Virunga Volcanoes — Kingdom of Mountain Gorillas
A chain of eight dramatic volcanoes home to mountain gorillas and rare golden monkeys.
Overview
A chain of eight dramatic volcanoes home to mountain gorillas and rare golden monkeys.
South of Bwindi and Bunyonyi, the Virunga Mountains line the borders of Rwanda, DR Congo, and Uganda — a chain of eight dramatic volcanoes.
Volcanic Majesty
South of Bwindi and Bunyonyi, the Virunga Mountains line the borders of Rwanda, DR Congo, and Uganda — a chain of eight dramatic volcanoes.
Active peaks like Nyiragongo still glow with the planet's ancient fire, while others cradle alpine meadows and crater lakes.
Mountain Adventures
We design hikes up the great cones — Karisimbi (4,507m), Muhabura, Gahinga, Sabinyo, Mikeno, and Bisoke — paced for scenery, safety, and acclimatization.
Ethical primate encounters respect fragile habitats and support conservation-led access.
Wildlife Sanctuary
The Virungas are one of Earth’s last strongholds for mountain gorillas and rare golden monkeys.
Expect cinematic ridge lines, giant heathers, and cloud-scoured summits with views that linger long after the descent.
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