Nyiragongo Volcano
Mount Nyiragongo is an active stratovolcano in the Virunga Range, Democratic Republic of Congo, known for its large, constantly moving lava lake and frequent, often devastating, eruptions since 1882.

šŸ“œ Active stratovolcano in the Virunga Range, Democratic Republic of Congo.
šŸ” Home to one of the world's largest and most active lava lakes.

Why Go

šŸŒ‹ Witness a spectacular, constantly moving lava lake
šŸžļø Explore a significant natural wonder within Virunga National Park
šŸŒ Experience a unique geological phenomenon in Africa

Why Avoid

āš ļø Constant threat of dangerous, fast-moving lava eruptions
šŸ’€ History of catastrophic events and high death tolls
šŸ’Ø Risk of toxic gas accumulation from Lake Kivu
šŸšØ Area prone to seismic activity and ground cracks

Tips

šŸ•ļø Shelter available 30 minutes from the summit

šŸ“ Location

Inside Virunga National Park, about 20 kilometers north of Goma.

Last updated 9 days ago

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