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DR Congo: Tourists return to Mount Nyiaragongo volcano

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As holiday destinations go, the Democratic Republic of Congo isn't currently top of that many tourist wish lists. But increased security is leading adventure seekers to change their minds and reconsider the natural beauty the DRC has to offer. Our reporters head to Mount Nyiaragongo, an active volcano that is increasingly open for business, inside the country's iconic Virunga national park.

Added on the 20/02/2015 07:06:12 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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