Embark on an extraordinary journey to Volcanoes National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. This immersive two-day experience will take you to the heart of Rwanda's northwestern region, home to a significant portion of the world's remaining mountain gorilla population.
Volcanoes National Park (Parc National des Volcans) is part of the greater Virunga Conservation Area that spans Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The park encompasses five of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga Mountains and covers an area of 160 square kilometers of rainforest and bamboo.
Under the expert guidance of experienced park rangers and trackers, you'll trek through lush forest trails to spend a magical hour with a habituated gorilla family. Witness their remarkable human-like behavior, social interactions, and daily activities in an ethical and responsible manner that contributes to their conservation.
| Number of People | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $3,942 |
| 2 people (per person) | $3,522 |
| 3 people (per person) | $3,385 |
| 4 people (per person) | $3,316 |
| 5 people (per person) | $3,276 |
| 6 people (per person) | $3,249 |
| 7 people (per person) | $3,227 |
Note: Gorilla permit fee is included in the above prices.
✅ Pick-up from Kigali International Airport
✅ Optional Kigali city tour & visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial
✅ Lunch at Mille Collines Hotel (Hotel Rwanda)
✅ Transfer to Volcanoes National Park for check-in, dinner & overnight stay
✅ Early breakfast & briefing at park headquarters
✅ Gorilla trekking adventure (1-hour interaction upon finding them)
✅ Lunch at the lodge
✅ Evening visit to Gorilla Guardian Village for a cultural experience
✅ Return to lodge for dinner & overnight stay
✅ Early breakfast & briefing at park headquarters
✅ Golden monkey tracking (1-hour interaction)
✅ Lunch & check-out from the lodge
✅ Transfer to Kigali International Airport for departure
Volcanoes National Park is located in northwestern Rwanda, bordering Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda. It's approximately 105 kilometers (2-2.5 hours drive) from Kigali, making it one of the most accessible mountain gorilla habitats in Africa.
The park covers an area of 160 square kilometers and is part of the greater Virunga Conservation Area. It encompasses five of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga Mountain range: Karisimbi, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga, and Sabyinyo. These dormant volcanoes range in altitude from 2,300 to 4,507 meters (Mount Karisimbi being the highest).
The park's diverse ecosystems include bamboo forests, montane forests, open grassland, swamps, and heath zones at various elevations. This diverse habitat supports not only mountain gorillas but also golden monkeys, forest elephants, buffaloes, giant forest hogs, bushbucks, and over 200 bird species.
The park headquarters at Kinigi is where all gorilla treks begin, with a morning briefing before visitors are assigned to different gorilla families.
Explore the incredible wildlife of Volcanoes National Park! Click on the pins to discover fascinating facts about the magnificent creatures that call this montane forest home, including the endangered mountain gorillas.
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