The Land of Mountain Gorillas Rwanda
Rwanda, being the land of mountain gorillas can only be described as a remarkable destination combining bucket-list experiences, such as witnessing the famed Mountain Gorillas in the massive Virunga forests with an opportunity of coming face to face with the greatest primates living on earth. The fascinating scenic beauty of this land of mountain gorillas welcomes both luxury adventures and memorable family escapes. BOOK NOW
Volcanoes National Park is home to these special creatures, bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo in Rwanda, and set high on the jungle-covered slopes of the volcanic Virunga Mountains, the Volcanoes National Park is best known as a sanctuary for the region’s rare mountain gorillas. Visitors flock here to experience face-to-face encounters with these intriguing creatures. Regulated treks through the reserve allow visitors to spend an hour at a time with these incredible primates in their natural habitat. While the gorillas are without a doubt the main drawcard, visitors can also look forward to exploring a network of scenic hiking trails, with the beautiful day hike to the crater lake on Mount Bisoke being a particular highlight. Make sure to visit the fascinating Karisoke Research Centre and the tomb of the world-famous Dian Fossey.
Get on an extraordinary journey through the verdant countryside via traditional homesteads and banana plantations for a remote life experience. Catch a glimpse into the world of primates. Meeting the mountain gorillas and the golden monkeys.
Gorilla trekking safaris are popular here in volcanoes National Park, a 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.
Plan to explore the land of mountain gorillas with us, a trip like no other in Rwanda. We guarantee great lifetime memories. combining mountain gorillas with Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe forest given th opportunity of time is one of the most jaw-dropping nature scenes you will ever experience in Africa.
