If you’re a nature lover, there’s no better place to go than Africa. The continent has some of the most incredible wildlife and natural beauty in the world. One of its most notable species is the golden monkey, which can be found throughout sub-Saharan Africa (but not in all parts). If you want to see these beautiful creatures up close, read on!
Golden monkeys are easier to see than gorillas, but you must go to sub-Saharan Africa to see them. The golden monkey, also known as the colobus monkey (named for its yellow facial hair), is a species of primates that lives in sub-Saharan Africa. They’re endangered and can only be seen at specific locations in the wild.
Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda
Nyungwe National Park is a protected area in Rwanda located in the country’s north. It is home to many primates, including golden monkeys and chimpanzees. The park has two lakes, several waterfalls, and hiking trails that allow visitors to get close to these animals without disturbing them.
The park was founded in 1974 by a group of conservationists who wanted to protect the local ecosystem from poachers killing off its wildlife for their meat or skins. Today it is one of Africa’s most significant national parks, with over 2900 km² (1150 sq mi) covering three different types: grassland savannah, moist forest, and tropical rainforest (including endangered species).
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is located in southwestern Uganda, and it’s home to some of the most exciting wildlife you’ll find anywhere. The park is home to the rare mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) and golden monkeys. The park also contains several other primates, including chimpanzees, bonobos, and Equatorial African green monkeys (Chlorocebus pygerythrus).
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Uganda
Mgahinga is located in the western half of Uganda and is best visited between March and November. The park was established in 1962 and covered over 1 million acres (2 million hectares). It has an average elevation of 2,500 feet above sea level with an average annual rainfall of about 60 inches per year. There are four distinct habitats within Mgahinga: montane forest, bamboo forests, lowland grasslands/savanna areas, and wetlands that support birds such as hornbills.
The golden monkey can be seen all year round. Still, their numbers peak during the dry season from December through February when they descend from higher altitudes to search for food sources in lower elevations where there may be less vegetation cover due to recent rains or deforestation activities by humans who have cleared land for agriculture purposes like growing crops such as cassava root which provides sustenance for livestock owners if not eaten directly (this usually happens if you’re starving).
Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo is home to the most significant number of golden monkeys on Earth. It also contains elephants, chimpanzees, and okapis. This national park can be reached by flying into Goma or Bukavu airports from Kinshasa or Lubumbashi airports, respectively (these are both cities in the Democratic Republic of Congo).
Visitors who wish to stay within the boundaries of Virunga National Park should be sure that rangers have approved their accommodation before arrival; otherwise, they may have trouble accessing certain areas
Conclusion
If you’re a fan of primates, then there is no better place than Africa to see them in their natural habitats. The Golden Monkey is one of the most elusive and fascinating species on Earth—and will be for decades to come.
