Track the Golden Monkeys

Golden Monkey tracking is a reason alone to arrange a Safari to Rwanda. It grants travellers grand chances to meet with these primates in the Jungles. These animals in Rwanda are only found in its northwestern region – Volcanoes National Parks.
Therefore it’s no wonder that all customized safaris that include Golden monkeys head to this Park. The Park currently houses two habituated Golden Monkey troops that are open to being visited by tourists all year round. Each troop consist of about 35-40 members

Golden monkeys prefer staying mostly in the mountainous bamboo forested areas, that’s why any participant must be physically fit. The ones in Rwanda were wild but the habituation process has helped a lot to let them get used to human presence.
Like gorilla trekking, tracking of Golden monkeys is also done in a small group that consists of not more eight or ten people. Some time is allowed while in their presence and you are free to take a lot of photos and videos. These primates are usually very active, jumping from one tree to another.
Most itineraries to Volcanoes National Park combine this excursion with a Gorilla trek, therefore if you are a lover of primates, this is what you should not miss in Rwanda.
Other than Volcanoes, you can meet with the Golden monkeys in Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park – Kisoro district.
How much is a golden monkey permit?
This adventure is worth being part though it’s not free of charge. For anyone to track the Golden monkeys, you must buy a Golden monkey tracking permit issued only by the Rwanda Development Board.
This permit costs USD 100 per person and it’s valid for use by one person. It is always advised to book the permit in advance. The cost for the permit includes ranger fee, park entry and government taxes.
How long does it take to reach golden monkeys?
It is hard to tell the time taken to track the Golden monkeys. Usually, this time and distance moved depends on where these primates spent their last night.
It can be a short trek or a longer one. Therefore come when you are ready for any. The main requirement for this adventure is physical fitness.