What makes Volcanoes National Park special?

A high altitude cloud forest of roughly 160 square kilometers in Rwanda’s Virunga massif, protecting five volcanoes and rare encounters with mountain gorillas and golden monkeys.

When is the best time to visit?

Dry seasons are typically June to September and December to February, with clearer trails and views. Green months bring atmospheric light and fewer visitors. We match pacing to your dates.

How do gorilla treks work?

Permits are limited daily and issued by Rwanda Development Board. Minimum age is 15. After a dawn briefing, small groups hike to a habituated family and spend up to one hour in their presence under ranger guidance.

What other experiences can I add?

Golden monkey trekking, the Bisoke crater lake hike, the Dian Fossey site walk and cultural time with trusted local partners. We tailor the mix to fitness and interests.

Where should I stay near the trailheads?

Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House sit on the park’s edge. Wilderness Bisate and Sabyinyo offer easy access to morning briefings. We match room types and pacing to your style.

VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park is a high-altitude cloud forest of extinct volcanoes and rare encounters, mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, crater-rim hikes and rich community heritage. Stay close to the trailheads at Singita Kwitonda Lodge or Wilderness Bisate; dawn briefings lead to unforgettable, conservation-led treks.

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Guides and porters leading guests on a rainforest trail in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

QUICK FACTS
160 km²
Gorilla trekking
Golden Monkeys
Dry Jun-Aug
2-8 hour treks

Intore traditional dancers mid-performance in Rwanda near Volcanoes National Park

Two travellers at close range with a mountain gorilla during a guided trek in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

Journey into gorilla country

Start at dawn beneath the Virunga peaks, then follow trackers through emerald bamboo to meet a gorilla family, an hour you’ll never forget. Between treks, unwind with fire-side views and forest-to-table cuisine at Singita Kwitonda or Wilderness Bisate; both place you close to park activities and trailheads.

Experiences & Highlights

Beyond gorillas, seek out golden monkeys, summit Bisoke’s crater lake, or walk to the historic Dian Fossey site. Cultural visits with trusted local partners deepen every stay; conservation is woven into daily life. Elegant stays such as Kataza House and Sabyinyo keep you poised for early briefings and unhurried, soul-stirring days.