How to get to Volcanoes National Park Rwanda?
Getting to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda takes some planning. You need to think about travel, pick how to get there, and make the trip easy. The park is in the northwest of Rwanda and can be reached from Kigali, the capital. Here are ways to go there:
- By Plane: Kigali Airport (KGL): The main airport in Rwanda is Kigali Airport. People can fly to Kigali from other countries. From the airport, they travel to the park by road.
- Private Ride: The easiest way to reach the park from Kigali is by car. The trip takes 2-3 hours, based on where in the park you go. Many tour groups and hotels in Rwanda offer car rides with drivers who know the way.
- Public Transport: Buses and small shared vans (called matatus) run between Kigali and Musanze. Musanze is the main way to get to Volcanoes National Park. From there, people can find local rides or taxis to the park.
- Tours: Many people choose tours that include rides, hotels, and guides. Tour groups often pick up visitors in Kigali and make travel to the park easy.
- Renting a Car: Travelers who want more freedom can rent a car in Kigali. The drive to the park is on good roads. A car lets people see the area at their own speed.