Three Rwandan cyclists find an easier way up a steep hill. Mt. Muhabura, known as "The Guide" because it is visible from far away, appears faintly in the background.

Downtown Ruhengeri bustles with activity.

The front porch of our cabin at Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

The interior of our cabin

A carved gorilla takes shape near the ORTPN office in Kinigi.

This gorilla welcomes visitors to the ORTPN office.

The Karisoke Research Center, headquarters for the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International's operations in Rwanda.

Mt. Muhabura, one of the five Virunga volcanoes that forms the border between Rwanda, Uganda and the DRC. In this picture, the boundary between the Volcanoes National Park and the surrounding farmland is clearl visible.

Spectacular view from the Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

The Lodge is situated on a ridge between Lake Ruhondo and Lake Bulera.

Mt. Muhabura, with Mt. Gahinga in the background, as seen from the Virunga Lodge.

Residents of a nearby village put on a show of traditional Rwandan singing and dancing at the Virunga Lodge.