Gorilla Safaris in Rwanda and Uganda!

The Mountain Gorillas are an endangered species - there are about 650 survivors living in the mountains of Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. We plan and conduct custom safaris to track the Gorillas ...

East Africa Eco Explorer is a full service agency that provides business and leisure travelers with expert travel advice. We offer a variety of travel services in Rwanda, and arrangements to the rest of East Africa and the Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo; we'll assist you with all your requirements to and from the destinations of your choice.

Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park (IUCN Biosphere Reserve), Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and the DRC’s Parc National des Virungas (UNESCO World Heritage sites) are home to the rarest of the great apes, the Mountain Gorillas.

Mountain gorillas have slow rate of reproduction. Females give birth for the first time at about the age of 10 and will have more offspring every three or four years. A male reaches sexual maturity between 12 and 15 years old, when he is in charge of his own Group. Able to conceive for only about three days each month, the female produces a single young, and in rare cases twins (happened in 2006 in SUSA Group on the Rwandan side of the virungas – the twins survive until present day).

The Mountain gorilla is shy and retiring rather than ferocious. It usually seeks no trouble unless harassed. However, the dominant male - the "Silverback" - will valiantly defend his family group is threatened. Family groups are close-knit and may have up to 30 members but, even if smaller, the group usually consists of at least one older male, one or more females and a few Juveniles.

Mountain gorillas have strong attachments to members of their own group. Even when Groups meet and mingle, and then subsequently part, each animal tends to remain with its respective unit. A Silverback (an adult male gorilla), named for the silvery grey hairs on its back, normally leads the group, serving as its chief protector and defender.

That Mountain Gorillas survive today is largely thanks to Dian Fossey, who is buried at her research centre in the Virunga Mountains in Rwanda, alongside the animals to which she dedicated her life. Fossey became a household name following the release of the film “Gorillas in the mist”. Critical and public acclaim ensure that Gorillas in the mist also served as international awareness of the plight of Mountain Gorillas.

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	We had an unbelievable visit to Rwanda in 2011 and I recommend Freddy and East Africa Explorer enthusiastically. It was one of the best weeks of my life; everything we did was fantastic. - Margot, USA
"I was referred to Freddy through a personal recommendation from another traveller - already a good sign in my books! Freddy is an extremely personable guide and knows how to showcase the beauty of his country. He created an itinerary that suited my requirements exactly and was quick to respond to emails and calls. His knowledge of East Africa is exceptional from the amazing wildlife of the region to the historical sites, people, food and culture. I would recommend East Africa Eco Explorer to anyone considering a trip to the region." - Salma, Australia
"As a travel photographer, my visit to Rwanda was the most fascinating and powerful experience I've had in a very long time. I went to Rwanda with the objective of working on a series of stock images about Africa. What I found in Rwanda far exceeded my expectations. The immense and beautiful natural environment of Rwanda is deeply moving. The pervasive sense of peace and every rwandese's commitment to progress is truly remarkable. What made my discovery of Rwanda even richer was Freddy's deep knowledge of Rwanda, his extensive list of contacts and his impressive ability to coordinate the logistics and activities made my trip to Rwanda very successful and one I will never forget. I am planning to return to work on a new photographic project and will be heavily reliant on Freddy's East Africa Eco Explorer company for this project's success." - Karim, New Zealand
"I have been visiting Rwanda several times each year since 2004 and have found Freddy Budaramani to be THE BEST - hands down. His attention to detail and tireless efforts to show his country in the best possible light to guests in his charge is unmatched. I demand reliability and ingenuity as I am the founder of a non-profit organization and am often traveling with donors or potential donors. Nothing short of a near perfect experience will do -- and Freddy delivers every time."
"Tourism in Rwanda has not yet evolved to the level achieved in East African hotspots like Kenya or Tanzania. I have also found that when traveling anywhere in Africa, challenges seem to be the rule, not the exception. Freddy and his staff at East Africa Explorer keep their guests feeling safe and extremely well looked after at all times. I can't say enough about Freddy and his team - If you are traveling to Rwanda East Africa Explorer is the absolute best!" - Frank, Kageno.org
"Freddy is a very personable and 'open' man - you're his guest in Rwanda, and his personal and patriotic pride demand that he make you welcome. His knowledge of the birds and animals is quite extraordinary, and his willingness to talk about and explain anything you can think to ask makes your time with him unforgettable." - Bianca & Bob, Los Angeles, USA

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