The Spirit of the Wild
Total area of the park, making it the oldest national park in Africa.
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Major dormant volcanoes within the park (Karisimbi, Bisoke, Sabyinyo, Gahinga, and Muhabura).
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The height of Mount Karisimbi, the highest peak in Rwanda.
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Habituated gorilla families available for tourism tracking.
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Species of primates, including the endemic Golden Monkey.
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Bird species, with at least 17 Albertine Rift endemics.
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Cost of a single Gorilla Trekking Permit (the most prestigious in the world).
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When to Embark?
Temperate African days and crisp, star-filled nights await your arrival.
The absolute best window for clear vistas and peak predator sightings.
The Magnitude of Herds
Everything here follows the ancient rhythm of the rains and the golden grass.
Gorilla
Ancient inhabitant of the Volcanoes National Park wilderness.
Elephant
Ancient inhabitant of the Volcanoes National Park wilderness.
Buffalo
Ancient inhabitant of the Volcanoes National Park wilderness.
Zebra
Ancient inhabitant of the Volcanoes National Park wilderness.
Wildebeest
Ancient inhabitant of the Volcanoes National Park wilderness.
Geographic Heart
Lat: -1.861855 • Lng: 29.954224
Locate the Soul
Nestled within Rwanda, the Volcanoes National Park represents one of the most significant ecosystems on our planet.
Our Curated Safaris
12 Days Gorillas Trek And Serengeti Migration
This privately guided luxury safari combines Africa's most iconic wildlife experiences: the majestic mountain gorillas of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park and the legendary "Big 5" game viewing within Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
8 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorillas & Safari Experience
Embark on an extraordinary wildlife adventure combining the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas of the Virunga Volcanoes with a premier "Big 5" safari in Akagera National Park. This luxury journey offers a complete Rwandan wildlife experience, from open savannahs to ancient misty forests.
Where to Stay
Wilderness Bisate
Wilderness Bisate offers an ultra-luxury experience that blends high-end hospitality with environmental stewardship. The lodge's "Forest Villas" are perched on a hillside with dramatic views of the Bisoke, Karisimbi, and Mikeno volcanoes. Since its inception, Bisate has led a massive reforestation project, planting tens of thousands of indigenous trees to expand the habitat of the mountain gorillas and local birdlife.
Essential FAQ
Visual Odyssey
