Undeniably the most unique primate that survives in the forgotten forests of Africa is the Mountain Gorilla.
Gorillas are the largest of the great apes, the group that includes chimpanzees and orang-utans, they contain 97% of the genetic make-up of humans - a paper statistic that is meaningless until you come face to face with these gentle giants. Similarities in the physiology of humans and apes are striking but more fascinating are the similarities in social behaviour, intellectual behaviour and expression of emotions. They express emotions similar to those we call joy and sadness, fear and despair. They can suffer mentally as well as physically. They are so like us!
In contrast to the six billion human beings living on our crowded planet, there are only some 650 Mountain Gorillas left on the borders of Uganda, Rwanda and Congo. Seeing them in the wild is something only a few people will ever have the chance to experience. A safari to this mesmerizing area or Africa to see these great apes is an unforgettable and unique lifetime experience.
There are differences between, as well as pros and cons, of the areas where you can go and see the Gorillas, variables such as terrain, scenery, photographic opportunities and the abundance of other wildlife is what makes us recommend one area over another to a client.