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This park, home to Rwanda's part of the Virunga range with its five majestic volcanoes, is famed for its iconic mountain gorillas, drawing visitors from around the world.
This park, home to Rwanda's part of the Virunga range with its five majestic volcanoes, is famed for its iconic mountain gorillas, drawing visitors from around the world.
For those interested in the local culture, Volcanoes National Park offers various cultural tours, including traditional Rwandan music and dance at the Gorilla Guardians Center.
Tracking endangered mountain gorillas in the rain forest, surrounded by vibrant bird calls and the chatter of rare golden monkeys, is just one of the unique experiences this area offers.
Year-round
The park is most easily reached by a two-hour drive from Kigali, passing through towns, plantations, fruit markets, and picturesque landscapes.
Photograph from bisate-lodge, an outpost in this place.
A volcanic amphitheater on the edge of Dian Fossey's forest — base camp for the mountain gorillas.
Intimate, ideally located minutes from a mountain gorilla–filled national park, and dedicated to local conservation, and community efforts—all exceeding your expectations.
Perched high on a ridge with some of the finest views in Africa, Virunga Lodge is your iconic mountain outpost near must-see Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.
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