Primates Safaris are growing in popularity to tourists looking for safaris in Africa. There are several East African and Central African countries that host several primates in Africa. Thousands of visitors come to Rwanda to view the great mountain gorillas. These are found in the Volcanoes National Park located in the northern part of the

Is It Safe to Go Gorilla Trekking
Getting to know about safety and security of the destination before traveling is incredibly the most crucial factor in travel today. When it comes to mountain gorilla adventures, two important questions need to be addressed; Firstly, how safe is the destination itself? and Secondly how safe is it to encounter the rare mountain gorillas while

What Makes Rwanda the Safest Destination for Gorilla Trek?
Anyone traveling to a destination he or she is not conversant with would be concerned about the safety and security within the destination. The first question asked by intending gorilla trekkers is “is Rwanda really safe for a gorilla trekking safari? The answer is definitely yes. Mountain Gorillas are exceptional creatures (with only 1050 individuals

Essential Things to Pack for a Gorilla Safari
When planning to visit Uganda, Rwanda or Democratic Republic of Congo for gorilla trekking, you need comfortable clothing and avoid shouting colors. Even if you were to stay for 2-3 nights on a gorilla safari, you will be in places where it may be difficult to buy a new clothing or equipment. And the fact

Red Rocks Integrating Tourism, Conservation and Community Development
Red Rocks Integrating Tourism, Conservation and Community Development

Despite spatial importance of national parks and other protected areas and increasing threats posed to nature by different agents, successful conservation still remains inconsistent and, in some instances, controversial. Tourism is a challenging business. The whole of Africa only attracts 5% of global travellers. And the market is quite competitive. Tour operators have to deal

How Long Does a Gorilla Trek Last?
The moment you mention Rwanda or Uganda, many people’s minds rush to the endangered mountain gorillas. It is true with no doubt, gorilla tracking is the most sought after adventurous safari done in these two African countries. Every year these two countries attract a huge number of travelers all over the world who live their

What We Can Learn From Dian Fossey’s Gorilla Conservation Spirit
What We Can Learn From Dian Fossey’s Gorilla Conservation Spirit

Are you a scientist, conservationist or naturalist? What have you learnt about Dian Fossey and mountain gorillas? Dian Fossey was a primatologist; conservationist, scientist as well as an anthropologist famously known for her research on the world’s critically endangered mountain gorillas of the Virunga complex in 1960’s and 1980’s. Spending about 18 years while in

5 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Mountain Gorillas
Mountain gorillas are currently increasing in numbers after near extinction due to habitat loss, poaching, human diseases and civil conflicts. Thanks to conservation efforts, there are more than 880 individuals in the wild. Being one of the extremely rare animals on earth, the chance to see them in their natural habitat attracts many travelers who
What Makes Rwanda Gorilla Safaris Unique
Rwanda Gorilla Safaris are exceptional and worth undertaking for a number of reasons, which when undertaken will leave travellers breathless. Most travellers are left wondering why Rwanda Gorilla Safaris are so special and unique from the cheaper options of Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks of Uganda as well as the phenomenal Virunga National