Gorillas

Beyond being the biggest primates on earth, gorillas are very smart animals and our very close human cousins. Given their superior size and incredible strength (can bench 800kg easily), one is right in wondering, what do gorillas feed on for their survival?

Gorilla tracking is one of the most exclusive wildlife experiences in the world. The activity involves hiking through thick natural forests and steep mountain slopes in search of the endangered mountain gorillas.

Sharing nearly 98% of our DNA, gorillas are more than just our enormous, hairy cousins. These gentle giants hold the title of the largest primate on Earth, but their strength is equally as fascinating as their calm and kind disposition.

Gorillas build elaborate nests each night, communicate with a complex language of vocalizations, and live in tight-knit social groups led by a silverback - and much more. The feeling of seeing the young gorillas interact with each other while the older ones play parent is more than any words can describe. 

Seeing mountain gorillas in their wild natural habitat is among the most sought-after African safari experiences.

The fact that a limited number of people is allowed access only serves to increase the demand, and add to how special and personal the experience is.

Gorilla trekking is one of (if not) the top experiences African Safari experiences for all visitors who get the chance to meet the mountain gorillas and see them in person. The fact that the experiences can only be enjoyed in a small natural area of the Virungas and Bwindi also adds to making gorilla trekking special.

Gorillas, these magnificent creatures that share about 98% of our DNA, have long fascinated researchers and nature enthusiasts alike.

From the pictures and videos, you can clearly see a resemblance to humans but this is nothing compared to when you actually see them with your own eyes - in close proximity. Standing a few feet from a group of gorillas, seeing the emotion in their eyes, hearing their grunts (and the occasional fart), so many questions come to mind. 

Questions about what they like to eat, what they do all day, and how they sleep for rest.