Parc National des Volcans

Situated on the steep volcanic slopes of the Virunga mountain range bordering Uganda and the Congo, the Parc National des Volcans is home to two particular primates - the mountain gorillas and the golden monkey's.

This magnificent national park is primarly known for the mountain gorilla's - where there are only about 300, half of the worlds remaining population.

Visiting one of the seven mountain gorilla families that have been habituated to humans requires a gorilla tracking permit which cost approx. $515 per person (approx £345). Only 56 permits are available each day and do need to be arranged well
in advance.

There is also the opportunity to go and visit the grave of Dian Fossey, who was the pioneer in establishing the survival of the gorillas. The former Karisoke Research Centre is a wonderful place to visit as well, to fully understand the background of this whole experience.
 
The golden monkey's are boisterous little primates, each with golden body, cheeks and tail, are they fairly well habituated to humans but yet little is known about them. They share the same threats of the gorillas and their numbers have decreased over the years. The permits do need to be arranged in advance if they can be and cost approx. $100 per person.

In addition, Parc National des Volcans also has over 200 bird species as well as forest elephant and buffalo, creating a place that is a perfect experience to see the wild in their natural environment.

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is situated in the foothills of the mighty Virunga’s, the chain of 15,000ft volcanoes stretching through Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is, without a doubt, the most comfortable and luxurious place to stay in this area.  

Virunga Lodge is a very eco-friendly lodge to stay at, bringing you to the heart of the wilderness.

Gorilla's Nest Lodge is a popular place to stay, as it is the closest lodge to the Park Headquarters and has a simple and functional atmosphere. 

Kinigi Guesthouse has the most basic accommodation when you are trekking the gorillas - it is even more basic that Gorilla's Nest Lodge but services the need if you are trying to keep costs as low as they can go.

Booking information: Email us or telephone 0207 622 5114 to speak to a consultant about tracking Mountain Gorillas and Golden Monkey's in Parc National des Volcans