Gorilla photography in Uganda is become popular by the day. When photographing mountain gorillas, the most important rule is that cameras with flash are not allowed. Always turn off your flash or use a camera without one. Flash can make gorillas feel threatened and may cause them to charge.
Tourists must stay 7 meters away from the gorillas. It is good to carry a wide-angle lens, a fixed focal lens, and a zoom lens to take better photos. You can also carry two cameras if possible, since gorillas move often and changing lenses can take time. Make sure your camera is fully charged, and carry extra batteries. You should also bring a waterproof bag for your camera, as the weather in the rain-forest is unpredictable and it can rain at any time.
For professional filmmakers, journalists, or tourists who want to make gorilla films, it is important to get permits from the Uganda Wildlife Authority or through a trusted tour operator.
In Uganda, gorilla permits cost $800 per person, gorilla habituation permits cost $1,500 per person, and filming permits cost $4,200 per person. These permits are limited, so tourists should book them at least 3 months before traveling.
Gorilla trekking is one of the most popular tourist activities in Africa. Even though it is expensive, many travelers dream of seeing these apes in their natural habitat, as they cannot survive in zoos. Anyone planning to go gorilla trekking in Uganda should carry a camera to capture this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Uganda is the top destination for gorilla trekking. However, taking photos can be difficult because the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is very thick, which makes it hard to take clear pictures compared to Rwanda. But if you are lucky, you might find the gorillas in an open area in Bwindi, where you can take good photos to keep as memories or take home to remember the experience.
Mountain gorillas can be visited all year round, but the best time to go is from June to September and December to February, when the forest is less thick and the trekking trails are not muddy or slippery.
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