How to Get to Volcanoes National Park from Kigali

How to Get to Volcanoes National Park from Kigali – Many tourists who visit Rwanda include Volcanoes National Park on their safari plans.

Volcanoes National Park is home to endangered mountain gorillas that live in the dense rainforests and mountains of the park. These creatures share 98% of their DNA with humans and are the main tourist attraction in Rwanda.

The park is located in the Northern Province of Rwanda, in Musanze District.

If you are wondering how to get to Volcanoes National Park, there are two options: by road, which is the most common and affordable, or by air.

If using the road, tourists can travel from Kigali in a private car, with a 4×4 safari vehicle being the best choice for navigating the terrain. Rwanda has well-maintained roads, making the journey pleasant. The roads pass through hills and countryside landscapes, giving tourists clear views of rural Rwanda.

The drive from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park takes about 2 to 3 hours, depending on traffic and stopovers.

Budget travelers can use public buses from Kigali to Musanze town, where they will continue to the park. Buses are available at different times and leave from Nyabugogo Bus Station.

If using air travel, there are scheduled helicopter flights from Kigali International Airport to Ruhengeri Airport in Musanze, operated by Akagera Aviation. The flight takes about 30 minutes and offers beautiful aerial views of the landscape.

Flights cost between USD 1000 and 3000. Flights operate daily, starting from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Flying to the park is faster than driving, allowing you to spend more time enjoying park activities.

The best time to visit Volcanoes National Park is during the dry season, from June to August and December to February.

A gorilla permit costs USD 1500 for foreign non-residents, USD 500 for foreign residents, and USD 200 for East African citizens.

No matter which method you use to reach Volcanoes National Park, the journey is a beautiful start to your gorilla trekking experience.

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