Reviews of Mountain Gorilla View
Wildlife sightings and reviews
114 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Mountain Gorilla View and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Did what it was supposed to do."
The food was excellent and huge variety. Staff was unfailingly friendly and helpful.
Fun to talk to fellow gorilla trekkers and to compare notes in the lounge." See all these reviews: 25n in Tanzania; 3n in Rwanda
"A good home base for the Gorilla trekking"
However, I must say the communication could be improved. There is a daily dance show but we were not informed of the timing. The shoe cleaning service is definately a plus but we were only aware of it when our guide told us." See all these reviews: 5n in Tanzania; 4n in Rwanda
"Cool, rustic lodge in a great setting."
The visit to the Volcanos National Park to see the mountain gorillas was naturally the highlight and an amazing experience. We made two trips over two days. The first was a 2hr at times strenuous hike up the side of the mountain. When we came to the gorillas they were "lounging" right by the trail. We spent an unbelievable hour observing them from up close. The second day was if possible even more amazing. Just a short 45 minute hike this time through the bamboo forrest and there they were. Here are a few pictures that give a bit of a sense of the experience: http://www.luumi.us/Public/Mountain-Gorillas
The knowledge and care of the guides and rangers was as encouraging as it was impressive. How well everything was organized made it very worth the relatively high price of admissions.
This article written by a New York Times reporter only two months after our visit captures the experience well, with one notable exception: the reason that some of the trackers carry weapons is not to protect humans from the gorillas - there is no danger. It is to protect the gorillas from the occasional poacher who may come over from the Republic of Congo.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/25/travel/safari-gorillas-rwanda.html?_r=0
A visit to the local, traditional village where we were given a small peek into what traditional life only a few decades ago was like was a fun and educational experience as well." See all these reviews: 5n in Rwanda; 4n in Kenya
"goood for gorillas"
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the fire was lit in our room on the first night and the last night only. it was lovely. It was cold the other two nights. Fortunately we had brought hot water bottles with us.
Variety of food from the buffet was good. The meat was usually very tough even when casseroled.
The staff New Year celebrations were great" See all these reviews: 8n in Rwanda
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The second day we visited the Hirwa group, which was the most amazing experience with all ages of gorillas including a 6 week old baby. What a wonderful treat!" See all these reviews: 11n in Rwanda
"Very good base for gorilla trekking"
Room was comfortable and clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. Our boots were cleaned very well especially on the second day when we only had 30 minutes before we left. Meals are average but OK. Contrary to other reports there is 24 hour electricity.
So a good base without spending the very high prices at other lodges." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia; 3n in Rwanda; 2n in Kenya
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Food was good; offering a wide variety of courses." See all these reviews: 5n in Tanzania; 5n in Rwanda; 1n in Kenya
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