Reviews of safaris to Volcanoes National Park
172 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Volcanoes.
Miss V
W Sussex
"What an amazing experience"
I visited Rwanda and 1 other country between 11 Feb 2017 and 17 Feb 2017
"Our second trip with Expert Africa did not disappoint.
James organised everything from the UK brilliantly, and was superbly patient with our changes of ideas and plans!
The one area of the trip was the quality of accommodation at Gorilla Mountain View lodge as I think that the review enhanced our expectations.
However overall an incredible experience to be recommended to anyone." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 4 on a Rwanda safari
James organised everything from the UK brilliantly, and was superbly patient with our changes of ideas and plans!
The one area of the trip was the quality of accommodation at Gorilla Mountain View lodge as I think that the review enhanced our expectations.
However overall an incredible experience to be recommended to anyone." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 4 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr L & Mrs O
PA, USA
"Our second great Expert Africa safari"
I visited Botswana and 2 other countries between 5 Feb 2017 and 24 Feb 2017
"Thank you again, Maruska. Everything went absolutely perfectly, exactly according to plan. We just could not have asked for more, truly a trip of a lifetime. We especially loved Primate Safaris in Rwanda and our guide Sura."
Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr W & Dr D
Leeds
"My Jan 2017 trip"
I visited Rwanda and 1 other country between 7 Jan 2017 and 20 Jan 2017
"With hindsight we would have changed just one thing - we would have reduced our stay at Mountain Gorilla Lodge to three nights, leaving after lunch after our second gorilla trek, so that we could have spent two nights on Lake Kivu."
Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr S
Providence
"My Dec 2016 trip"
I visited Tanzania and 2 other countries between 31 Dec 2016 and 14 Jan 2017
"As a whole, the trip was fabulous. With Elizabeth's help in the planning stage, I believe that we created a trip with the appropriate number of stops ( not too many) and a perfect mix of interesting, different locations.
The logistics of the vacation were excellent. There was not a single "hitch" in any of our transfers. Each and every guide/driver was gracious, efficient ---- a pleasure to be with.
Thank you for helping to create a great adventure." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
The logistics of the vacation were excellent. There was not a single "hitch" in any of our transfers. Each and every guide/driver was gracious, efficient ---- a pleasure to be with.
Thank you for helping to create a great adventure." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr B & Mrs K
Dubai
"Trip of a lifetime!!!"
I visited Rwanda between 7 Dec 2016 and 10 Dec 2016
"A trip that we had planned to go gorilla trekking for a honeymoon, ended up as an early surprise trip that I had organised for our engagement (I guess I will now need to find another location for our honeymoon - but I guess we could always go back!)
This was a very special trip for us and exceeded all of our expectations (to top it all off - she did say 'yes') - Rwanda is a great place to visit - a beautiful country with welcoming and kind people - I would recommend anyone to visit! We will certainly be back in the near future! A trip of lifetime that we will cherish for the rest of our lives!" Read full review: 3 nights in Africa; 3 on a Rwanda safari
This was a very special trip for us and exceeded all of our expectations (to top it all off - she did say 'yes') - Rwanda is a great place to visit - a beautiful country with welcoming and kind people - I would recommend anyone to visit! We will certainly be back in the near future! A trip of lifetime that we will cherish for the rest of our lives!" Read full review: 3 nights in Africa; 3 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms J
Woking
"The most incredible, amazing holiday "
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 3 Dec 2016 and 16 Dec 2016
"We had the most incredible, amazing holiday. It was truly a holiday of a lifetime.
The gorillas were unforgettable in Rwanda and I would definitely advise others who are thinking of going to do a trip to the golden monkeys first and two trips to the gorillas, as the second trip was even better than the first. We got so close to the gorillas we could have touched them (we didn't!). A silverback actually brushed past my husband - we all held our breath!
The safari in Tanzania was also incredible, but made even more special by our driver Faso who was so knowledgeable about all the animals and birds.
The holiday was not cheap, but it was worth every penny that we paid and would not hesitate to recommend Expert Africa. In fact, we are already of thinking about doing another safari, once we have saved up a bit!!
I want to thank Expert Africa for organising our trip.
We have lots of videos (especially of the gorillas) and photos if you would like us to send you some." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
The gorillas were unforgettable in Rwanda and I would definitely advise others who are thinking of going to do a trip to the golden monkeys first and two trips to the gorillas, as the second trip was even better than the first. We got so close to the gorillas we could have touched them (we didn't!). A silverback actually brushed past my husband - we all held our breath!
The safari in Tanzania was also incredible, but made even more special by our driver Faso who was so knowledgeable about all the animals and birds.
The holiday was not cheap, but it was worth every penny that we paid and would not hesitate to recommend Expert Africa. In fact, we are already of thinking about doing another safari, once we have saved up a bit!!
I want to thank Expert Africa for organising our trip.
We have lots of videos (especially of the gorillas) and photos if you would like us to send you some." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr A
Washington DC
"Another Great Adventure through Expert Africa"
I visited Rwanda and 2 other countries between 8 Oct 2016 and 28 Oct 2016
"A really extraordinary adventure. An excellent itinerary in Rwanda, capped by the priceless experience of tracking gorillas and other primates.
A beautiful week in the Quirimbas Archipelago, including a visit to a hidden gem of southeast Africa, historic Ibo Island.
Just a wonderful experience all around.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Many thanks to Tracy Lederer for another round of assistance in arranging and assembling an African adventure (our third in three years through Expert Africa). An excellent initial recommendation for an itinerary and extremely helpful advise in refining our ideas. The arrangements came together quickly and worked almost flawlessly.
Thank you again Tracy and Expert Africa." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
A beautiful week in the Quirimbas Archipelago, including a visit to a hidden gem of southeast Africa, historic Ibo Island.
Just a wonderful experience all around.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Many thanks to Tracy Lederer for another round of assistance in arranging and assembling an African adventure (our third in three years through Expert Africa). An excellent initial recommendation for an itinerary and extremely helpful advise in refining our ideas. The arrangements came together quickly and worked almost flawlessly.
Thank you again Tracy and Expert Africa." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 12 on a Rwanda safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr N
Corby
"2016 african adventure"
I visited Kenya and 1 other country between 30 Sep 2016 and 13 Oct 2016
"As usual good service from Expert Africa
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Weight limit of 20kg on safari flights would be an improvement" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Weight limit of 20kg on safari flights would be an improvement" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms F
Hertfordshire
"Our Rwanda/Botswana trip feedback"
I visited Botswana and 3 other countries between 26 Sep 2016 and 11 Oct 2016
"Fabulous trip.
Great itinerary from Expert Africa - good variety of camps and length of stays were perfect.
Our main Expert Africa contact was actually Megan, not Tracy, but she is not in the pick list.
It would have been nice to have received a phone call on returning from the trip to ask us how it had been.
Our guide Theo was excellent and negotiated two fabulous groups for our gorilla treks." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 8 on a Botswana safari
Great itinerary from Expert Africa - good variety of camps and length of stays were perfect.
Our main Expert Africa contact was actually Megan, not Tracy, but she is not in the pick list.
It would have been nice to have received a phone call on returning from the trip to ask us how it had been.
Our guide Theo was excellent and negotiated two fabulous groups for our gorilla treks." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 8 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr&Mrs T
Biggleswade
"My Sep 2016 trip"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 2 Sep 2016 and 13 Sep 2016
"We were delighted with the trip overall, despite a few things regarding the Highlands.
Right from the start Liz was incredibly helpful, making useful suggestions and coming up with a great itinerary.
She was great when Kenya airways changed their flight schedule, and we had to use a different carrier.
Overall the trip was excellent - the middle part at Ubuntu was the highlight, followed by the Rwanda section and the Highlands last of all, but the whole experience was great.
We would certainly use Expert Africa again - and I was recommending someone only today to get in touch for something they were planning." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Right from the start Liz was incredibly helpful, making useful suggestions and coming up with a great itinerary.
She was great when Kenya airways changed their flight schedule, and we had to use a different carrier.
Overall the trip was excellent - the middle part at Ubuntu was the highlight, followed by the Rwanda section and the Highlands last of all, but the whole experience was great.
We would certainly use Expert Africa again - and I was recommending someone only today to get in touch for something they were planning." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania 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.
