Gorilla trekking permits In Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
Volcanoes National Park is located in the northwestern part of Rwanda bordering Mgahinga national park in Uganda and Virunga national park in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Volcanoes national park is among the four destinations that harbor the endangered mountain Gorillas. To visit and trek the Gorillas, you require a valid gorilla trekking permit which is a legal card/document that is issued by Rwanda Development Board to any visitor above 15 years allowing him /her to visit the Gorillas and spend one hour with them in the habitat.
Mountain Gorillas are also found in Virunga national park in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Bwindi impenetrable national park, and Mgahinga gorilla national park in Uganda.
How To Book Gorilla Trekking Permits In Volcanoes National Park In Rwanda
Gorilla trekking permits in volcanoes national park Rwanda can either be booked directly through the Rwanda Development Board, a government body in charge of tourism in Rwanda by contacting the offices through telephone calls or email.
You can also book a Gorilla trekking permit in Volcanoes national park through a trusted tour operator like Vibrant Holiday Safaris by informing us of the dates when you would wish to visit the mountain gorillas.
We shall do the needful by checking for the availability of the permits and whether they will match your travel dates and you will be asked to make the deposit. When we receive the money, we will purchase the permits on your behalf and send the scanned copy of the receipt for confirmation.
Booking via a tour operator is always best and safe since it is fast and less tiresome we will acquire the gorilla trekking permit for you and also plan the entire safari for you and these include accommodation, transportation, and other activities in the park.
When To Book Gorilla Trekking Permits In Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
The permits to Volcanoes national park Rwanda should always be booked 3 to 6 months in advance before the trekking date since the competition for primate trekking is in very high demand so the permits are sold out quickly, especially during the dry season in the months of June, July, August, September, December, January, and February.
GORILLA TREKKING EXPERIENCE IN VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK RWANDA
Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes national park starts very early in the morning with a briefing about the rules and regulations, and expectations at Kinigi park headquarters. After the briefing, you will be put in a group of 8 people where each group will be allocated a gorilla family to trek with a park guide who is well knowledgeable about the trekking trails. Gorilla trekking takes about 30 minutes to 6 hours in order to keep trekking and viewing the primates like Chimpanzees, monkeys, and bird species among others. When you get the gorilla family, you are allowed to spend one hour with them in order to view their feed, breastfeed, play, and learn more about their habits and behaviors where you will take photos and record beautiful moments for memories.
record beautiful moments for memories.
How To Get To Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
Volcanoes national park is located in the northwestern part of Rwanda and can be accessed by road transport. You can also fly to Kigali international airport and drive to the park headquarters which takes about 2 hours.
WHERE TO STAY IN VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK
There are many accommodation facilities in Volcanoes national park where you will rest and stay during your gorilla trekking safari. The accommodations range from luxury, midrange, and budget including Karenge Bush Camp, Gorilla Nest Lodge, Ruzizi Tented Camp, Kinigi Guest House, Villa Gorillas, Garr Hotel, Hotel Muhabura, Lapalme Hotel, Le Bamboo Gorilla Lodge, Garden Place Lodge, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Best View Hotel, Gorilla Volcanoes Hotel, Da Vinic Gorilla Lodge, Bisate Lodge, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Virunga Lodge, Mountain Gorilla Nest Lodge, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel.