Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda encompasses five of the eight Virunga volcanoes — Karisimbi, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga, and Sabyinyo. Covering 160 square kilometres, this park is the Rwandan section of the Virunga Conservation Area and was made famous by American primatologist Dian Fossey’s research on mountain gorillas.
The park is home to approximately 340 mountain gorillas in over 10 habituated groups. Gorilla trekking permits in Rwanda are among the most premium in Africa, reflecting the exclusivity of the experience.
Beyond gorilla trekking, visitors can track the endangered golden monkey, hike to the summit of Mount Bisoke (3,711m) with its stunning crater lake, or visit the Dian Fossey Research Center.