Reviews: Gorilla Trekking Safari

"We went twice to see the gorillas both day were totally different, the fist day we walked 30 Minutes and there they were, the guide was interesting and very very funny we had a wonderful time.

The second was more difficult we walked much longer deep in the forest it was slippery and steep, we were helped by the porters, they were very kind, when we reached the gorillas it was still speed so it was sportive.

And when it is difficult to approach them it’s more fun" Read more about this whole safari

"Wonderful experience, especially that we got to be so close to the gorillas.
Excellent guides supported by porters and trackers.
Very knowledgable guides who are clearly dedicated to their work." Read more about this whole safari

"As before

[Ed: see review below for 2nd December]" Read more about this whole safari

"As before

[Ed: see review below for 2nd December]" Read more about this whole safari

"Excellent gorilla sightings.

The daily licence fee is now so high that most groups are mainly from the US.

Access to the gorilla families is generally much easier than in Bwindi, Uganda." Read more about this whole safari

"Excellent - see earlier comment

[Ed: This traveller's comments were:

"Excellent gorilla sightings.

The daily licence fee is now so high that most groups are mainly from the US.

Access to the gorilla families is generally much easier than in Bwindi, Uganda."" Read more about this whole safari

"It's hard to describe just how wonderful an experience this was. I did two one hour visits and would recommend doing two. The walk to my first group was gentle, the second was rather more strenuous. There are plenty of helping hands though, including your porter, so most people of reasonable fitness will be fine. The guides are very knowledgable and experienced and although there were some 'naughty' adolescent gorillas who got too close, I never felt at risk. The guides also understand the magical moment for us tourists and offer help with photos and suggest the best places to stand. Sabyinyo silverback lodge provided gaiters and gloves, and you are offered a stick to help with the hike - take it. When you see the gorillas, don't spend all the time behind your camera lens! It really is worth concentrating on a few good photos and then simply enjoy the experience. An hour goes quickly, but is enough - for both the gorilla and us." Read more about this whole safari

"See previous entry" Read more about this whole safari

"Encountering the gorillas in the forest was a wonderful experience.

We were able to get much closer to them than we had anticipated, because of the tightness of the undergrowth, and they did not seem at all disturbed. Their play and interactions were very moving." Read more about this whole safari

"A great visit." Read more about this whole safari