Volcanoes National Park
In the stunning Northwestern region of Rwanda lies the charming town of Musanze, home to the remarkable Volcanoes National Park. This incredible park offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an unforgettable encounter: gorilla trekking. The park is a rich mosaic of montane ecosystems, embracing evergreen and bamboo forests, open grassland, swamp, and heath.
Apart from being known as the home of the endangered mountain gorilla and mountainous forests, an enchanting array of wildlife thrives within the park’s verdant, including golden monkeys, spotted hyenas, buffaloes, bushbucks, magnificent elephants, and black-fronted duikers. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary natural sanctuary and delve into the astonishing richness of Rwanda’s diverse biodiversity.
A gorilla trekking safari in Volcanoes National Park requires a minimum of two nights near the park.
Features & Wildlife Species
AREA ACTIVITIES
- Gorilla tracking
- Golden monkey trekking
- Hiking safari
- Mountain biking
- Canoe
- Dian Fossey museum
- Cultural activities and community visit
WHEN TO VISIT
The best time to visit Volcanoes National Park is during the dry season, which is between December and early March and June and September. During this time, all activities can be done without any issue.
WHAT TO SEE
- Gorillas
- Golden monkeys
- Twin lakes
- Virunga volcanoes
- Spotted hyenas, elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks and duikers
HOW TO GET THERE
- By road: It takes 3 hours to drive from the capital, Kigali, to Volcanoes National Park.
