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Kinigi, Volcanoes National Park · Every August to October
Kwita Izina
Rwanda names the year's baby mountain gorillas in a ceremony at the foot of the Virunga volcanoes.
On now until October 31
What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Kigali for August 25 to October 31, 2026, round trips of 4 to 8 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Gorilla permits are limited and expensive; book months ahead.
- The date is announced by the tourism board; watch for it in early summer.
- Kinigi is about two and a half hours north west of Kigali by road; lodges near Musanze arrange transfers.
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