Watching gorillas in their natural setting is very fascinating. It is an experience that one will never forget in a lifetime. A lot of people travel to Rwanda to watch these majestic gentle primates. The gorillas in Rwanda are found in volcanoes national park located in Musanze district in the northeast of the country. It is approximately 3 hours’ drive from Kigali the capital of Rwanda and also the place where almost each and every safari tour starts. Volcanoes national park has a third of the world population of mountain gorillas that is 320 out of the about 900 individuals.
These primates do amazing things that are almost similar to what mankind does. With seeing these gorillas you can believe that man evolved from the apes. You can excuse me but all I can say these human beasts with fur on their bodies. It is really unbelievable in the way they lead their lives as the family is well set up like that of humans socially. They are led by the silver back the male who is responsible for protecting the family, looking for food and also building the shelter for the other gorillas and the female gorillas take care of the young ones.
Many people tend to believe that these primates are violent beasts but it is not the case, these are peaceful and vegetarian animals as they only feed on trees leaves and the fruits. Watching gorillas in the wild is not as easy as you may think as this needs when someone is physically fit. You will have to hike through the enchanting bamboo forested volcanic ranges to find these gorillas. It can take 2-8 hours to find a particular family of gorillas. These gorillas are nomads as they keep on moving from one place to another. When tracking them you have to follow their foot prints to find them. Although it is challenging to track these gorillas it is very adventurous as you move through the bamboo forest in the Virunga region. Your eyes are rewarded with seeing our wildlife like the different species of monkeys, trees vines and birds as also a good commentary about the gorillas and other wildlife in Virunga from the gorilla patron. It is suffice to note that you are given one hour to spend with the gorillas but it is an unforgettable moment in life as you interact with the gorillas and take photos of them.
There is an extra activity, you can take up while in Virunga forests in Rwanda and that is golden monkey tracking at the basement of volcanoes national park. These are unique monkeys with a golden color at their back. Who does not love gold in this world as you look at something with gold glittering, there is that good feeling you get. Golden monkey tracking always gives one an extra excitement after gorilla trekking.
Watching gorillas in their wildness is one of the best gifts that you can ever encounter in life. After watching these gorillas you will breach the gap between you and nature as you will start to love nature and understand the meaning of conserving and preserving it. It is a source of relaxation and enjoyment. You can never regret a trip of visiting gorillas in Virunga region in Rwanda.