Why Visit Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda in 2023
Visit Volcanoes National Park, with a combination of the world’s most incredible primate encounters, the mountain gorillas and the golden monkeys set volcanoes as one of the most outstanding places to visit in Africa. Volcanoes Nationa Park is the hub of Rwanda’s gorilla trekking safaris, encircled by a number of attractions including the towering Mount Karisimbi, one of five impressive volcanoes in the park; the bat-filled Musanze Caves; and the beautiful twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo – set against a spectacular backdrop of rolling green hills. Musanze is known as one of the best places in East Africa to track mountain gorillas and visitors flock here to view these majestic mountain apes. BOOK NOW
Here is more of why visit Volcanoes National Park, and anytime is the best time to explore some of the unique experiences here.
Gorilla Trekking Volcanoes National Park.
Gorilla Trekking in the Volcanoes National Park offers visitors the unique opportunity of discovering the 10 families of gorillas that live within the national park. Visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee before the trek starts and will be separated into groups of 8 depending on their physical abilities. Each group is guided by a guide and two scouts who are well-trained in emergency situations. The amount of time set aside per trek is different depending on where the gorilla family is situated. Some trips may take as little as half an hour and some take the better part of the day.
Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village.
Offering an adventurous stay in a traditional rural, Rwandan village that has existed for centuries living with and next to mountain gorillas in Parc National des Volcanos. Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village gives you a rare chance to meet local people, in their environment, with a taste of our culture and traditions. The community you visit will genuinely welcome you as a special guest while they proudly present to you aspects of their traditions and beliefs. This will truly be an experience of a lifetime as you homestay with the community and become part of their family
Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda.
Located in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, RDB Golden Monkey Tracking offers visitors a unique experience of catching a glimpse of the endangered Golden Monkey. These striking primates with their bright orange fur contrasting the green rainforests of Virunga Mountain is a photographer’s dream. The Golden Monkey can be found in very few places outside of Volcanoes National Park, and their vibrant colours, energetic demeanour, and sizeable troupes of up to 30 individuals are indeed a sight to behold. Make it this coming season and be part of this exciting golden monkey trek in Rwanda.
Canoe ride on the Twin Lakes Burera & Ruhondo
Located at the base of the Volcano Muhabura in northern Rwanda, the Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo are picturesque blue water masses surrounded by the Virunga high hills and separated by a one-kilometre strip of land. Visitors can take canoe or boat trips along the waters to take in the magnificent views. Other activities include gorilla trekking or golden monkey tracking in the neighbouring Volcanoes National Park, taking fascinating cultural tours from Iby’iwacu Cultural Village, or visiting the intriguing, tropical Musanze Caves. The lakes’ Swamp Rugezi is one of the most important birding areas of Rwanda and provides a photogenic, serene area to see a number of species.
Beyond the Gorillas Experience Authentic Village Walk.
Visitors can enjoy an authentic guided local village life tour experience from their lodge to visit different homes and experience the everyday lives of the local people. Take part in daily life activities to get to know the local people, their culture, and their ways of living. Visitors can also enjoy different types of traditional dances like Intore dance and famous songs of the local people and/or listen to the melody produced by traditional musical instruments including African drums. Guests can also indulge in delicious Rwandan meals.
