For many, this is a once in a life-time chance to get up close with mountain gorilla families and explore their habitat. Awe-inspiring, majestic and humbling, a glimpse into the social structure and lives of these primates is sure to be a talking point for months after you’ve travelled. Be prepared – hikes to see them can be strenous, but you will have the back-up of expert guides and porters to assist you every step of the way.
For those wanting more exclusivity (trekking groups have up to eight people), consider a full day gorilla habituation experience instead – you spend four hours with the gorillas, alongside rangers and researchers working to habituate new groups to human visitors.
