What to recommend for gorilla trekking in Rwanda

Rwanda the gorilla trekking haven is one of the special habitats for gorilla trekking. You must have the below to enjoy this great encounter. Rwanda is the only habitat where you can do a 2 day gorilla trekking safari especially those with limited time in Africa. Check the below recommendations. CONTACT US

Gorilla Tracking In Rwanda

• What To Recommend on Gorilla Tracking Safari Rwanda

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• Rwanda is generally a hilly country and cold for most parts of the day. You must park some warm clothes for yourself especially during the wet seasons when it gets so cold. 
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• Book your gorilla trekking permit early so that you don’t miss out this great experience. Gorilla trekking permits in Rwanda cost $ 1500 and you may go through a tour operator or visit the ORTPN which is the gorilla permit selling body.
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• Carry some hard cash on you in case you need to buy some thing or you need to make payment because in Africa, credit cards are not so commonly used. 
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• Gorilla trekking in Rwanda requires you to book accommodation early and closer to Volcanoes National Park. This will assist you to head to the ranger station in time for briefing. You will be advised on what you need to do while you trek to see the gorillas. To have success, you need to follow the recommendations given by the ranger guide because they have more knowledge about the behavior of the mountain gorillas than what you read about.

Gorilla Tracking in Rwanda

• As for the gorilla trekking clothes, you need to remember to pack the trekking boots, long sleeved shirts, long trousers, hut, camera, insect repellant and so much more. Volcanoes national Park is situated in a water catchment area so you will come across a number of rivers and the surface is water logged
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• For those who wish to do a 2 day gorilla trekking tour, ensure that you book a late night flight so that you can freshen up and catch up with your flight back home. Book a lodge or hotel closer to the Airport for easier transportation especially for the late night departures.
• Apply for a visa to Rwanda early enough to avoid inconveniences while at the airport or at the border, Even if you are connecting from one country to another. In case you have two trekking dates that is to say in Rwanda and Uganda, you may book the East African Visa that will assist you while at the border.
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• During Gorilla Trekking

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• Gorilla trekking starts early so you must remember that you need to pack your gorilla trekking gears. They are very vital for your trek to be successful but you must remember to carry your lunch box. Because the time of return is not known.
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• During gorilla trekking briefing, you are recommended to carry nothing but memories of your gorilla trek however, you need to have a camera to take some amazing shots to show your family or friends.

Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

• In case you are not sure of your fitness, hire a porter to carry your belonging and give you support when you are tired. Also Make it a point to ask for a walking stick for extra support especially when you get to the boggy ground.
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• Gorillas are susceptible to human diseases, ensure that you inform the authorities in time so that you do not affect the highly protected mountain gorillas with your communicable disease.
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• Buy a souvenir to directly support the local community but this is not compulsory.