Dan Barth wanted to surprise his long-distance girlfriend, Shaina Culpepper when she flew into North Dakota for a visit.
Since they are both pranksters he decided to do something different from the usual bouquet of flowers or box of chocolates.
Sporting his new primate apparel, a sign around his neck made by his niece which read "Shaina, you drive me bananas," and with his brother holding the camera, the stage was set.
A confused Culpepper is seen in the airport terminal searching for her absent sweetheart when she spots a gorilla speeding towards her.
Lots of hugs, giggles and a heartwarming reunion ensues.