Destinations
Volcanoes National Park
Misty volcanic forests where mountain gorillas move through bamboo , a profound, once-in-a-lifetime encounter.
Gorillas
Best timeJune to September, December to February
WildlifeMountain gorillas, golden monkeys
ExperienceGorilla trekking, Dian Fossey hike, community visits
Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park is one of the few places on Earth where you can sit quietly among a family of mountain gorillas. The trek through bamboo forest and farmland is steep, cool, and often muddy, but the moment you meet the gaze of a silverback, everything else falls away. Conservation here is inseparable from community , gorilla tourism funds protection, research, and local development, creating a model that has helped bring this species back from the brink.
Journeys
Safaris in Volcanoes National Park
Sample itineraries that pass through Volcanoes National Park. Each can be tailored to your dates, interests, and travel style.
