The Virunga Conservation Area, around the upper slopes of the dramatic Virunga volcanoes, comprises three contiguous national parks - Mgahinga National Park in Uganda, Parc National des Volcans (PNV) in Rwanda, and Parc des Virungas, commonly called Djomba, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
About 350 mountain gorillas make their home in these afro-montane forests. On the Ugandan side there is one gorilla family that is habituated. You can climb a volcano, go birding, visit the emerald waters of Lake Mutanda or just take in one of the most breathtaking landscapes of Africa. Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Rest Camp is located just outside Mgahinga. In Parc National des Volcans on the Rwandan side, where Dian Fossey worked, there are five habituated gorilla families and it is arguably the best place to see the mountain gorillas.
On a clear day the views across to the volcanoes and surrounding area is spectacular from Gorilla's Nest Lodge.
Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is situated on the edge of the Parc National des Volcans in North Western Rwanda, with fabulous views towards the Parc National des Volcans.
Virunga Lodge is set on a stunning hillside with breathtaking views of the Virunga volcanoes and Lakes Ruhondo and Bulera.
