Reviews of safaris to Volcanoes National Park
178 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Volcanoes.
Mr & Mrs D
Wimbledon
"trip to Rwanda"
I visited Rwanda between 27 Oct 2018 and 17 Nov 2018
"Expert Africa surpassed themselves yet again"
Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 4 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Jenny
Faversham
"My Sep 2018 trip"
I visited Rwanda and 1 other country between 25 Sep 2018 and 4 Oct 2018
"I had high expectations, and I wasn't disappointed. Thank you very much for an amazing trip. End to end, all arrangements worked well. I felt by looked after without any of the 'package' feeling that sometimes comes with an organised trip. High quality throughout, and first rate guides and other staff.
I'm pleased I spent a couple of days in Kigali prior to being 'met' and would recommend the same to other travelers.
I will certainly recommend Expert Africa to others." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 5 on a Rwanda safari
I'm pleased I spent a couple of days in Kigali prior to being 'met' and would recommend the same to other travelers.
I will certainly recommend Expert Africa to others." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 5 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr + Mrs M
Vancouver
"My Sep 2018 trip"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 25 Sep 2018 and 3 Oct 2018
"This was a wonderful trip, beautifully organized by Amanda at Expert Africa.
We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 5 on a Zambia safari
We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 5 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
P and S
Chilterns
"My Sep 2018 trip"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 13 Sep 2018 and 9 Oct 2018
"Amanda who organised this for us was wonderful, and created the trip of a lifetime. All of the difficult things I had asked for were arranged to perfection, and were the highlights of our trip.
Have recommended Expert Africa to all travellers we met en route.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
One minor point. Can you add the date (or vesion number) to the text of each version of the paperwork. This is nomal office practice and avoids confusion with multiple updated documents when printed.
We will certainly come to Expert Africa again, but only on condition that I don't have to fill in 200 different reviews online again!" Read full review: 26 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari
Have recommended Expert Africa to all travellers we met en route.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
One minor point. Can you add the date (or vesion number) to the text of each version of the paperwork. This is nomal office practice and avoids confusion with multiple updated documents when printed.
We will certainly come to Expert Africa again, but only on condition that I don't have to fill in 200 different reviews online again!" Read full review: 26 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr H
Lancs
"Wonderful Experience"
I visited Rwanda between 23 Aug 2018 and 5 Sep 2018
"All went very smoothly.
The meet and greet at Kigali was spot on and the Primate Safari rep was there with my name easily visible on a prominent sign and waiting for me. he introduced me to Sula who would be my guide for the rest of my 12 days in Rwanda.
The whole trip worked extremely well without any hitches." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
The meet and greet at Kigali was spot on and the Primate Safari rep was there with my name easily visible on a prominent sign and waiting for me. he introduced me to Sula who would be my guide for the rest of my 12 days in Rwanda.
The whole trip worked extremely well without any hitches." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
Seattle
"Our August 2018 trip"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 19 Aug 2018 and 3 Sep 2018
"Expert Africa was great to work with and Ellie was on top of everything."
Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
C Plowdog
Sydney
"Our August/September Rwanda and Zambia trip"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 19 Aug 2018 and 9 Sep 2018
"Terrific.
Rwanda was great to see the gorillas. they were magic.
Zambia, though was marvellous. We have been to places in Namibia, Botswana and Tanzania before and we really enjoyed them. However when/if we return to Africa we will go back to Zambia: Kafue and South Luangwa. The people were terrific overall, and we saw a variety of wildlife and birdlife.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 16 on a Zambia safari
Rwanda was great to see the gorillas. they were magic.
Zambia, though was marvellous. We have been to places in Namibia, Botswana and Tanzania before and we really enjoyed them. However when/if we return to Africa we will go back to Zambia: Kafue and South Luangwa. The people were terrific overall, and we saw a variety of wildlife and birdlife.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 16 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
BJ
Minnesota
"August 2018 All of Rwanda"
I visited Rwanda between 6 Aug 2018 and 18 Aug 2018
"This was an incredible trip that is even more amazing given the limited time Amanda had to prepare.
Everything I could have thought of from Rwanda was included. I would love to go on another safari prepared by Expert Africa, and I will be recommending them to anyone who asks for my opinion.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Maybe just a little more detail regarding information about the lodges and accommodations.
Hard to find something to improve on such a great experience!" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
Everything I could have thought of from Rwanda was included. I would love to go on another safari prepared by Expert Africa, and I will be recommending them to anyone who asks for my opinion.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Maybe just a little more detail regarding information about the lodges and accommodations.
Hard to find something to improve on such a great experience!" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs
Weybridge
"The gorilla holiday"
I visited Kenya and 1 other country between 6 Aug 2018 and 18 Aug 2018
"The trip has been excellent. We could entirely relax as we had always someone taking care of us, especially on arrival at the airports. Richard Trillo has been always very responsive and helpful in the planning phase. The guides and the drivers and all the people we met have been extremely skilled and helpful."
Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 6 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr Tony L
USA
"My Aug 2018 trip"
I visited Rwanda between 5 Aug 2018 and 9 Aug 2018
"Learning about Rwanda was as important and valuable as seeing gorillas and monkeys.
A fine combination of powerful experiences.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Tell people to do monkeys before (not after) gorillas, as a warm up.
In my case two gorilla days instead of one was very good, but of course that's even more money.
My guide/driver was Bram. He was excellent. Always polite, helpful, knowledgable, prompt, flexible. Many thanks to him." Read full review: 4 nights in Africa; 4 on a Rwanda safari
A fine combination of powerful experiences.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Tell people to do monkeys before (not after) gorillas, as a warm up.
In my case two gorilla days instead of one was very good, but of course that's even more money.
My guide/driver was Bram. He was excellent. Always polite, helpful, knowledgable, prompt, flexible. Many thanks to him." Read full review: 4 nights in Africa; 4 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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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.
