Virunga National Park Reviews

Beautiful peaceful place
I had the good fortune to do 2 gilts trecks which happened with a great security with the guards
I recommend this place for all nature lovers

Religious wedding at the parish EERA VUKAKA of Butembo city first place holy EERA temple at Yahwe the tabernacle first holy place of the African Rite of Butembo Katwa vukaka

National) is a nature reserve of 7,800 km2 located in East Africa and extending from the Virunga Mountains in the south to the Ronsury Mountains in the north, where it borders the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, the Ronsury Mountains National Park and the King Elizabeth National Park in Uganda. [1] [2] [3]

Virunga National Park was established in 1925, making it the first national park in African history. It was also designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Nevertheless, the wildlife in the park has recently become vulnerable to serious dangers and threats as a result of the civil war that took place in the area and the intense illegal hunting that takes place in its aftermath. The park is currently managed by the Congolese National Park authorities, assisted by the Congolese Institute for Nature Conservation.

A top flight experience that I recommend to all nature lovers!

Watched an amazing movie about the gorrilas in virunga

We recently visited both Tchegera Island and Kibumba Tented Lodge in Virunga National Park with the whole trip coordinated by the Virung National park team. The quality of service and hospitality was excellent. From being picked up at Kigali Airport to our return, every stage was well managed and an authentic experience that showcased what makes the DRC so unique. #virunganationalpark #thebestofcongo #glamping #gorillas

It is the National park and tourist site of the democratic republic of the Congo for nature lovers but it is necessary to be careful for the moment security poses a real problem with several armed groups. Really it is what attracts tourists with more diversity fauna flora rare animals like mountain gorillas and other mammals ...

I born in Burundi. For 23 years between Burundi.. Zaire... Rwanda... Uganda I live my life. Virunga is one from the beautiful place. Is in my hard. I love Africa stop the world.

They are heroes. It's good to know that they are still peoples to fight for a right cause and stand in front of carbage companies like SOCO.

It is beautiful and beautiful, this the pride of the DRC

If you are still wondering whether Virunga in the DRC is the best place to see the mountain gorillas - stop. It is THE place to first meet them. It is THE place where you can meet people who are risking their lifes everyday to make this world a better place, not only for the animals, but also for the local population. Virunga staff has the security under 100% control. Mikeno lodge is first class, Senkwekwe orphanage is now open for visitors again. I would definitely come back.

Watching Netflix's Virunga documentary film, I thought I could do something.

The reality is that people who are blinded by money over the oil buried in this land are killing one after another trying to protect the mountain gorilla.

I am on the side of everyone who is protecting nature and making a living.
I have not been there yet, but I would like to go there someday.

I visited Virunga DRC in August 2019, and it was a life-changing experience. First, Virunga DRC's Southern Sector features Mount Mikeno, Mount Nyurigongo, and Tchegera Island, all within miles from one another. Each of these destinations delivers experiences unlike any other I've had in my life. Mount Mikeno (of Ernie Hudson, 1995 "Congo" fame) delivers a safe but adventurous hike to visit some of the rarest, most compelling gorillas on the planet. For fans of the movie, no, there are not laser cannons and grey gorillas. Mount Nyurigongo is the hardest hike I've completed in my life, but it's absolutely worth it when you get to the top (see Google images). Tchegera Island is a serene island great for unwinding after your Mikeno and Nyurigongo experience. Our hosts, Benjamin and Alice, really made the experience special. Second, Virunga DRC felt completely safe the entire time that I was there. The Virunga rangers are legendary for their professionalism and commitment to protecting the park and its guests. When you drive with them in Goma, you'll get a sense that they are very well respected and that nothing will happen as long as you travel with them. Third, Virunga does a fantastic job of making an adventure comfortable at the right times. They feed you very well, the tents are downright luxurious at times (we had warm water for our full stay), and they even drop heaters in your cot at Kibumba Lodge on cool nights. Thank you Virunga for everything. I'd like to end with a special shout-out for our guide Tresure, you really made the experience one-of-a-kind.

Awesome place to see herds of antelope moving freely close to mankind. Also home to a variety of wild animals

An experience of a life time not for the faint hearted need to be reasonably fit loved it can't stop thinking about this.

Absolutely amazing. The entire package organised by the park was seamless and safe. Loved loved loved

Good place to visit.

You have many interesting animals. Property of my country CONGO

One of the best days of my life. Really amazing. Had to walk through the woods and cut away plants to get up the hills. The ranger spotted the gorillas already. We were looking for the animals when the last person in the group felt a hand and a gorilla pushed her away. He walked passed us and I had to jump in the bushes to let him pass. The hour flew by and then with all the adrenaline I flew down the mountain. So amazing.

Beautiful national park with a splendid diversity in wildlife and landscapes. Also very interesting endemic species, like mountain gorilla's, okapis etc...

Quite an exciting game reserve and scenery though abit insecure especially for the foreigners

The Virunga National Heritage Site was given its status in 1925 during the period of Belgian colonialism which saw the area as the first national park in Africa. In fact, it is an important turning point for the preservation of the ecosystem, which maintains stability and, according to UNESCO, is given (like all national chapters) top priority.

Travelled here with my family in August the place is amazing, but my advice to any travellers is learn a bit of French, read some gorilla books and also at least one on DRC to get more out of it. The advantage of Virunga over other gorilla viewing experiences is that you can be sure of very small groups. In our case it was just the 4 of us plus the rangers. The park is stunning, gorilla experience magical but equally worth a visit is the village next to the park, make sure you walk down to the village and bring some biscuits for the kids. We brought footballs and pens at advice of Virunga - but they dont have the money for paper....So biscuits, clothes etc. would have probably been better. While its easy to come here and think and see only gorillas, without helping the people who live next to the park the likely hood is there will be no park, these people need the land that that is home to the gorillas as much as the gorillas do.

Beautiful nature and commitment of guards with integrity for the protection of this unique and irreplaceable capital.

The birthplace of the world, under a constant danger. We need to do better to protect the Virunga!

Very touching!! A must see for all lovers of animals and democracy.

Difficult to get here, but the park is amazing. Definitely see the gorillas and the lava lake at Nyiragongo.

It was amazing having a gorilla on my back but they did take my dog and used him for elephant food. The ticket was only $599 a person, but definitely worth it to have that gorilla for the day. Sadly my dog died there when a 5 ton elephant stepped on him accidentally. Our tour guide, Kyzech, was very intriguing and was constantly hitting on my wife.

Very well organized and excellent and friendly service.

A flora, a diversity of animals, birds, volcanoes, lakes, a corner of paradise

One of the most beautiful places on earth. The people, the landscape and the views will cling to you eyes and heart drawing you back time and again.

The trek up Nyiragongo is tough but worth every grueling step. The gorillas plentiful, wild and heart stompingly close and real.

And then there is the Kibumba Eco Lodge where the staff, accommodations, views and food will please even the most sophisticated adventurer. Don t miss this place. Just don t.

This is a beautiful park located in eastern DRC. For the information of travellers, the park isn t open due to security concerns. There had been cases of kidnapping for foreign nationals previously in the park. Moreover , you will find only MONUSCO and rangers in the park . Though , wildlife in the park in amazing. We pray that government of DRC take measures to open this park soon for the wildlife lovers.

Beautiful report of Arte on the Virungas chain: the flora and fauna, but for me, the chain of volcanoes!

hopefully men will reflect and realize that money is not everything.we will preserve for future, punch out of the bell.kudos to the excellent documentaries

All thanks to everyone who spent their time and life protecting Virunga. All greetings to the heroes ..

All thanks to everyone who spent their time and life protecting Virunga, all the regards to the heroes

You have to go there with expert guides and better organized with the kivu travel agency

Excellente for sightseeing.. magnificently beautiful!

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Day 1:

Welcome at the airport by the guide of It Elephant Tours and transfer to your hotel followed by a briefing on the stay. Overnight at hotel (usually Hotel of your free choice at different price.). Free evening; waking up in the morning around 4:00 a.m. For your transfer to the Great Barrier, make your formality, from Rwanda-Congo and go to another transfer at a distance of 15km 'from Goma to kibati for the ascent of Nyiragongo at 9h00', lunch, dinner, breakfast, and overnight on the top.

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Settle on the summit of Nyiragongo, and go towards the city around 1 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by a city tour in the afternoon, lunch, dinner, and overnight at the Hotel CARITAS .

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After a breakfast a very specialized departure of the road to Rutchuru, until kibumba at the hour of 1h30 'for the visit of mountain gorillas for an hour of time savor an unforgettable life of Virunga National Park and make your return in the afternoon to Kigali airport and end of your stay .

We went to visit the gorilla's from the post in Bukima village. We went there with the official Virunga travel organization, who picked us up at our hotel in Goma. It was very well organized, safe and meeting the gorilla's was very special! People also very friendly. Road from Goma to Bikuma is a very rough dirt road; quite the adventure...

Home of gorillas,golden and many interesting animals

We did a feature film on gorillas in this beautiful Park.