7 Easy Steps To Track Mountain Gorillas In Uganda
The sheer size of mountain gorillas u2013 especially the male silverback u2013 is enough to engender awe, but the first thing youu2019ll probably notice when you come face to face with these astonishing primates is their intelligence and lack of fear. Unlike other wild animals, which are naturally cautious in the presence of humans, gorillas, along with chimpanzees, have no such fear. Before Travel Know Some Basic Facts About Mountain Gorillas 1. Mountain Gorillas share 98% of the humanu2019s DNA. 2. Less than 1,000 Mountain Gorillas live todayu2014 as such, they are critically endangered. 3. Mountain Gorillas are different from low-land gorillas that youu2019ll see in the zoo or other parts of Africa. 4. They can be found only in the mountains of Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda 5. It was once believed that their species might be extinct by the end of the twentieth century Where To Track The Mountain Gorillas? Mountain Gorillas, for obvious reasons, can be tracked in Uganda, Congo, and Rwanda. But where is the best place to track them? Itu2019s in Uganda!!! Best Places To Track Mountain Gorillas In Uganda Is; u2022tMgahinga Gorilla National Park u2022tBwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park How To Get A Visa For Uganda Gorilla Tracking? Visa on Arrival is $50 and you only need your passport and your yellow fever vaccine. They might ask for your itinerary too. E-Visa is also available here. You just have to apply for e-visa online and choose the Multiple Entry East African Visa and within 3 days youu2019ll get the approval! You need to apply in the country where you will first enter, once you get the document, print it. Show a copy to the Immigration Officer together with your passport and yellow fever vaccine, of course. How To Track The Mountain Gorillas In Uganda? If you are think, you track them through tracking device, and then you are wrong. Because gorillas are always moving around so itu2019s really hard to find them. But early in the morning, a group of East African Jungle Safariu2019s Guides hike ahead of a scheduled group and follow the Gorillasu2019 fresh poops in order to find them! Be Aware! Restrictions During The Mountain Gorilla Tracking 1. Only a maximum of 8 people are allowed to go on a trek, so make sure to get your permit way ahead of time 2. Only 10 groups are allowed per day 3. The maximum time you can spend with the gorillas is one hour u2013 Because You Have To Cover Large Places Within A Day 4. If you are feeling ill, or you are carrying a contagious disease, volunteer to stay behind. An alternative visit will be arranged for you, or you will be refunded your money Tips On Booking The Mountain Gorilla Tracking In Uganda 1. Book ahead of time. Before 1 months ahead. There are only limited slots so make sure to get yours before slots get sold out. Contact #EastAfricanJungleSafaris. 2. Bring cold cashu2013USD Is Most Preferable. Because ATMs are hard to find & exchange rates are terrible!! 3. Donu2019t even think of doing it on your own. Aside from being dangerous, itu2019s impossible! Security checkpoints are everywhere so good luck in penetrating with them on the watch. 4. Be on your proper hiking clothes- bring gloves and raincoat too. The climb is tough, and with the unpredictable weather, it could be tougher! If you are adventure lover & ready for the breathtaking experience, literally and figuratively. Then the Gorilla Tracking Uganda is the best choice for you. Follow these above steps & make your trip hassel free. Address: P.O.BOX 30324 Kampala Nakasero Zainab Aziiza Emporium L6 C 1-1 Plot 2 Entebbe Road Kampala u2013 Uganda, East Africa Contact Details: Email: info@eastafricanjunglesafaris.com Telephone: 256-414-694893 Mobile: 256-752-820818/ 256-772-064855
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