Join a one-day hike to Mount Gahinga Volcano in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, beginning and concluding at Lake Bunyonyi or nearby areas. Be prepared for pickup at 5:00 AM with your packed breakfast and lunch for the journey ahead. Alternative starting and ending locations include Kabale town, Lake Mutanda, the Rushaga Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Kisoro town, among others. This hike is perfect for those near Lake Bunyonyi seeking a full-day adventure.
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Aron M. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English
Hello! I’m Aron, a passionate mountain guide and travel expert dedicated to creating unforgettable adventure experiences across East Africa. With years of experience in the region’s wild and beautiful landscapes, I specialize in Rwenzori Mountains hiking, Virunga Volcano climbs, Mount Elgon expeditions, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, and wildlife safaris.
My goal is to help travelers discover the raw beauty, culture, and biodiversity of East Africa through safe, well-organized, and deeply rewarding adventures. Whether you dream of standing on snow-capped peaks, meeting great apes in their natural habitat, or exploring vast savannas teeming with wildlife, I’ll ensure your journey is memorable and meaningful.
Join me for an authentic adventure through Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders!
Tour highlights
Trekking an Extinct Volcano
Explore bamboo forests and rich wildlife habitats while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views from the summit
Primate Encounters
Track gorillas and golden monkeys
Scenic Transfer From Lake Bunyonyi
Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscapes
Route details
At your hotel on the mainland of Lake Bunyonyi, be prepared for pickup at 5:00 AM for your transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, specifically to the Ntebeko park headquarters, where you will begin the Mount Gahinga Volcano Trekking. This extinct volcano is located in the Virunga Mountains within the Albertine Rift, part of the western branch of the East African Rift, and it lies along the borders of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Notably, Muhabura is shared between Uganda and Rwanda.
After completing the trek on Gahinga Volcano, you will return to Lake Bunyonyi, concluding your trip.
Difficulty
Moderate
Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity
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Organizational details
Included:
- Mount Gahinga trekking permit;
- roundtrip transport in a 4X4 vehicle van;
- Park entrance fees;
- English speaking driver among others.
Excluded:
- flights;
- bar bills;
- visas;
- gratitudes;
- personal insurance;
- porter hire.
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Number of individuals
2-8 tourists, over 15 y.o.
from
1 tourist
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