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Gorilla trekking
Mountain gorilla trekking
Among the Virunga PeaksExplore
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Bamboo forest, mountain gorillas and a dramatic chain of mist-covered volcanoes.
Plan Your Volcanoes JourneyCountryRwanda
Best timeJune – September
Recommended stay3 nights
GatewayKigali / Musanze
Ideal forGorillas · Luxury · Mountain scenery
Volcanoes · RwandaThe DestinationVolcanoes,
Bamboo forest, mountain gorillas and a dramatic chain of mist-covered volcanoes.
Volcanoes,
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Bamboo forest, mountain gorillas and a dramatic chain of mist-covered volcanoes.Volcanoes National Park protects Rwanda's share of the Virunga massif. Gorilla trekking is the defining experience, complemented by golden monkeys, forest hikes and the graceful lodges set beneath volcanic peaks.
We match the right camp, guide and pace to the season, then connect your stay smoothly with the rest of Rwanda.
- Country
- Rwanda
- Best time
- June – September
- Ideal for
- Gorillas · Luxury · Mountain scenery
Signature Experiences
Each day is shaped around the landscape, wildlife and character that make Volcanoes distinct.
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Golden monkey tracking
Golden monkey tracking
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Dian Fossey trail hikes
Virunga volcano views
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Community conservation visits
Easy access from Kigali
Why Travel Here
What Makes Volcanoes Special
Bamboo forest, mountain gorillas and a dramatic chain of mist-covered volcanoes. We will design your time here around the encounters that matter most to you.
Start planning- 01Mountain gorilla trekking
- 02Golden monkey tracking
- 03Virunga volcano views
- 04Easy access from Kigali
Seasons in Volcanoes
These are useful regional patterns. Conditions vary each year, so we will advise on timing for the wildlife, activities and atmosphere you want.
Long Dry Season
Popular for gorilla trekking, with generally drier forest trails.
Short Dry Season
A rewarding time for primates, Akagera and multi-region journeys.
Rainy Season
Verdant forests, quieter lodges and excellent conditions for photography.
Continue ExploringAncient Highland RainforestNyungwe 
Rwanda's SavannahAkagera 
A Restful Highland ShoreLake Kivu
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Explore destinationRestored wetlands and rolling plains where conservation has brought the Big Five back.
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