Rwanda gorilla tours | Rwanda offers it everything, from vast savanna plains to lush rainforests teeming with chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, and from the busy city of Kigali to the tranquil Lake Kivu. The “Land of a Thousand Hills” has been wonderfully restored after a stormy history and is available for exploration. Rwanda’s stunning environment earned the country the moniker ‘Le pays des Mille Collines’, or ‘Land of a Thousand Hills’. There are undulating hills dotted with beautiful tea plantations, tropical rainforests, and lovely Rwandan villages fit for Africa safaris and tours.
This is Africa at its finest! The northern Volcanoes National Park offers exciting volcanic excursions as well as encounters with endangered mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. On the enormous Lake Kivu, you may enjoy native fishing life and magnificent sunsets. Track chimps in the tropical Nyungwe Forest or take a walk through the vibrant green tea gardens. During the vehicle safari in eastern Akagera National Park, you could sight the big five! Aside from its rich natural and animal characteristics, there will be opportunity to ponder on Rwanda’s tragic past.
Explore Rwanda With All In Africa Safaris (Rwanda Gorilla Tours)
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park, Africa’s oldest national park, is home to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. The park includes five of the eight Virunga Mountain volcanoes and spans 160 km² of lush rainforest.
Akagera National Park.
Akagera National Park is Rwanda’s biggest national park. It’s ideal for classic game drives as well as exploring the region on foot, which allows for close encounters with wildlife. The National Park has ten lakes, over 500 bird species, and over 8,000 big animals to see on a safari.
Lake Kivu via the Congo-Nile trail.
Lake Kivu is part of the Albertine Rift Valley and one of Africa’s Great Lakes. It is surrounded by mountains and a distinct flora and wildlife. One of the greatest ways to visit the lake is along the famed 227-kilometer-long ‘Congo Nile Trail’. The track may be explored on foot, mountain bike, lake kayak, or a combination of the three. A fantastic journey for nature enthusiasts, as well as an exposure to Rwandan rural life along the way.
Where to stay: Find the best accommodations in stunning locations.
All In Africa Safaris headquarters is located in East Africa (Uganda), allowing us to carefully choose the best hotel alternatives available in each visit. Rwanda is recognised for its exclusive and high-end focus, but it also welcomes mid-range and budget travellers. Whatever lodge grade you like, a good level of service is our first goal to provide a comfortable stay. To deliver the best Africa experience, we like to partner with small lodges in excellent locations and intimate settings wherever feasible.
Ideal travel season.
Rwanda is an excellent location to visit at any time of the year. The low season is believed to be from October to May, while the hot season is from June to September. In terms of weather, it is considered that Rwanda receives more rain during the low season and is drier during the high season. In recent years, however, we have discovered that the seasons are no longer very trustworthy, as rainfall can occur during the ‘dry season’, and there can be dry spells during the ‘rainy season. When visiting Rwanda, monkey excursions in rainforest environments are often the highlight of the vacation. Rainforests are naturally quite damp, and rain cannot be avoided altogether.
PERMIT AND LODGING AVAILABILITY (Rwanda Gorilla Tours)
It’s crucial to note that gorilla tracking licences sell out rapidly during peak season. Especially while travelling around July or August. We recommend securing your permissions at least six months in advance. The same applies for Rwanda’s famed high-end lodges, which are sometimes completely booked well in advance.