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February 27, 2008

Gorilla tracking:
Of all activities at the park, Gorilla tracking is the most loveliest and unforgettable move one  makes because of the experience one gets.

Nyakagezi is one of the groups currently available fro tourism and it consists of
11 members, 3 adult females, 4 juveniles, 2 silver backs, 2 infants.
For more up dates contact UWA head quarters or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park office in Kisoro.
To ensure the availability of requested dates, book 3 months in advance.
Tracking starts off at 8:30am, which takes almost 3-8 hours depending on where the gorillas are.  However, you should report to the Registration office at around 7:45am.

What to bring:
§    For those who feel unfamiliar with jungle sounds, bring earplugs.
§    For steepy muddy slopes, wear jungle shoes.
§    Carry packed food.
§    Carry sunscreen lotion, a hat, rain gear and a repellant for insects.
Gorilla Guides and Rules:
§    Never get too close to gorillas within 5 metres.
§    Never split into groups. Stay in a tight group.
§    Never use flash when photographing the gorillas.
§    Never smoke or drink or even eat while within 200 meters close to the gorillas.
§    Turn a way from gorillas is you feel like sneezing or coughing.
§    No one with a communicable disease is allowed in the park i.e. Flu, diarrhea.
§    Never make loud noise within the park.
§    Gorilla tracking is 15 years and above strictly.
§    Never spit on vegetation or soil in the park.

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