As part of our rest and relaxation day, we were privileged to take a short hike into the Bamboo forests of Rwanda, located in Musanze, to experience a ‘true’ Silverback family in their natural habitat. After trekking through thistle stinging bushes, moss covered bamboo as well as vine entangled vegetation, we came to our small family of Gorillas, which was not a large family, however had the largest Silverback of all families, named Guhonda – I think weighting at least 550lbs. Words cannot describe what we saw and/or experienced, since around 55 minutes into our observation, while being mesmerized at watching Guhonda eat; Johnny and I, as well as others were surprised when a Blackback (large male), gaited right by us, literally less than a foot away – what an exhilarating experience.

Good day from Musanze!

Brian