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The crater lake on top of Mount Bisoke
Adventure

Hike to Dian Fossey’s grave

Volcanoes National Park Half day

A steep forest hike to the Karisoke research site and Fossey’s grave.

Climb through farmland and bamboo to the saddle between Karisimbi and Bisoke, where Dian Fossey founded the Karisoke research centre in 1967. Her grave lies beside those of the gorillas she studied, including Digit.

Included

  • Park permit
  • Ranger guide
  • Transfer from your lodge

Good to know

  • 4–5 hours return
  • Steep and muddy
  • Porters recommended

Or make it part of a trip

This experience is included in our most popular tour here.

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$85per person

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