Congo remains one of the few countries where mountain gorillas and eastern lowland gorillas live in protected reserves within their native habitat. That fact alone places it in a rare category of primate conservation destinations. But unlike its regional neighbours, the Democratic Republic of Congo carries an additional weight: history, complexity, and misperception. Virunga and...Read More
Gorilla trekking involves regulated entry into protected forest habitats to observe wild gorillas under strict conservation rules. Access is limited, controlled, and highly sought after. Choosing a tour operator is a critical part of the gorilla trekking experience. Tour operators must secure permits through national park authorities before any trek begins. Without them, no one...Read More