The Mountain Gorillas of Virunga National Park

The world’s entire population of endangered mountain gorillas reside between the Virunga Massif and Bwindi Forest, which together span parts of the DRC, Uganda, and Rwanda. The protected montane forests of Virunga National Park are home to more than one third of the global population and saw six newborns in 2022 alone.



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    Mountain Gorilla Facts

    Discover what observation and conservation efforts have revealed about this treasured yet endangered great ape.

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  • Conservation

    Learn more about the threats Virunga’s mountain gorillas face and what’s being done to help increase their numbers.

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  • Mountain Gorilla Families

    Meet the habituated mountain gorilla families of the Park, each with its unique history and family dynamic.

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  • Silverback Gorillas

    Silverbacks are the dominant males of gorilla society. Find out more about their behaviour and characteristics

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  • Mountain Gorilla Sanctuary

    The Senkwekwe Centre is the only mountain gorilla sanctuary in the world.

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Support Virunga this Christmas!

Treat yourself or a loved one with a meaningful gift that supports Virunga National Park.

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    Support Gorilla Conservation

    Your support is crucial in empowering the Park’s 98 community trackers to continue their vital work in protecting Virunga’s mountain gorilla population

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  • Virunga Origins

    Exclusively available in Europe, Virunga Origins offers vegan chocolate, Arabica coffee, and other artisanal delicacies made in Congo, making them perfect celebration gifts.

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