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Rwanda

Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills, is Africa’s rising eco-tourism star: mountain gorillas, pristine rainforest, big-game savannah and a clean, safe and easy welcome.

CapitalKigali
CurrencyRwandan franc (RWF)
LanguagesKinyarwanda, English, French, Swahili
Best timeJun to Sep, Dec to Feb
Time zoneCAT (UTC+2)
Top experienceGorillas in Volcanoes NP
Rwanda

Why Visit Rwanda

Small in size but mighty in experience, Rwanda has emerged as an inspiration of resilience and transformation. Its compact geography and well-developed infrastructure make it tailor-made for travellers with limited time but big dreams of wildlife encounters.

Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park

Nestled in the Virunga Mountains, Volcanoes National Park is world-renowned for intimate mountain gorilla encounters among misty forests and volcanic terrain.

Golden Monkeys

The park is also home to the golden monkey, a rare and playful primate found only in this region.

The Big Five in Akagera

Akagera is a savannah-style park with lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino, plus hippos and crocodiles on a serene Lake Ihema boat cruise. Its revival is a conservation success story.

Nyungwe Forest

Nyungwe is a living laboratory and sanctuary. Chase the rustle of chimpanzees or soak in the mist of a hidden waterfall on its lush trails.

Kigali

Rwanda’s capital is consistently ranked among the cleanest and safest cities in Africa.

Many Parks in Few Days

You can experience Volcanoes, Akagera and Nyungwe in just a few days, or sample one in a single day.

Safaris in Rwanda

1 day Akagera Excursion- Wilderness UnfoldedRwanda · 1 day1 day Akagera Excursion- Wilderness UnfoldedFrom $475 per personView Tour2 Days Akagera National Park whispers EscapeRwanda · 2 days2 Days Akagera National Park whispers EscapeFrom $850 per personView Tour3 days Gorilla and Golden monkey tracking In RwandaRwanda · 3 days3 days Gorilla and Golden monkey tracking In RwandaFrom $4,169 per personView Tour3 Days Akagera National Park Safari-Rwanda’s Wild HeartRwanda · 3 days3 Days Akagera National Park Safari-Rwanda’s Wild HeartFrom $1,345 per personView TourOne-Day Gorilla Tracking Adventure – Volcanoes National Park, RwandaRwanda · 1 dayOne-Day Gorilla Tracking Adventure – Volcanoes National Park, RwandaFrom $2,000 per personView Tour2 Days Twin Lakes Cycling and Hike in RwandaRwanda · 2 days2 Days Twin Lakes Cycling and Hike in RwandaFrom $150 per personView Tour3 days Gorilla tracking and Dian Fossey Trail HikeRwanda · 3 days3 days Gorilla tracking and Dian Fossey Trail HikeFrom $2,625 per personView Tour8 days best of Rwanda Primates and Cultural SafariRwanda · 8 days8 days best of Rwanda Primates and Cultural SafariFrom $5,250 per personView Tour1-Day Mount Bisoke Conquest- A Journey into Rwanda’s Volcanic MajestyRwanda · 1 day1-Day Mount Bisoke Conquest- A Journey into Rwanda’s Volcanic MajestyPrice on requestView Tour2 days Nyungwe Forest safariRwanda · 2 days2 days Nyungwe Forest safariPrice on requestView Tour2-Day Twin Lakes Cycling TourRwanda · 2 days2-Day Twin Lakes Cycling TourPrice on requestView Tour3 days incredible Nyungwe experienceRwanda · 3 days3 days incredible Nyungwe experiencePrice on requestView Tour4 days Rwanda Gorilla tour and Golden monkey trackingRwanda · 4 days4 days Rwanda Gorilla tour and Golden monkey trackingPrice on requestView Tour6 days Rwanda wildlife SafariRwanda · 6 days6 days Rwanda wildlife SafariPrice on requestView Tour10 days best of Rwanda destinationRwanda · 10 days10 days best of Rwanda destinationPrice on requestView Tour

National Parks of Rwanda

Nyungwe National ParkNational ParkNyungwe National ParkNyungwe National Park covers 97,000 ha of ancient montane rainforest in southwest Rwanda: chimpanzees, birds, the…Read MoreVolcanoes National ParkNational ParkVolcanoes National ParkVolcanoes National Park protects Rwanda's Virunga volcanoes next to Mgahinga and Virunga: mountain gorillas, golden monkeys…Read MoreAkagera National ParkNational ParkAkagera National ParkA quick guide to Akagera National Park, home to Rwanda's Big Five: lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards…Read More

Plan Your Rwanda Trip

When is the best time to go?

Gorillas can be tracked all year. The drier months, June to September and December to February, usually make the trails easier to walk.

How many days do I need?

Rwanda’s compact size means one park can be sampled in a single day, and the three main parks can be combined in just a few days. We can tailor the route to your time.

Is there a minimum age for gorilla tracking?

Yes. Visitors must be at least 15 years old to track gorillas.

Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking health

Mountain gorillas and chimpanzees are highly vulnerable to human diseases, including colds and flu. You should be free from contagious illness when you trek. Park officials check visitors at the start, and they can stop anyone whose health is in doubt from continuing.

Day pack for primate tracking

Pack these for your day of tracking:

  • Plenty of water, 1 to 2 litres per person
  • High-energy snacks, in addition to the packed lunch from your lodge or camp
  • A waterproof bag for your camera equipment
  • A hat, sunscreen and mosquito repellent
  • A lightweight waterproof jacket or poncho
  • Gloves (cheap gardening gloves are fine)
  • Binoculars if you are a keen birder

Walking sticks are available at the start of the trek and are very handy on steep, slippery tracks.

Rwanda Travel Guides

Where to Track Mountain Gorillas in East AfricaTravel GuideWhere to Track Mountain Gorillas in East AfricaWhere to see mountain gorillas: Bwindi and Mgahinga in Uganda, Volcanoes in Rwanda and Virunga in…Read MoreZipline Experience- “Speed meets serenity in Nyungwe”Travel GuideZipline Experience- “Speed meets serenity in Nyungwe”Feel the rush of speed above Nyungwe National Park's rainforest canopy on the zipline, with panoramic…Read MoreVisit Rwanda DestinationTravel GuideVisit Rwanda DestinationRwanda covers 26,338 km2 of hills and volcanoes. Discover gorilla trekking, Kigali, Lake Kivu, Nyungwe and…Read MoreGame Drive Encounter in Akagera National Park – The Big Five Experience in RwandaTravel GuideGame Drive Encounter in Akagera National Park – The Big Five Experience in RwandaGame drives in Akagera National Park, established in 1934 on Rwanda's border with Tanzania, where you…Read MoreMountain Gorilla Tracking & its population -A Journey into the Wild Soul of AfricaTravel GuideMountain Gorilla Tracking & its population -A Journey into the Wild Soul of AfricaStand face to face with mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park: how gorilla tracking works and…Read MoreKwita Izina -Baby Gorilla Naming Ceremony-Rwanda’s Sustainable Conservation SuccessTravel GuideKwita Izina -Baby Gorilla Naming Ceremony-Rwanda’s Sustainable Conservation SuccessKwita Izina, Rwanda's annual baby gorilla naming ceremony, celebrates conservation, tradition and community pride in the…Read MoreLake Kivu Experience-From Methane Mysteries to Melodic Shores “Where energy meets elegance, and every wave carries a story.”Travel GuideLake Kivu Experience-From Methane Mysteries to Melodic Shores “Where energy meets elegance, and every wave carries a story.”Lake Kivu between Rwanda and DR Congo: palm-fringed beaches, singing fishermen, island trips and the lake's…Read MoreNyanza- Rwanda’s Royal Soul “Where tradition reigns and the echoes of kings still stir the hills.”Travel GuideNyanza- Rwanda’s Royal Soul “Where tradition reigns and the echoes of kings still stir the hills.”Nyanza in southern Rwanda, once the seat of the kings: visit the King's Palace Museum, Inyambo…Read More

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