Visiting Volcanoes National Park Rwanda in December – Volcanoes National Park is located in the province of Musanze in the northwestern part of Rwanda.
It is considered the oldest National Park in Africa, housing diverse animal species such as mountain gorillas, monkeys, birds, elephants, and buffaloes among others.
It encompasses 5 of the 8 Virunga mountains such as Bisoke, Gahinga, Muhabura, Sabyinyo, and Karisimbi. It is a 2.5-hour drive from Kigali International Airport to Volcanoes National Park.
Volcanoes National Park is home to the endangered mountain gorillas, and following Dian Fossey’s works, it is a historical center for gorilla conservation.
Volcanoes National Park Rwanda is also called Parc National Des Volcans in French and Pariki Y’lgihugu y’lbirunga in native Kinyarwanda.
Volcanoes National Park’s uniqueness is encompassed around its rich ecosystem and vibrant mammal species.
Activities carried out in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda in December
Visiting Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda in December is a mind-blowing expedition, being a season that is mild and dry and greatly favorable for all tourist activities.
In December in Rwanda, the average air temperature ranges from 22 °C (71 °F) during the day to 12 °C (53 °F) at night.
There are 14 days of rain on average, with rainfall totaling 128 mm (5.05 in).
Such activities include:
- Gorilla trekking
- Birding
- Mountain hiking
- Touring twin lakes
- Visit to Dian Fossey’s grave
- Nature walks
- Christmas party celebrations
- Visiting cultural villages, and many others.
Requirements tourists are advised to carry for their tours:
- Hiking boots
- Cameras
- Hiking gear
- Insect repellent
- Hats/caps
- Sunglasses
- Hiking stick
- Gorilla permits, and many others.
Precautions:
- Children below the age of 15 cannot participate in gorilla trekking among the tourist activities.
- Littering the national park is prohibited.
- Noise around the national park is not allowed.
- Visitors are required to maintain a distance from the animals.
Cost of visiting Volcanoes National Park: The cost of visiting Volcanoes National Park Rwanda varies from person to person, based on their activities, the amount of money they plan for their tours, and their home countries. However, an estimate of USD 1500-15000 per person per tour can be given to guide the tourist.
Accommodation:
- Da Vinci Lodge
- La Palme Hotel
- Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
- Mountain Gorillas Nest Lodge
Permission to enter Volcanoes National Park: Permits are required all year round and allow an individual or group (of up to 12) traveling & camping together to stay in the back-country.
Permits can be reserved up to 90 days in advance of your day of entry. Permits are to be obtained from the Rwanda Development Board.
By and large, a great lot of fun and adventure await tourists at Volcanoes National Park Rwanda in December.
