Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda's 🇷🇼 Volcanoes National Park

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  • @volcanoesnationalparkrwanda
    @volcanoesnationalparkrwanda Рік тому +41

    Hi guys thanks for trekking these gorillas in Rwanda because you supported us in conserving these gentle apes for more years to come please come again much love from Rwanda

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому +4

      Thanks for the comment. Unforgettable experiences!

  • @Paula_Shelton
    @Paula_Shelton Рік тому +15

    This is #1 on my bucket list

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому +1

      I hope you do this trip one day. Thanks for watching.

  • @CONSTANTINEARTS
    @CONSTANTINEARTS Рік тому +17

    Gorillas are my favourite animals. You guys are so lucky, and it's absolutely worth it

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for taking the time to view my video. Very much appreciated. 🙌

  • @TheLensCapChronicles
    @TheLensCapChronicles Рік тому +7

    Amazing video! Thank you for sharing. Was wonderful to see the experience of gorilla trekking and all of your incredible upclose footage. Love your vlogs!

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Its a privilege to be able to do this type of thing.

  • @jadezee6316
    @jadezee6316 Рік тому +7

    baby apes are the cutest...so innocent...playful and curious...they want to be friends..especially the gorillas and baby orangutans..would love to spend a season working/caring with them...and especially meeting the people who seem so nice...

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому

      Rwanda was an amazing experience and to see these animals in their natural world and also the conservation effort around them was a real privilege. Thanks for the comments.

  • @cotati76
    @cotati76 2 місяці тому +3

    These guides have an awesome job. I couldn’t imagine spending almost every day with gorillas. That would be amazing.

  • @archsafaritours9683
    @archsafaritours9683 Рік тому +4

    Seeing mountain gorillas is absolutely stunning. loved every bite

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for taking the time to view my video. Very much appreciated.

  • @TatsianaAstrouskaya-b4u
    @TatsianaAstrouskaya-b4u 2 місяці тому +2

    This video is truly inspiring. It beautifully showcases the resilience of mountain gorillas and the incredible efforts of conservationists to protect these magnificent animals. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving our natural world. 🌍🦍

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  2 місяці тому

      Thanks for the comment. They do a great job and they also love what they do.

  • @thetedsingh
    @thetedsingh Рік тому +4

    Hey, I'm in your video at 0:49

  • @Sean-y1m
    @Sean-y1m Рік тому +7

    I’m currently debating whether to go gorila trekking or not and I think this video helped me make up my mind!

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому +2

      I hope it has had a positive impression. Not everyone is in agreement with this type of interaction. But overall the impact of eco-tourism is generally a positive one. Thanks for watching.

  • @JB_FLYA69669
    @JB_FLYA69669 Рік тому +3

    Great video you have inspired me to go here

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching and i hope you have a great time if you decide to visit.

  • @fluttershy77x
    @fluttershy77x 7 місяців тому +2

    Wow, very nice! We did the track two times and this video is very accurate and shows how the experience is. And it's awesome!

  • @Discover-Ireland
    @Discover-Ireland 10 місяців тому +1

    Very interesting to watch.

  • @wykaye
    @wykaye 11 місяців тому +4

    What a great video!!!! Thanks a lot! May I ask what zoom lens did you use? 200 mm?

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  11 місяців тому

      Hi. Glad you enjoyed the video. I was using the Canon RF70-200 which is an f2.8 lens so very good for low light situations. I think the 400mm i took was a little over the top. The zoom lens was far more useful.

  • @southlondon86
    @southlondon86 7 місяців тому +2

    I’ve only recently become interested in gorillas. I hope to make this trip one day very soon!

  • @nickbuhaenko-smith3280
    @nickbuhaenko-smith3280 7 днів тому

    Hi, thank you for a great video. We have a trip to see the gorillas also in February. I have one question - how slippery did you find the walk. I have been thinking about using microspikes on my boots for extra grip. Thanks, Nick

  • @kibuye1
    @kibuye1 5 місяців тому +2

    Perfect

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  5 місяців тому

      Thanks for the comment. Hope you enjoyed the video.

  • @chasmike17
    @chasmike17 11 місяців тому +3

    This is on our bucket list. What company did you use?

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  11 місяців тому

      Hi. We used Africa Adventure Vacations whi are based in Uganda. Hope that helps.

  • @enriquearteaga1920
    @enriquearteaga1920 2 місяці тому

    Espectacular

  • @duckdrop9158
    @duckdrop9158 2 місяці тому +1

    YES IT IS!!!!

  • @nanekkii
    @nanekkii 8 місяців тому +1

    Oh we’re doing this next year for my 50th! Were starting to plan now!

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  8 місяців тому +2

      Hope you have an amazing trip. Thanks for watching.

  • @HillsUp_7413
    @HillsUp_7413 Рік тому +3

    That's bad ass to see them gorillas up close

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  10 місяців тому

      It certainly was. Thanks for the comment.

  • @AW-ji7no
    @AW-ji7no 6 місяців тому +1

    I did this in June 2023 in Rwanda and yes, it was worth $1500! It was an amazing experience 🤗🥰

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  6 місяців тому

      Thanks for the comment. Glad you had a great experience.

  • @Navy35
    @Navy35 10 місяців тому +4

    I don’t get going into their territory, but if it provides a living for much needed jobs and helps preserve their habitats then I suppose it’s for good

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the comment. Our guide was telling us that it's quite common to see the gorillas in the farm fields close to where people live and work. So i guess their territory is everywhere. We as humans need to learn how to co-exist with the wildlife around us.

  • @michelfauteux4500
    @michelfauteux4500 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for sharing a fantastic experience. I am a professional studio musician but I consider the soundtrack in this video detracts from the peaceful context. Just my personal opinion. Cheers.

  • @abhishekiyer5105
    @abhishekiyer5105 5 днів тому

    Is this a one day trek

  • @tiataylor4070
    @tiataylor4070 Рік тому +1

    I am in the process of planning this trip trying to decide between the 1 or 3 day. Will you please inform how much you paid if you did a 3 day?

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  11 місяців тому

      I don't know how much it will be as i'm not a tour operator. Just search online for quotes.

  • @patrickhiggins3582
    @patrickhiggins3582 10 місяців тому +1

    gorilla s are fanastic animals, there like humans beans. they are part of human bean family.
    best of luck with wild life gorilla a in Africa for the Future.

  • @misterx7074
    @misterx7074 5 місяців тому +1

    Oh amazing how much cost this Tours?

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  5 місяців тому

      It's a lot of money for Rwanda. The Gorilla trek permit is $1500. For Uganda and Congo the permit is much cheaper.

    • @niwagabaimmam7457
      @niwagabaimmam7457 4 місяці тому +1

      Uganda is just 800USD in two national parks ie Bwindi Impenetrable national park and Mgahinga Gorilla N.p

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  4 місяці тому

      I've done the Gorilla trek in Bwindi and it's just as good as Rwanda. Quite challenging in places but well worth it for the experience. Also, Uganda offers a wider safari experience than compared to Rwanda with game drives in Queen Elizabeth national park and Chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve.

    • @misterx7074
      @misterx7074 4 місяці тому

      @@smallplanetpix
      TNX very much 🙏🏽

    • @misterx7074
      @misterx7074 4 місяці тому

      @@niwagabaimmam7457
      TNX very much 🙏🏽

  • @TOLEDOZOO2009
    @TOLEDOZOO2009 5 місяців тому +1

    How far is this place?

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  5 місяців тому

      This tour took around 3-4 hours to the gorillas and back. Hope that helps.

  • @johndelucia8856
    @johndelucia8856 8 місяців тому

    Great video!!! How long are the treks in this park?

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  7 місяців тому

      The gorilla trek can be many hours if the animals are deep in to the forest. Maybe only two hours if they are closer.

  • @emilendikumana5803
    @emilendikumana5803 Місяць тому +1

    Hello? How are you I have question to ask you?

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Місяць тому +1

      Ok you can ask a question

    • @emilendikumana5803
      @emilendikumana5803 Місяць тому

      I have completed my studies since 2024 then I am searching a job like working over there can you help me to get job?

    • @emilendikumana5803
      @emilendikumana5803 Місяць тому

      So I live in Rwanda

  • @alfredvinciguerra532
    @alfredvinciguerra532 4 місяці тому

    How long is the trekking. Thanks 🙏🏽

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  4 місяці тому +1

      It was around 3-4 hours. I've done both trekking in Uganda and Rwanda and it was the roughly the same amount of time. But it really does depend on where the gorillas are that will determine how long the trek will be. It's different for all groups every day. Hope that helps.

  • @jadezee6316
    @jadezee6316 Рік тому +2

    i hope you guys are tipping these guides and helpers....20 dollars each per man/woman is the minimum

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  Рік тому

      Hi. Yes the porters were tipped above the usual rate. They are an essential part in the overall experience and i fully recommend anyone who does this activity to hire a porter.

  • @Liberated_african
    @Liberated_african 21 день тому

    To foreigners yes, it worths it

  • @sofarokintn8166
    @sofarokintn8166 11 місяців тому +3

    If you really want to help the gorillas stop being self centered and leave a huge donation and DON'T hike out to where they are trying to get away from humans and development. Leave them alone. Send money.❤

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for the comment. Our guide was telling us that it's quite common to see the gorillas in the farm fields close to where people live and work. So i guess their territory is everywhere. We as humans need to learn how to co-exist with the wildlife around us.

  • @JacquelineIthell-t7s
    @JacquelineIthell-t7s Місяць тому

    I WOULD LOVE TOO DO IT BUT JUST A DREAM , IF I HAD THE SPARE CASH , WOULD GO IN A HEARTBEAT 💓 💗 🎶

  • @lnelson7006
    @lnelson7006 5 місяців тому +1

    Drop the background music

  • @chukwudichieji5702
    @chukwudichieji5702 4 дні тому

    tourism is good but 1500 usd is a whole lot for this experience.

  • @SuperP-q1r
    @SuperP-q1r 28 днів тому +2

    Not worth, to be honest

  • @kivumbiyusuf2330
    @kivumbiyusuf2330 7 місяців тому

    But no trees there. How does gorillas enjoy there. Its just like a bush

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  7 місяців тому

      That's where they live and are actually increasing in numbers.

  • @EmmaDee
    @EmmaDee Рік тому +2

    Man the video would have been so much better without music!! Dang

  • @SoutheyYale
    @SoutheyYale 4 місяці тому

    Robinson Edward Robinson Angela Hernandez Richard

  • @Steve-q2p
    @Steve-q2p 2 місяці тому +1

    No need for all these fish eye shots

  • @eastcoastjersey
    @eastcoastjersey Місяць тому +1

    Such annoying camera work. Just let that shit roll bro.

  • @manikandansr4306
    @manikandansr4306 4 місяці тому

    My dreams come true see this video thank you brother from indian guy 🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @smallplanetpix
      @smallplanetpix  4 місяці тому

      Thanks for the comments and also for viewing the video. Glad you liked it.