Karisimbi gorilla family in Rwanda: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda:

Karisimbi gorilla family is one of the most popular gorilla families in Rwanda. Also known as the Susa B gorilla group, it’s located on the high slopes of Mountain Karisimbi, one of Rwanda`s tallest volcanoes. For any tourist considering the Karisimbi gorilla family, the one to trek on their gorilla adventure in Rwanda.

Quick facts Karisimbi Gorilla Family.

It`s located in one of the most dramatic habitats on the slopes of Rwanda`s mountain Karisimbi. It`s also known as Karisimbi in Volcanoes National Park.

Reported to be comprising about 10 – 15 individuals.

Known to have split from the Susa A gorilla family.

Trekking to see this gorilla family is strenuous due to the high altitude and rugged terrain.

The history of the Karisimbi Gorilla Family.

This famous group is believed to have originally been part of the Susa A gorilla Family. It later split from this family due to challenging fights for dominance and leadership in the Susa A family, which Karisimbi broke away. Karisimbi is a very popular and very well known because it was the focus of globally known primatologist Dian Fossey during her gorilla research in Rwanda.

Because of the flight for dominance, flight regularly, and because Susa A’s family grew larger in numbers and eventually split among the separate groups Susa A and Susa B, which eventually becamethe  Karisimbi gorilla Family.

Currently, the Karisimbi gorilla family lives 4507 metres above sea level, on the upper slopes of Mount Karisimbi, and is often spotted near the caldera. This location at a very high altitude makes Karisimbi one of the most challenging gorilla families to trek, but also one of the most rewarding adventures in Rwanda.

Why trek the Karisimbi Gorilla Family

While trekking the Karisimbi gorilla Family. You not only focus on looking for mountain gorillas, but the surrounding environment is also very exciting to watch because of so many reasons, some of which include:

Scenic trekking:

You ot only aim at the mountain gorillas, but you got to like the slopes of one of East Africa`s and Rwanda`s highest volcanoes.

Historical root:

While trekking the Karisimbi gorilla family, you get connected to the legendary conservation history of the famous primatologist in the World Diane Fessey and her works with the Susa lineage.

Karisimbi gorilla family is fully habituated, and therefore visitors spend white taking an hour in the company observing themwhilee taking pictures and videos. This particular gorilla family is trekked by few tourists due to its location and therefore offers a more intimate experience.

Trekking to see the Karisimbi Gorilla Family

Tracking Mountain Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.

Volcanoes National Park is one of the closest gorilla trekking destinations to the capital city. The National Park is only about 2 hours and 20 minutes away from Rwanda’s Capital Kigali Considering there is no traffic in Kigali.

The National Park is home to twenty families of Mountain Gorillas, making a total of around 280 gorillaindividualsl thamakeke Volcanoes National Park their safe home.

Of these twenty families, only ten are habituated and made ready for tourists, while the rest are for research and study purposes. Among the families made ready for tourists are the Sasa group, Umburo, Sabinyo, Amahoro, Hirwa Group, Bwangye, Agasha group, and Kwitonda.

A Gorilla trekking day in Volcanoes National Park.

Your Gorilla National Tracking adventure in Rwanda’Volcanoesos National Park starts very early in the Morning. You will wake up at 06:00 in the morning For break fast and transfer to the headquarters.

At the park headquarters, you will be welcomed by ranger guides for a briefing about your gorilla trekking adventure, the rules of tracking, and the dos and don’ts of Gorilla tracking. At the National Game Park headquarters, you will be divided into groups of 08 and assigned a particular gorilla family that you will be trekking. You will then enter the forest in search of the gorillas, beginning from the point they were last seen the previous day.

Upon eencounteringthe Mountain Gorillas, you will be allowed to spend a full one hour in the company of the Mountain Gorillas, taking pictures and videos.

You will return to the parkheadquarterss and be awarded a gorilla tracking Certificate. You will meet your guide again and transfer back to the lodge for a relaxation dinner and overnight stay.

Important to Note about Gorilla Tracking Adventures in Rwanda.

At Katland Safaris, we always advise clients to first book their gorilla trekking permits very early since these permits get filled so early, especially during the peak seasons.

We also advise our clients to consider Safari lodging that is so close to the gorilla trekking destination atleast  20 minutes away from Volcanoes National Park.

Pack list for Gorilla tracking in VolcanoesNational Park in Rwanda.

Packing for gorilla tracking is very essential when considering a gorilla Safari to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park.

Some of the things that should not be missed in your pack list must include a rain jacket, a hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirts, long trousers, a face mask, and comfortable hiking shoes. You can also come witha walking stick, but one will always be provided at the park headquarters.

Expectations for a Gorilla Trekking Safari In Rwanda.

What you should expect while on a gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda.

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by a guide from Katland Safaris who will brief you about your safari and transfer you to your hotel or safari Lodge. On your first day of the safari, depending on your time of Arrival, you will not do much except relaxation atyouru hotel as you prepare for the adventure the following Day.

On your gorilla tracking day, you will wake up very early in the morning for breakfast and then transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing about your gorilla trekking adventure. You will then enter the forest in search of the Mountain gorillas.

Ope,n locating those gentle grantsYouou will be allowed to have a full one hour with the mountain gorillas, taking pictures and videos.

You will return to the park headquarters,s meet your guide, de and transfer back to your hotel. You can choose to relax for the evening or explore other parts of Rwanda.

Pack list for Gorilla tracking in Volcano National Park in Rwanda.

Packing for gorilla tracking is essential when considering a gorilla Safari to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park.

Some of the things that should not be missed in your pack list must include a rain jacket, a Hut, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirts, long trousers, a face mask, and comfortable hiking shoes. You can also come with a walking stick, but one will always be provided at the park headquarters.

On your gorilla tracking day, you will wake up very early in the morning to break fast and then transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing on your gorilla trekking adventure. You will then enter the forest in search of the Mountain gorillas.

Upon n locating those gentle grants. You will be allowed to have a full one hour with the mountain gorillas, taking pictures and videos.

How difficult is it to trek the  Karisimbi Gorilla Family in Rwanda?

This family is one of the most difficult gorilla families to trek in Volcanoes National Park. This is because of thestrenuouss attitude and steep terrain of Karisimbi Volcanic Mountain.

Can I trek without a guide?

The answer to this question is No. All gorilla trekking Visitors are guided into the forest by experienced and trained ranger guides for both gorilla protection andvisitors’s safe, ty as well as for gorilla conservation processes.

How much time can I spend on the Gorilla t? ek.

The process of trekking to see mountain gorillas can take anything between 1 – 6 hours, depending on the location of the mountain gorillas, and upon locating them, you are granted a full hour in the company of the Gorillas, taking pictures and videos.

Trekking the Karisimbi gorilla familyis one of the most challenging treks in Rwanda, but also one of the most rewarding gorilla experiences inRwanda. From thee atheturous out ofhikeking the famous Karisimbi Mountain to formally encountering the Karisimbi gorilla members, with the Silverbacks, is an adventurous escape.