Volcanoes National Park – Rwanda

Overview

The Volcanoes project in Rwanda is one of the world’s most celebrated conservation success stories. Home to the endangered mountain gorilla, it demonstrates how conservation, tourism, and community development can work together to deliver global impact.

Strong national leadership and sustained conservation investment have enabled the recovery of mountain gorilla populations, while ensuring tourism revenue directly benefits surrounding communities.

Through ACCF, philanthropic support helps strengthen this model – supporting conservation programmes, enhancing community resilience, and securing the long-term future of this globally significant ecosystem.

Why It Matters

This model shows how conservation, tourism, and national leadership can work together to recover endangered species while delivering sustained economic benefits.

Flagship Initiatives

Mountain Gorilla Conservation

Long-term protection and monitoring of one of the world’s most endangered species.

Community Revenue Sharing & Livelihoods

Ensuring conservation delivers direct economic benefits locally.

Habitat Protection & Park Management

Safeguarding critical montane forest ecosystems.

Sustainable Tourism Model

High-value tourism funding conservation and national development.