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Numbering just over 1,000, the endangered mountain gorillas in Africa represent the ultimate game viewing encounter. Found in only a handful of locations (Uganda, Rwanda and The Democratic Republic of the Congo), trekkers will journey through a series of breathtaking forest routes to discover these striking creatures, and to be one of the few people who get to see them up close is a once in a lifetime experience.
Gorilla trekking is one of the most exciting experiences in Africa; knowledgeable rangers will help you track a gorilla family, carefully guiding you towards them; giving you up to an hour to observe these majestic creatures. The gorillas are wild but have become used to seeing humans after years of habituation, so you can watch young gorillas playfully interact with their parents, while a silverback looks straight at you.
The trek itself requires some stamina and a degree of luck, but you will be rewarded with an unforgettable and magical encounter with these wonderful primates. Permits are required to view the gorillas but they are certainly a worthy cause, as the money raised goes towards maintaining the parks and protecting the wildlife.
Whether your gorilla safari takes you to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, which is home to just under half of the world's mountain gorilla population, or Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, we source comfortable accommodation for you to stay in. When booking with us, you’ll stay in accommodation matched to your exact needs; our experts can provide personalised recommendations based on their own travel experiences. You’ll stay in authentic safari lodges like Bwindi Lodge in Uganda or Bisate Lodge in Rwanda, both offering a traditional feel as well as luxurious facilities.
When it comes to gorilla trekking holidays, there is no one better qualified to organise your trip than Africa Travel. We are the premier specialists for travel to Africa, with offices in the UK and South Africa, as well as over 30 years of travel experience. Using our specialist knowledge, we provide personalised recommendations and take care of everything you need for your gorilla trail adventure. From ideal accommodation and travel arrangements to organising the necessary permits for your trek, everything is considered by our experts.
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Julia’s love for travel began at a young age. Born in Cape Town, she spent many a holiday exploring Southern Africa with her family before starting her career in travel.
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Felicity, who joined Africa Travel in 2004, has worked in the travel industry for over 30 years and originally comes from South Africa's KwaZulu Natal province
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Sigrun, who joined Africa Travel in 2001, grew up in South Africa and has now been in the travel industry for almost 30 years.
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Christine fell in love with Africa over 30 years ago, and has been managing the Cape Town office since 2008, and is looking forward to exploring Namibia more.
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Shaun joined the travel industry just over 10 years ago, working first for an online travel booking portal and an ecotourism company, specialising in sustainable travel in Southern and East Africa.
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Debbie joined Africa Travel in May 2009 and has been in the travel industry for over 20 years, enjoying a number of roles, from airline ticketing to accounting.
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Christine first came to Africa as a young woman and immediately felt a connection which has never allowed her to leave. She lived in Johannesburg and in Knysna on the Garden Route, but came to Cape Town 22 years ago and realised it was where she wanted to be!
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Alyson grew up in Zimbabwe and it was her parents who influenced her a great love of the African bush. It was not just a love of the wildlife but the plant and bird life and everything that is associated in the wild spaces of Africa.
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