Musanze
Rwanda Safaris Volcanoes Gateway

Musanze

Northern Rwanda · Gorilla trekking base

Musanze - formerly Ruhengeri - is the bustling gateway to Volcanoes National Park and the primary base for gorilla trekking in Rwanda.

The town offers a full range of accommodation, restaurants and tour operators, with dramatic views of the Virunga volcanoes rising above surrounding farmland.

Twin Lakes Burera and Ruhondo, cave explorations and community walks add activities for rest days between gorilla permits.

Activities

  • Gorilla trek staging
  • Twin Lakes visits
  • Cave exploration
  • Community walks

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