Rwanda and the Gorillas

David and I are always looking for new places to explore and David in particular looks for 'another image to take'. Photographers will understand that concept.

I look forward an adventure to experience in the hope that I will be inspired to find some inspiration for a poem or story.

Gorillas and Rwanda was this year's plan.

Rwanda is a beautiful country. The land of a thousand hills is just that  and we stayed in a lodge surrounded by seven volcanoes which sheltered many animals including the much written about mountain gorillas. As you know Dian Fossey fought for the gorillas, losing her own life in the struggle.

The permits are expensive for South Africans: US$ 750 for one hour spent with the animals. But money is returned to the park for guides, guards and families, so of course it is less worth while to poach the gorillas now. [Thoughts for rhinos perhaps?].

Unless you are young and super fit, the hies up and down the volcanoes searching for the gorillas are strenuous and sometimes difficult. However, once you reach the gorillas and spend time with them, theses hardships dissipate as you watch the families interact with one another.

Would we recommend the tour to the gorillas? Without a doubt.

Here are two of David's images. One of a golden monkey and one of two gorillas of the Hirwa family.

 Goldren monkey

Tender moment