Volcanoes National Park – Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Destination

Volcanoes national park in Rwanda is the oldest national park in Africa and its one of the most visited places in the world. The park is sometimes refereed to as Parc National des Volcans in French and a great place to visit on an African holiday. With much to give to tourists, this park offers more than nature with its diversity of exposure and discoveries. It harbors a high number of the rare mountain gorillas and this makes it a unique destination especially for those interested in gorilla trekking safaris. Apart from the gorillas in Volcanoes national park, its also a home for the endangered golden monkeys and these have also become an item when it comes to primate excursions in Rwanda. Some tourists prefer combining gorilla trekking with golden monkey tracking when they visit Volcanoes national Park.

Occupying an area of about 160 sq km, Volcanoes national park is a forested area with plenty of bamboo making it a good place to visit and face African nature at its best. A short tour to trek gorillas in Volcanoes national park is a life-changing moment because one gets an opportunity to spend some time with these endangered species. Volcanoes national park harbors 5 of the 8 Volcanoes of the Virunga mountains namely; mount Karisimbi, mount Gahinga, mount Bishoke, mount Sabinyo and mount Muhabura.
Many years ago Volcanoes national park in Rwanda was a home and work place for the famous American zoologits, Dian Fossey who was killed in her line of duty protecting the mountain gorillas. She was burried in Volcanoes national park and the grave has become one of the leading tourist attractions in Rwanda. Today safaris to hike Dian Fossey grave in Rwanda are on increase.

Activities/things to do in Volcanoes national Park

Gorilla trekking Tours in Volcanoes

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes national park is the leading tour activity in Rwanda as many people visit to see the primates in their natural homes. We arrange safaris to track gorillas in Rwanda like 3 days Rwanda gorilla trekking safari and 1 Day Rwanda short gorilla trip.

Golden Monkey Tracking

Golden monkey tracking is another exciting activity to do on a visit to Volcanoes national park. these endangered primates are easy to see on a trek through the rainforests of Volcanoes.

Bird Watching

Volcanoes national park is home to over 170 bird species making it a prefect destination for birders. Its one of the best activities one should include in their Rwanda safari itinerary.

Hiking Adventure

Hiking the 5 Volcanoes is thrilling experience especially to hikers. Enjoy Mount Karisimbi hiking adventure when you visit Volcanoes National Park

Iby’lwacu Cultural Village Tour

Are you interested in Rwanda cultural tour expedition, a visit to Iby’lwacu village is the best option and this is found near Volcanoes national park. It alwayss great to explore the culture of the people of Rwanda and finding out how they live plus their history.
Other activities to do in Volcanoes national park include; nature walks, and Dina Fossey grave hIke.