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Safari Packages
Curated expeditions through the heart of the continent.
Permits to trek the mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park — home to some of the world's last remaining mountain gorillas in the Virunga mountains.
A 5-day Rwanda designed around VIP access to Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony, Mountain gorilla trek ($1,500 permit), Celebrity and conservationist meet-and-greets.
Experience the soul of Rwanda through its majestic wildlife and ancient traditions.
Embark on an intimate, profoundly emotional journey into the mist-shrouded Virunga Massif, the very mountains where Dian Fossey pioneered her legendary gorilla research.
Traverse the suspended canopy walkway among ancient, towering mahogany trees, immersing yourself in one of Africa’s oldest and most spectacularly biodiverse rainforests.
Discover the inspiring conservation success story of Akagera National Park. Once nearly destroyed, it is now a thriving, lake-studded sanctuary for the Big Five.
Discover the world-renowned parks and conservancies that make Rwanda an unrivalled safari destination.
national parkBest time: June to September is the driest period with the best game viewing. The park is open year-round, with boat trips on Lake Ihema accessible at all times.
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A 7-day Rwanda designed around Two mountain gorilla treks (Volcanoes National Park), Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest, Golden monkey habituation experience.
Rwanda's Big Five safari destination — Akagera National Park is home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and recently reintroduced rhinos. Game drives, boat safaris on Lake Ihema, and excellent birding in a park that has undergone a remarkable conservation turnaround.
A 3-day Rwanda designed around Big Five game viewing (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo), Black rhino tracking experience, Lake Ihema boat safari with hippos and crocs.
Beyond the gorillas — Akagera National Park for Big Five game drives, Nyungwe Forest for canopy walks and colobus monkeys, and Rwanda's remarkable cultural heritage.
A 3-day Rwanda designed around Sorwathe Tea Estate comprehensive tour, Tea plucking experience with workers, Factory processing tour and cupping session.
A 4-day Rwanda designed around Chimpanzee tracking with habituated group, Canopy walk 70 meters above forest floor, Colobus monkey troop observations (400+ individuals).
A 5-day Rwanda designed around Kayaking on pristine freshwater lake, Napoleon Island wildlife boat trip, Hot springs exploration.
A 6-day Rwanda designed around Mountain gorilla trekking ($1,500 permit included), Iby'iwacu Cultural Village traditional experiences, Kigali Genocide Memorial and historical sites.
marine parkBest time: Year-round. The dry season (June to September) offers calmer lake conditions for boat trips and clearer visibility across the lake to the Congo highland backdrop.
national parkBest time: June to September for clearer forest canopy conditions. The park is accessible year-round but trails are muddier during heavy rain periods (March to May).
national parkBest time: June to September and December to February offer the clearest trekking conditions with lower rainfall.
The Rwandan Franc (RWF) is the local currency. US Dollars are widely accepted at hotels and lodges. Credit cards work at upscale establishments in Kigali and some lodges, but cash is preferred elsewhere. ATMs are available in Kigali and Musanze. Carry USD cash in good condition (post-2006 notes preferred).
Kinyarwanda is the national language, with English, French, and Swahili as additional official languages. English is widely spoken in tourism and business. Your guides will speak excellent English. Rwanda has increasingly become English-oriented since joining the Commonwealth in 2009.
Yellow fever vaccination is required for Rwanda. We recommend Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, and malaria prophylaxis. While Kigali's high altitude reduces malaria risk, prophylaxis is recommended for visits to Akagera and lower-altitude areas. Consult your travel doctor at least 6 weeks before departure.
Pack sturdy waterproof hiking boots with ankle support, long trousers, long-sleeved shirts, a rain jacket (essential for the rainforest), gardening gloves for gripping vegetation, gaiters, a daypack, water bottle, and camera without flash. Layers are key — mornings at altitude can be cool (10-15°C) but trekking warms you up quickly.
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