called African rare birds because of its uniqueness beak and it being capable to stay in one place for more than an hour , can only be spotted in mabamba swamp, Murchison falls park and at the delta before the Nile joins lake Albert to form the Albert Nile.

The river has made many people to earn a living due to its presence in the area.