Project Description
The Volcanoes National Park lies in the northern part of Rwanda. It protects the Rwandan portion of the Virunga Mountains, a Transforntier Conservation Area that includes protected areas in Uganda and the DRC and forms a complex of dormant volcanoes; it includes Rwanda’s highest point, Mount Karisimbi, and two active volcanoes, Mount Nyiragongo and Mount Nyamuragira.
This National park contains almost 100 bird species but is more famous for accommodating the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. The park is predominantly visited because of the mountain gorillas; however there are several other tourist sites and opportunities in the park and surrounding areas. There is always a chance to climb to the Mount Bisoke’s beautiful Crater Lake or even hike the summit of the Kinyarwanda Mountain, the fifth highest mountain of Africa.
The twin lakes Burera and Ruhondo and the nearby Rugezi swamp are recognized for their excellent water-birding opportunities. Within the area there are numerous community based tourism tours on offer, for example: visiting villages, agri-production plants, an ethno botony tour or even a group of local fishermen using traditional methods. You may also decide to simply sit back and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the area.
