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Gorilla trekking

Gorilla trekking is a popular activity that involves hiking through dense forests in search of endangered gorillas in their natural habitat. This activity typically takes place in UgandaRwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, which are home to three species of gorillas: mountain gorillas, eastern lowland gorillas, and western lowland gorillas.


To go gorilla trekking, visitors need to obtain a permit from the national park authorities in the respective country where they plan to visit. The permit allows visitors to join a guided tour group led by trained rangers who will take them on a trek through the forest to the gorilla's habitat.


The trek can be physically demanding and challenging as it involves hiking through steep and muddy terrain, dense vegetation, and unpredictable weather.


However, the reward of seeing these magnificent animals up close and in their natural habitat is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that is well worth the effort.


During the trek, visitors are only allowed to spend a limited time with the gorillas to minimize disturbance and the risk of transmitting diseases. Visitors are also required to keep a minimum distance of 7 meters (23 feet) from the gorillas and to follow strict guidelines to ensure the safety of both the gorillas and visitors.


Gorilla trekking not only provides visitors with a unique wildlife experience, but it also helps to support conservation efforts in protecting these endangered animals and their habitat.

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