A marvellous must-see for tracking mountain gorillas
Parc National des Volcans
The dense rainforests of Parc National des Volcans are one of the few remaining places where you can see mountain gorillas in their natural state. The park is also home to rare golden monkeys.
The dense rainforests of Parc National des Volcans are one of the few remaining places where you can see mountain gorillas in their natural state. The park is also home to rare golden monkeys.
Why Parc National des Volcans?
Hailed as the definitive location to track mountain gorillas, Parc National des Volcans is home to approximately half of the world’s population. These endangered animals move freely through the dense rainforest, and tracking them with an experienced local guide is a second-to-none experience. You can also see rare golden monkeys swinging between the trees and observe hundreds of species of colourful birds.
Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy a trek to the Mount Bisoke crater lake, an otherworldly landscape inside a dormant volcano. Excellent hiking trails and climbing opportunities can also be found in the biodiversity hotspot that is Virunga mountain range with its swamps, forests and fields. Parc National Des Volcans is perhaps the finest example of why Rwanda is known as the land of a thousand hills.
Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy a trek to the Mount Bisoke crater lake, an otherworldly landscape inside a dormant volcano. Excellent hiking trails and climbing opportunities can also be found in the biodiversity hotspot that is Virunga mountain range with its swamps, forests and fields. Parc National Des Volcans is perhaps the finest example of why Rwanda is known as the land of a thousand hills.
- Lush, undulating mountain landscapes.
- Unforgettable gorilla trekking.
- Home to colonies of rare golden monkeys.
- More than 700 species of birds.
- Incredible hiking and climbing.
- Luxury lodges provide an exclusive experience.
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