About this experience
A 1-day Mount Sabinyo hike is the most challenging but more rewarding hike to the oldest volcano in the Virunga ranges.
The Sabinyo Volcano is shared by three 3-countries, i.e, Uganda, Rwanda, and the DRC, and it is locally known as “old man’s teeth” because of its serrated top resembling the spaced teeth in an Old man’s gum line as opposed to perfect summits.
Standing at 3,645 above sea Level, Sabinyo is home to diverse biodiversity and every hiker's dream destination.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Driver guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Private safari Vehicle
- Hiking Permit
Not included
- Porters
- Personal Expenses on Visa, Insurance, Flights, Shopping, Tips
Itinerary and highlights
Set off from Kigali at 4:30am, drive 3hrs to Volcanoes national park headquarters for registration and briefing about the hike that starts at 7:00 AM.
Thereafter begin 6-8 hour hike on the foothill of the volcano and ascend through the narrow ridges to the summit offering you a thrill and magical vistas of other ranges of the Virunga ranges and tantalizing peaks of the Sabinyo’s top ridge.
The hike also gives you sightings of the indigenous bird species, mammals like elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks and golden monkeys
At the top summit, you will have picturesque views of the countryside, oldest and gigantesque rocks covered with unique stunning flora
Later descend to the bottom of the volcano and drive back to hotel
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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