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Kigali Capital City

Rwanda Safari Guide: Gorilla Trekking, Akagera & Nyungwe Forest Adventures

Rwanda, the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” dazzles with emerald mountains, crater lakes, and world-famous gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Home to nearly half the planet’s endangered mountain gorillas, this UNESCO-listed sanctuary offers intimate, life-changing encounters as you trek through misty bamboo forests to observe these gentle giants in the wild.

Beyond gorillas, Rwanda thrills with diverse safari experiences. Akagera National Park—reintroduced with lions and rhinos—delivers classic Big Five game drives across savannahs, wetlands, and Lake Ihema. Meanwhile, Nyungwe Forest National Park invites adventurers on Africa’s longest canopy walk and chimpanzee tracking through one of the continent’s oldest montane rainforests.

Rwanda enjoys a mild, spring-like climate year-round (15–25°C / 59–77°F). The dry seasons—June to September and January to February—are ideal for gorilla trekking and game drives. The rainy seasons (March–May, October–December) bring lush greenery and fewer crowds, perfect for birdwatching and photography in Nyungwe’s misty forests.

From the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial to vibrant local villages and traditional dance, Rwanda offers a profound cultural journey—where resilience, beauty, and warm hospitality shape every traveler’s story.

Places to Visit in Rwanda
Kigali City
The capital city of Rwanda
Volcanoes National Park
Famous for mountain gorilla trekking.
Akagera National Park
Known for diverse wildlife and scenic landscapes.
Nyungwe Forest National Park
Offers chimpanzee tracking and canopy walks.
Musanze Caves
Explore fascinating volcanic caves with rich geological history.
Gorilla Guardians Village
Experience local culture and community initiatives.
Kigali Genocide Memorial
A poignant site honoring the victims of the 1994 genocide.
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Weather

  • Jan - Feb15°C - 30°C
  • Mar - Apr18°C- 25°C
  • May - Jun25°C - 28°C
  • Jul - Aug29°C - 30°C
  • Sep - Oct17°C- 22°C
  • Nov - Dec28°C - 29°C

Safaris in Rwanda

Accomodation in Rwanda

Light House
Volcanoes National Park
Safari Logde
Start from  $90
Light House
Kigali Capital City
Kigali Marriot Hotel
Start from  $150
Light House
Kigali Rwanda
The Manor Hotel
Start from  $120