Does rain affect gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda

in uganda

Gorilla trekking in the smallest national park in the country was first done in 1994 after 2 years of habituating the Nyakagezi gorilla family. Since then, gorilla trekking has taken off in the country with over 20 gorillas that tourists can enjoy while on an itinerary.

When the status changed to a national park in 1991.  With two years of inhabiting the Mubare gorilla family, gorilla trekking officially started in 1993. With the evolution of time, other gorilla sectors were made in Bwindi, including Buhoma, Ruhija, and Rushegura, due to the increased demand for the activity.

In Rwanda

In Rwanda, the home of the amazing mountain gorillas is the Volcanoes National Park, which existence established when it was gazetted in 1925. The park’s premises were extended in 1929 by the Belgian Colonial government.

The activities of gorilla trekking in this country came to a standstill because the park had become a battlefield during the years of the Rwanda genocide.

Procedures for which gorilla trekking is currently carried out.

On the trekking day, tourists start their preparations in the wee hours by gathering around at the headquarters of the park to have a brief meeting where they are informed of the trekking rules and regulations. After the gathering, tourists form groups of eight individuals and hit the jungle.

National parks for Gorillas.

It is amazingly that the park harbors almost half of what is left in the world for this species. This famed national park, found in the southwestern part of the country, has four gorilla sectors named Ruhija, Buhoma, Nkuringo, and Rushaga.

The southern region of Bwindi blossoms due to the prestigious Nkuringo sector with the following gorilla families. Nkuringo was the first gorilla group to be habituated in the southern region of the park in 1997. It boasts 11 members and has a tantalizing history, and Bushasho with 8 members.

Gorilla National Parks in Rwanda.

The northwestern part of the country is where this majestic park is found, bordering Congo’s Virungas.

Effects of Rain During Gorilla Trekking.

What happens when it rains during gorilla trekking? The experience becomes more challenging, the trails become muddy and slippery. Although generally, the rain does not bother the gorillas, visitors need to stay dry. During the rain, gorillas may seek shelter under the trees or areas with denser foliage, which makes gorilla sightings difficult.

When it rains during the trek, your ranger guide will guide you in accordance with the situation. During the dry season, the trails in the parks are dry, less muddy, and slippery compared to the rainy season. It is therefore easy to navigate through the forest during the dry season.