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A chimpanzee trek can last several hours, depending on the location of the chimpanzees, forest conditions and the activity booked.

Gorilla protection combines daily ranger presence, veterinary monitoring, law enforcement, habitat management, research and work with neighbouring communities.

A hat and good sunglasses are useful on safari because sun exposure can be strong even when the air feels cool. Plan with ESA Safaris.

Quiet behaviour reduces stress and allows the ranger to manage the encounter. Practical ESA Safaris guidance for planning a responsible primate trekking.

If a gorilla approaches you, remain calm and follow the ranger’s instructions. Practical ESA Safaris guidance for planning a responsible primate trekking.

Uganda Wildlife Authority’s current rules require visitors to maintain a minimum distance of 10 metres from the gorillas.

Gorilla trekking is special because the encounter happens on foot in a living mountain forest, after trackers and rangers have located a habituated gorilla.