Rwanda Safaris

Why Visit Rwanda? Why Choose Rwanda Safaris?

Wondering why you should choose Rwanda safaris over any other destination, or simply wondering why you should consider including Rwanda onto your Africa safari? Below are some of the things we love about Rwanda that would pique your interest as well, to get to explore Rwanda safaris with Rowin Africa Safaris.

1. Trek Mountain Gorillas in Virunga National Park

Mountain gorilla trekking is the most sought after Rwanda safaris experiences that you can embark on when you visit Rwanda. Gorilla trekking is a thrilling Rwanda safaris experience that takes you to the rain forested area of Volcanoes National Park.

Virunga National Park is part of the Virunga Massifs, that stretches across DR Congo, Uganda and Rwanda as well. Trekking mountain gorillas in Rwanda requires purchasing a gorilla permit, which allows you to take part in the activity and encountering the gorillas in their natural habitat, for up to 1 hour. The Rwanda gorilla permit cost is currently at $1,500 per person per single trek. Only a limited number of people are allowed to encounter the gorillas and as such gorilla permits sell out fast. To guarantee your gorilla safari in Rwanda, it is necessary to book your Rwanda gorilla permit well in advance.

2. Thrilling Rwanda Primate Experiences; Chimpanzees and Golden Monkeys

Apart from the endangered mountain gorillas, Rwanda safaris take you to encounter so many other primates. Chimpanzees in Nyungwe National Park and golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park are equally amazing primates to encounter while on Rwanda primate safaris throughout the year. Embarking on Rwanda primate safaris have you enjoying chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe National Park, as well as golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park, all allowing you up to 1 hours in the presence of the primates in their natural habitat, watching them on their day-to-day activities and way of life.

There are about 500 chimpanzees in Nyungwe National Park, distributed in 2 communities that is Cyamudongo Forest and Uwinka. Most Chimpanzee trekking safaris in Nyungwe National Park start and end in Uwinka.

3. Wildlife Safaris in Akagera National Park Rwanda

Akagera National Park is the only savannah grassland attraction in Rwanda, inhabiting the different Africa wildlife species, including the big 5 animals most sought after by many who embark on Africa safaris. Akagera National Park is home to over 12,000 mammals, and about 482 bird species. The big 5 animals in Rwanda can only be found in Akagera National Park that is lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants and rhinos. Other animals in Akagera National Park include zebras, hippos, crocodiles, monkeys, hyenas, giraffes, and so many others. A 1 Day Akagera National Park safari by Rowin Africa Safaris is one great way to see the different animals in the park, in the shortest time possible.

Where To Go In Rwanda / Attractions in Rwanda

Wondering where to go in Rwanda for your Rwanda safari, the below are a good guide for you.

Volcanoes National Park

Volcanoes National Park is the most visited and sought after Rwanda national park, and Rwanda safari destination. This is because the park inhabits some of the last remaining endangered mountain gorillas, which travelers now can encounter with a gorilla trekking. Apart from gorilla trekking other activities in Volcanoes National Park include golden monkey trekking, volcano climbing and hiking, bird watching, nature walks, visiting Diane Fossey’s Museum and Tomb, as well as cave exploration.

Nyungwe Forest National Park

Nyungwe Forest National Park is a dense forested area that hosts chimpanzees, birds, a variety of plan and flower species, and so much more. There are many hiking trails in Nyungwe Forest National Park that travelers after long hiking Rwanda safaris can visit and be blown away. Chimpanzee tracking, canopy walkway, ziplining, bird watching, guided walking safaris, are some of the activities in Nyungwe Forest National Park.

Akagera National Park

Akagera National Park is the only savannah wildlife park in Rwanda, as earlier mentioned, inhabiting all the big 5 animals and so many other mammals and birds. Travelers who visit Rwanda on Rwanda safaris can enjoy game drives in Akagera National Park, bird watching, boat safaris on Lake Ihema, night game drive safaris, hot air balloon safaris, among so many other activities.

Lake Kivu Rwanda

Lake Kivu in Rwanda is an ideal area in the country that you can spend a couple of days relaxing, especially after your Rwanda gorilla trekking safari. Canoeing, birding, or simply enjoying the amazing views of Lake Kivu are some of the activities to enjoy.

Other attractions in Rwanda or things to go to in Rwanda include the Inema Art Centre, Kigali Genocide Memorial, Gishwati Mukura National Park, Gorilla Guardians Village or commonly known as Iby’Iwacu cultural village, Mount Bisoke, among so many others.

Things to Do a Rwanda Safari / Activities to Do on a Rwanda Safari

Gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey tracking, game drives, boat safaris on Lake Ihema, canoeing on Lake Kivu, sport fishing, bird watching, guided walking safaris, night game drives, canopy walk experience, zip lining, volcano hiking, cycling, Kigali city tour, and so many others are the different things to do on a Rwanda safari. Depending on your preference, take a pck of the different options and have one of the experienced consultants of Rowin Arica Safaris plan out your ultimate Rwanda safari package.

What is the best time to visit Rwanda? / Best Time for Rwanda Safaris

Rwanda is open for visits all throughout the year, for wildlife are resident in the parks throughout. Ideally however, June to October, and December to March is the best time to visit Rwanda. This is because the weather then is ideal, offering the best chance to easily spot animals. This time is referred to as the dry season.

If you cannot visit Rwanda during the dry season, the other months are also available, during the rainy season. This rainy season is a great time to visit for this is when nature blooms and flourishes, low prices on services especially on accommodation. It is also a great time forthose travelers not interested in crowds.

How much are Rwanda Safaris? / What is the Rwanda safari cost?

Rwanda safari costs vary depending on the number of people, length of stay, activities involved, type of accommodation, and season of travel. Rwanda safari costs vary from $700 to more than $10,000 per person. Reach out to us to customize for you your fitting Rwanda safari, your budget put into consideration.

How Do You Book Rwanda Safaris?

It is very simple to book Rwanda safaris; simply reach out to us and we will share a tailored Rwanda safari package fit for just you.

Rwanda safaris are a diverse and interesting Africa safari packages that travelers can book all throughout the year, to be amazed by the beauty of this small and yet fulfilling Africa safari destination.