What Colours Should You Wear for Gorilla Trekking?

For gorilla trekking, wear neutral, muted, earthy colours like olive green, khaki, brown, grey, and dark earth tones. These Neutral, earthy tones, like khaki, green, brown, and grey, are the best colours to wear for gorilla trekking. Choosing the right palette helps you blend into the forest environment and protects you from forest pests.

Best Colours to Wear

• Khaki, Tan, and Brown: These neutral shades match the forest floor and help you blend seamlessly into the background.
• Dark Green and Olive: These colours match the dense jungle foliage, ensuring you look natural and non-threatening to the primates.
• Grey: Another excellent neutral option that blends into the wilderness.

Colours to Avoid

• Red and Bright Colours: Red can appear threatening or make gorillas feel cautious. Bright colours generally stand out and disrupt the environment.
• White: It shows every stain, mud mark, and dirt spot, and looks jarring in dim light.
• Dark Blue and Black: These colours attract tsetse flies during travel and hikes in and around the park.
• Camo Print: Military-pattern clothing is strictly prohibited for civilians in Uganda (including hats, belts, and backpacks), so leave camouflage gear at home.
• Animal Print: Can alarm the gorillas by making them think they see a predator like a leopard.

Are you currently packing for an upcoming trek in Bwindi or Volcanoes National Park? I can share a quick checklist of the best clothing materials and essential gear, like gaiters and gloves, to keep you safe from nettles.

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