As
the Pearl of Africa, Uganda's beauty is only surpassed by its
most famous attraction - Bwindi, home of the elusive and treasured
mountain gorilla. It is estimated that only 650 Mountain Gorillas
remain in the world. They are found in only 3 countries and
Uganda is estimated to have at least one third of the population.
Gorilla trekking can be arduous, trekking through thick forests,
up steep slopes and down through valleys. Your trek can be long
or short, depending on where the gorillas have moved during
the night. Once located, most stays with the gorillas last about
an hour before the return trek to camp. Permits are limited
and advance booking is highly recommended. If you plan to include
Gorilla trekking in a pan-African holiday, we recommend planning
the Uganda portion first