Exciting outdoor activities in Volcanoes National Park
Exciting outdoor activities in Volcanoes, unlike other African National Parks. The unique vegetation, unspoiled landscape, and unique ecosystem offer tourists the chance to experience exciting outdoor activities. Make sure to have a good camera to snap a photo of the signature animal-the mountain gorillas. The experience of exploring Volcanoes National Park engulfs senses completely. Visiting this unspoiled jungle touches something stupendous. Volcanoes National Park can be overwhelming with so much to see and do everywhere you turn but this article brings you some of the top-notch outdoor activities in Volcanoes. Book Now
Unmatched Gorilla Trekking adventure.
As far as mountain gorilla trekking goes, Volcanoes National Park is the most iconic destination in the whole World. A few meters away from the mountain gorillas in the misty deep rainforest will stay with you forever. With numerous trailheads and numerous gorilla families, you are sure of having the best of your time while trekking the mountain gorillas in this Park.
Excellent Birding opportunities.
If you long to sight the Albertine Rift endemic bird species, look no further. Whether it is luck or not, you will be treated to a mammoth of bird species especially the species that are endemic to the Albertine Rift Valley. While the Handsome francolin, Rwenzori batis, and strange weavers tend to be elusive, you won’t have difficulty spotting the Baglafecht weavers, Red-backed shrike, blue-spotted wood doves, Cinnamon-chested bee-eaters, and the Lagden’s bush-shrike.
Invigorating and Awe-inspiring Hikes.
Mountain climbers who hike the Karisimbi and Bisoke Volcanoes are usually met with disbelief when describing the boundless wonder of being at the Parks of these Volcanoes and viewing the surrounding areas. The feeling of nature engulfing hikers as they crisp the mountain air, the spectacular Crater Lake on the Peak of Mount Bisoke, the snow veiled peak of Mount Karisimbi, and varying vegetation zones on the slopes of these Mountains that not be described in just words.
A hike to the Dian Fossey Grave.
The history of mountain gorilla Conservation in Rwanda is closely related to the life and death of Dian Fossey. If you watched the “Gorillas in the Mist” film and were inspired by her life, you can visit the Volcanoes National Park to see the spot where she set up her Karisoke Research Center, visit her grave and that of her favorite gorilla-Digit and even pay your respects.
Cultural tours.
The culture tour leads you to the local community where you can explore Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village which takes you to the traditional house of a local king, culture performance dancing, music and drumming and among others.
Opulent accommodation facilities in Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park is one of the few popular up-market destinations in Africa offering options for unwinding and comfort during your visit. Some of the up-market places to stay during your visit are Virunga Lodge, Bisate Lodge, One &Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Kwitonda Lodge, Bishops House and Tiloreza Eco-Lodge among others.
