Reviews of safaris to Volcanoes National Park
165 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Volcanoes.
Mr & Mrs D
Willingham
"My Oct 2013 trip"
I visited Rwanda between 11 Oct 2013 and 19 Oct 2013
"Overall we had a very good trip. Volcanoes N P was very good;the gorillas were extraordinary, there was a strong local partner on the ground and our driver, Sam,was highly skilled and good company.
The drive up Lake Kivu fascinating and the visit to the Genocide Museum and Kings Palace etc very interesting.
We were very impressed with Rwanda: economically and socially there seems a great deal of highly constructive sustainable development. It was just as well we had our bad experience first and finished on a high!" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Rwanda safari
The drive up Lake Kivu fascinating and the visit to the Genocide Museum and Kings Palace etc very interesting.
We were very impressed with Rwanda: economically and socially there seems a great deal of highly constructive sustainable development. It was just as well we had our bad experience first and finished on a high!" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Good
Mr & Mrs M
Victoria
"My May 2013 trip"
I visited Botswana and 3 other countries between 26 May 2013 and 12 Jun 2013
"From Victoria Falls onwards our holiday was one highlight after another. And everything ran like clockwork with friendly, professional people always there to help and guide us.
Thank you ExpertAfrica" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Thank you ExpertAfrica" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs G
Victoria
"African experience"
I visited Botswana and 3 other countries between 26 May 2013 and 12 Jun 2013
"We had an amazing time. Everyday had something new to experience. We didn't have a single bad day."
Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs F
Victoria
"Africa with relatives and friends"
I visited Botswana and 3 other countries between 26 May 2013 and 12 Jun 2013
"I was thrilled from beginning to end with this holiday. Each of the wildlife experiences exceeded my expectations and whetted my appetite."
Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
Sydney
"An absolutely wonderful holiday."
I visited Rwanda and 3 other countries between 30 Dec 2012 and 23 Jan 2013
"This was our first trip to Africa and, thanks to Saskia Adye's excellent help and advice, it was a thoroughly memorable and enjoyable month-long holiday with fantastic game sightings as well as lots of cultural interactions.
We were extremely happy with all of our accommodation and transfers. The only disappointment was Rwandair Express which is the most unreliable airline that we've ever flown with, but Saskia did warn me of that in advance so I should have taken her advice to fly SAA instead!
Would highly recommend Expert Africa - and Saskia Adye in particular - to anyone planning a trip to this fascinating continent.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
You thought of everything so .....no!" Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 5 on a Rwanda safari
We were extremely happy with all of our accommodation and transfers. The only disappointment was Rwandair Express which is the most unreliable airline that we've ever flown with, but Saskia did warn me of that in advance so I should have taken her advice to fly SAA instead!
Would highly recommend Expert Africa - and Saskia Adye in particular - to anyone planning a trip to this fascinating continent.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
You thought of everything so .....no!" Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 5 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr G & Mrs T
Durham
"Trip in Dec 12/ Jan 13 and just to Rwanda."
I visited Rwanda between 28 Dec 2012 and 10 Jan 2013
"Our itinerary (Kigali - Volcanoes - Kibuye (Lake Kivu) - Nyungwe - Kigali) let us see a good cross section of this beautiful country. It was structured for the most part aroung gorilla or other primate treks. They were wonderful but anyone considering a similar itineray should understand that most treks take place in the early morning and as a consequence there is a lot of spare time in lodges/hotels that can be quite remote from other facilities and have few of their own- bring a few good books for if the weather is bad! Monkeys (or canopy) in Nyungwe could have been done on same day as chimps and a day saved.
Expert Africa (Liz, Eleanor and Chris) were very helpful in addressing what at the time (Dec 12) was a delicate security situation in the Rwanda/DRC border area with changing FCO advice. As a result we did not stay in Gisenyi which would have more going on than Kibuye.
Our vehicle/guide were provided by Primates Safaris who were very good - we would recommend them if available." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 13 on a Rwanda safari
Expert Africa (Liz, Eleanor and Chris) were very helpful in addressing what at the time (Dec 12) was a delicate security situation in the Rwanda/DRC border area with changing FCO advice. As a result we did not stay in Gisenyi which would have more going on than Kibuye.
Our vehicle/guide were provided by Primates Safaris who were very good - we would recommend them if available." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 13 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Miss F & Mr H
York
"My Nov 2012 trip"
I visited Rwanda between 9 Nov 2012 and 21 Nov 2012
"Patrick was a great personable driver who added to the overall holiday with his knowledge of the country and willingness to engage in conversation.
Rwanda is a great country who have put the past behind them and are looking forward to a bright future (hopefully). The country is the cleanness I visited in Africa, the people are friendly and embrace all visitors. Children are keen to engage in conversation to practise their English. Food was surprisingly of very good quality. An up and coming country on the world stage and one I would recommend to visit.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
A suggestion would be to offer a boat transfer on the lake for one leg of the journey rather than driving.
If I was to do it again, I would suggest doing the trip the other way round i.e. starting at the Forest and finishing with the gorillas as a highlight. I know that most trips are subject to getting the gorilla pass so this may not always be possible." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
Rwanda is a great country who have put the past behind them and are looking forward to a bright future (hopefully). The country is the cleanness I visited in Africa, the people are friendly and embrace all visitors. Children are keen to engage in conversation to practise their English. Food was surprisingly of very good quality. An up and coming country on the world stage and one I would recommend to visit.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
A suggestion would be to offer a boat transfer on the lake for one leg of the journey rather than driving.
If I was to do it again, I would suggest doing the trip the other way round i.e. starting at the Forest and finishing with the gorillas as a highlight. I know that most trips are subject to getting the gorilla pass so this may not always be possible." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs M
Herts
"Mt trip in to Rwanda Oct 2012"
I visited Rwanda between 9 Oct 2012 and 19 Oct 2012
"We very much enjoyed our trip, and would happily recommend Expert Africa to any one wishing to go to this lovely country.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Rwanda safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Three
Manchester
"Planes, treks and Automobiles"
I visited Tanzania and 2 other countries between 17 Sep 2012 and 30 Sep 2012
"The trip was amazing, Rwanda exceed our expectations and I wished we'd stayed longer. Selous is a worthy extension and I couldn't have been happier with all the guides, transfers, flights and all but one of the hotels!
I would like to put in a plea that EA consider booking Rwandair air connections between Kigali-DAR/Kili. They are by far the most efficient and organised airline I've used in Africa and for clients looking to do a similar trip I would opt to book your own internal flights, than go back to Nairobi using EA partner airlines.
Thanks to Ellie and all at EA for organising a fabulous trip for us." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
I would like to put in a plea that EA consider booking Rwandair air connections between Kigali-DAR/Kili. They are by far the most efficient and organised airline I've used in Africa and for clients looking to do a similar trip I would opt to book your own internal flights, than go back to Nairobi using EA partner airlines.
Thanks to Ellie and all at EA for organising a fabulous trip for us." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs L
Cambridge
"My Sep 2012 trip"
I visited Rwanda between 1 Sep 2012 and 9 Sep 2012
"Fantastic but tiring
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
A night on Kivu lake between Gorillas and Nyungwe would be recommended since the drive is long and tiring, especially if you are up early the next day for treks" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Rwanda safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
A night on Kivu lake between Gorillas and Nyungwe would be recommended since the drive is long and tiring, especially if you are up early the next day for treks" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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Where to stay in Volcanoes
Our suggestions for safari camps in Volcanoes National Park
Mountain Gorilla View
With superb views of the volcanoes, the relaxed Mountain Gorilla View Lodge on the slopes of Mount Sabyinyo is well-placed for gorilla trekking.
Sabyinyo Silverback
In a fine location close to Volcanoes National Park, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is a very comfortable lodge with wonderful views.
Virunga Lodge
Virunga Lodge is a consciously environmental lodge in a stunning location, about an hour's drive from Volcanoes National Park headquarters.
Gorilla's Nest
Gorilla's Nest is a very high-end lodge in a great location near the Volcanoes National Park headquarters, from where all gorilla trips start.
Bisate Lodge
The exclusive and luxurious Bisate Lodge, close to Volcanoes National Park, is one of the best places to stay in the area.
Bishops House
In the town of Musanze, a half-hour drive from the Volcanoes National Park headquarters, Bishop's House is well placed for gorilla trekking.
Kwitonda Lodge
Close to the edge of Volcanoes National Park, the luxurious Kwitonda Lodge opened in 2019. Ask your Expert Africa specialist for the latest news.
Tiloreza Eco Lodge
Five Volcanoes offers mid-range hotel accommodation around 15 minutes' drive from Volcanoes National Park headquarters.
