dressing for gorillas

As for a raincoat, I wouldn`t advise to bother with any.

If it's a Sunday, wear neat clothing, preferably a suit. The gorillas are rather well brought-up.

Dave

yes, boots and gloves. I wouldn't bother with raingear either. take a snack in your backpack too and water. I would also wear jeans - which I did and was very thankful.

you really should ask the primate veterinarians what bandages they use.......

chuckle...chuckle...but seriously, rrc, jeans? Weren't they heavy with mud'n'sweat? Or do the nettles really get through lighter clothing so easily?

No problem at all with jeans, though I prefer relatively thick cargo pants. Besides, you will also need a pair of hiking boots.

I wouldn't go without a rain poncho. We got some pretty heavy showers when we were trekking.

dressing for gorillas

I usually prefer a light vinaigrette (with lemon juice a good substitute for the vinegar), but I imagine gorilla is heavy enough to stand up to a hearty bleu cheese.

Seriously, jeans are OK as long as you have something else you can wear while they are being washed. The gloves are a must. As for rain gear, I would at least take enough waterproofing to protect whatever electronic equipment you'll be taking. Even if it isn't raining during your hike, the greenery may be quite wet.

really....the people on my gorilla trip with me were envious I wore jeans and they didn't. Yes! the nettles get through clothing that easily. I had lighter pants on the trip with me - quick dry travel pants - but they never would have been enough to withstand the nettles. I went in the dry season - so no mud - sweat...no.