Virunga National Park, National park in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The park encompasses 7,900 square kilometers of diverse landscapes, including volcanic mountains, savannas, tropical forests, and Lake Edward.
Established in 1925 as Albert National Park, it stands as Africa's oldest national park, initially created to protect mountain gorillas.
Local communities maintain their traditional fishing practices on Lake Edward and agricultural activities along the park boundaries.
The Congolese Institute for Nature Conservation coordinates guided treks and gorilla observation tours with trained rangers.
The park contains three distinct great ape species: mountain gorillas, Grauer's gorillas, and eastern chimpanzees.
Location: North Kivu
Location: Orientale Province
Inception: 1925
Creator: Albert I of Belgium
Operator: ICCN
Website: https://virunga.org
GPS coordinates: -0.50000,29.50000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:29
Mount Nyiragongo
117.1 km
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
65.8 km
Volcanoes National Park
107.7 km
Nyamuragira
106.8 km
Mount Karisimbi
112.1 km
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
108.7 km
Mount Bisoke
106.7 km
Mount Mikeno
107.8 km
Mount Muhabura
100.3 km
Mount Sabyinyo
99.4 km
Margherita Peak
107.1 km
Mount Gahinga
100 km
Kitagata Hot Springs
75.7 km
Kyambura Game Reserve
76.5 km
1520 AD Biharwe Eclipse Monument
138 km
Katwe craters
66.1 km
Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve
72.8 km
Mount Luigi di Savoia
102.1 km
Ruwenzori
116.7 km
Kisiizi Falls
74.4 km
Kirotshe
122.9 km
Fort Portal
157.5 km
Kyatwa
134.7 km
Nyabujera
138.8 km
Karambi Tombs of Tooro Kingdom
153.6 km
Mugaba Palace
127.5 km
Ntaruka Hydroelectric Power Station
112.3 km
Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
142.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes