About this experience
1-Day Mount Mubura hiking is one of the most thrilling advetures to do in Rwanda that shall blow your mind with new discoveries of nature at its most untamed form.
Mount. Muhabura has got steep slopes and it’s the most challenging and physical body demanding hike of all the hikes in the Virunga ranges.
It’s characterized by a cone-like shape with volcanic ash that supports the growth of shrubs and thickets.
Hiking Mount Muhabura offers you a chance to spot the rare birds, mammals like Buffaloes, gorillas, elephants etc.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
What is included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Hiking Permits
- Lunch
- Driver Guide
Not included
- Porters
- Personal Expenses on Visa, Insurance, Shopping, Tips
Itinerary and highlights
Early morning at 4:30am, you will embark on a drive to volcanoes National Park headquarters in Kinigi for a briefing about the Hike at 7:00am.
Drive to the starting point of the hike and ascend the volcanoe via shrubs and thickets, nature allowing you will spot primates like baboons, monkeys, and wildlife species like elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks and various unique vegetation zones with magical views of the countryside.
The hike takes about 5-8 hours ascend and back. Hiking to the summit of Muhabura volcano rewards you with vistas of the craterlake at the top with crystal clear water.
Enjoy a bush lunch at the caldera with stunning views and later descend back to the park headquarters.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Silverbird Tours Agency
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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