Packing for a Gorilla tours
What to bring for a gorilla tour
Wear shoes with good traction, suitable for steep muddy slopes.- Gorilla tracking can be a long and grueling walk, so track yourself.
- Good manners, for gorilla watchers.
- Carry rain gear, sunscreen and a hat, as the weather is fickle.
- Carry water and food.
- Keep your voice down or quiet, you will see and hear more if you do.
- If approached by a gorilla, back away slowly to keep 5m separation.
- Don’t point or walk your arms- This can be seen as a threat. Move slowly.
- Carry binoculars, because you will see much more!. You can hire them at the park office if you don’t have them.
- Departure is invariably at 8:30am. If you are late, you lose your place because there are always many people in line for stand-by places.
- When taking photos, you should remember flash is not allowed. Use a fast film (400-800ASA); over expose if possible.
There are a couple of gorilla safari packages for those of you who wish to want to know how to see gorillas in the wild; Rwanda gorilla tours, Uganda gorilla tour
