The Quest for Rwanda Mountain Gorillas
The activity of gorilla trekking in Rwanda is an event which is dreamed by many nature photographers and realized by few while the anticipation, preparation and physical effort of getting to where the gorilla are. When trekking through the virgin jungle in Rwanda, you will yourselves in the world of mountain and you will go about their daily routine. If you have a camera, you will be allowed to take photographs and no one will anticipate the feeling of tranquility which is associated with close contact with these rare primates. Photographing a 550 pound gorilla is one the most exciting activities tourists will enjoy when he/she is in Rwanda.
The lure of the primeval forest habitat when coupled with photographing the endangered animal of legend makes your safari a challenge that you have never attempted to take and the obstacles are very many and these include getting yourself along with your photo equipment. There is also a high working order, trekking an unknown distance through daunting terrain, and finally pointing the camera in the right direction and pushing the button at the right time. Note that what you might not factor in is the slight rise in body temperature which might be due the excitement of being so close to a 550 pound silverback and combining with the humid jungle air, causing your glasses to fog over completely.
If you are a United States of America Citizen, you require no Visa to enter the republic of Rwanda and passports must be valid for at least 6 months after entry date. The prices for your safari will include all ground transportation, accommodations and meals mentioned on the itinerary, gorilla tracking permits for 3 days, all activities and excursions mentioned in the itinerary, bottled water in vehicles, services of professional trackers/guides during tracking, English speaking guide/driver throughout the program, medical emergency evacuation coverage, one porter per person per gorilla tracking, and all tips except for guide/driver.
When you are booking for a gorilla safari, the price does not include international airfare, flights from Kilimanjaro to Kigali. However approximately $365 per person is required to be booked on your behalf once you sign up for the program and visa fees, any beverages throughout the trip except for bottled water in vehicles. Be prepared to tip during meals, tips for guide/driver, and any personal extras such as phone calls, minibar, and laundry. About $2,500 per person which is non-refundable deposit is necessary to confirm a booking and the final payments are due no later than 95 days prior to departure. The cancellations received less than 95 days prior to departure are not refundable and the Travel/trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. In case you wish to get any more information concerning how to book in Rwanda, you should contact our company for advice.
