Gorilla Safaris are a fun and exciting way to visit Africa. The best place to see these amazing animals is in one of the parks listed below. Each has different ecosystems with varying levels of gorillas, but all offer an unforgettable view of these incredible creatures. If you want to see these gentle giants, you must go on a gorilla safari. Gorillas are wild animals and can be dangerous if not handled properly. They need to be fed every two hours, so ensure your group has someone who knows how to do this job well.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is located in the Great Rift Valley of Eastern DR Congo and borders Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park covers an area of 2,200 square kilometers. It has a rugged topography with forested hills, grassland plains, and many streams running through it.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is home to around 80% of all African mountain gorillas! You can expect to see plenty of them here, but you may also see chimpanzees or forest elephants along with your gorillas!
The average temperature at Mgahinga is 28 degrees Celsius during the summer months (March-May) and 24 degrees Celsius during the winter months (June – August). Rainfall averages around 700mm per year
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park is located in Rwanda, just south of the city of Gisenyi. The park has two different areas: one with forested hills and another with grasslands. You can take several walks through the park, but if you want to see gorillas, we recommend visiting during their mating season (November to January).
If you’re planning a trip from Kigali or Bujumbura, it’s best to fly into Rwanda’s capital before heading overland into Volcanoes National Park via bus or shared taxi (about $10). The road towards the park can be rough—but don’t worry! It’s paved through, so your vehicle won’t get stuck out there overnight as some other tourists have experienced before them!
Once at Volcanoes National Park, ensure everyone knows where they should go when looking for wildlife; remember that humans aren’t allowed within 500m of any gorilla group except during feeding time (which happens every afternoon between 2–4 pm). If this isn’t enough information for you, just follow signs pointing towards where different species might live depending on whether they’re looking for elephants first thing in the morning or last thing at nightfall.”
Bwindi Impenetrable Forrest National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is a rainforest in southwestern Uganda. The area is home to the largest population of mountain gorillas in the world, as well as other primates, including chimpanzees and golden monkeys.
Visitors can only access Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with a guide from one of two organizations: Eco-Tours Africa or Gorilla Trekking Service. Both companies have been operating for over 30 years, so you’ll be able to find one that suits your budget and needs best!
The tour includes transportation from Kampala (the capital city) through Rwanda before arriving at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, where you’ll spend at least three hours hiking through dense forests until finally reaching an observation deck where you’ll get up close and personal with some adorable baby gorillas (orangutans).
Virunga National Park
Virunga National Park is in the Democratic Republic of Congo and is home to critically endangered mountain gorillas. It also contains other wildlife, including chimpanzees and okapi. The park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
When you visit Virunga National Park, make sure you take your time—the vast area has many different landscapes that change depending on the season or time of day. You can hike through the lush jungle or explore cliffs high above Lake Edward (which has an underwater observatory). If you’re not interested in hiking up mountainsides at altitude, try renting bicycles for some spirited riding around town!
Kahuzi-Biega National Park
Kahuzi-Biega National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It’s home to some of Africa’s most endangered species, like golden monkeys and bushbucks.
The park was established in 1994 as part of an effort to protect these animals from poachers illegally hunting them for their horns and other body parts used in traditional medicine. Today it’s one of only seven wildlife reserves in the world where you can see gorillas up close—and it also offers plenty of other activities like hiking or birdwatching (we recommend visiting during March when birds arrive).
Conclusion
So there you have it! Gorillas are the incredible creature that deserves to be respected and protected. It’s great to know that you can visit them in their natural habitat without worrying about being attacked by poachers or other dangers. If you want more than just a glimpse at these fantastic animals, consider taking part in a gorilla safari tour as well; it will be one of the most memorable trips of your life!
