RWANDA SAFARI DESTINATIONS
Explore Rwanda’s National Parks, Primates, Ancient Rainforests & Savannahs
The Primate & Montaine Forest Circuits
Volcanoes National Park (Parc National des Volcans)
A misty, dramatic bamboo fortress enveloping the epic Virunga volcanic chain.
- Once-in-a-lifetime mountain gorilla trekking encounters
- Tracking rare golden monkeys
- Hiking to Dian Fossey’s historic research site
- Staying at ultra-luxury eco-lodges
Nyungwe Forest National Park
One of Africa’s oldest and most biologically diverse montane rainforests—dense, green, and alive with sound.
- Trekking habituated wild chimpanzee communities,
- Navigating the thrilling 70-meter-high Canopy Walkway suspended over the forest floor
- Spotting 13 distinct primate species (including massive troops of Rwenzori colobus monkeys)
Gishwati-Mukura National Park
Rwanda’s newest, most intimate national park—a true success story in landscape restoration and montane re-wilding.
- Highly exclusive chimpanzee and golden monkey tracking
- Peaceful nature hikes to pristine waterfalls
- Exceptional birdwatching among endemic Albertine Rift species
Savannah & Lakeside Experiences
Akagera National Park
A stunning scenic blend of open savannah rolling hills, acacia woodlands, and central African lakes.
- An incredible comeback story featuring all of the traditional Big Five (including lions and black rhinos)
- Boat safaris on Lake Ihema alongside massive pods of hippos
- Scenic low-density game drives
Lake Kivu (Rubavu & Karongi)
A massive, beautiful inland sea framed by steep, terraced emerald hills—perfect for active relaxation after a tough trek.
- Sunset kayaking alongside the melodic “singing fishermen,”
- Peaceful boat cruises to historic islands
- Exploring the multi-day Congo Nile Trail.