Rwanda is a land-locked, small mountainous country. Known as the land of a thousand hills, Rwanda’s stunning scenery and warm, friendly people offer unique experiences in one of the most remarkable countries in the world. It is blessed with extraordinary biodiversity, with incredible wildlife living throughout its volcanoes, montane rainforest and sweeping plains.
Main travel regions of Rwanda:
- Nyungwe National Park is the oldest conserved tropical rainforest in Africa, it accommodates about 13 primate species with the world’s largest population of 400 monkeys and chimpanzees which are 25% of Africa’s population.
- Akagera borders on Tanzania and showcases Rwanda’s Big Five
- Kigali is the capital city of Rwanda and is regarded as one of Africa’s most safe and lively cities, surrounded by lush green hillsides and meandering avenues. Kigali houses important historical monuments, such as the Kigali Genocide Memorial.
- Volcanoes National Park is renowned as being a sanctuary for the endangered mountain gorilla and is also home to five of the eight volcanoes of the Virunga. The film Gorillas in the Mist, the biographical account of Dian Fossey, was set and shot in the park, and it remains one of the few places left to experience an intimate encounter with these amazing creatures.
Highlights:
- Urban Exploration
- Gorilla Trekking
- Chimp Trekking
- Big Five Safari
- Genocide Museum
More reasons to travel:
- The lodges are the best of the best – small, intimate, and private
- Private transfers, guides, charter flights and safari vehicles.
- Guests will leave behind a positive impact on the environment, wildlife, and community
- Get inspired, get engaged with communities and projects
- Remote and isolated
- The lodges are the best of the best
- Private experiences
- Opportunity to connect with nature & have a life-changing experience
- A clean and inspiring country
- Spectacular scenery and wildlife, unique to Africa
Who will love it?
- Visitors of all ages are welcome in Rwanda
- Gorilla trekking is 15 years & older
- Almost all fitness levels
- Great for anniversaries or honeymoons
- Guests who want a real, up close and personal wildlife experience
Best time to travel:
Rwanda is a year-round destination and experiences higher rainfall in April, May & November.
Itinerary options:
- 4-nights: 1 night Kigali, 3 nights Volcanoes*
- 7-nights: 1 night Kigali, 3 nights Volcanoes, 3 nights Nyungwe
- 10-nights: 1 night Kigali, 3 nights Akagera, 3 nights Volcanoes, 3 nights Nyungwe
*4 nights is when you combine with another destination – not recommended for long haul travellers from US.
Great combinations with Rwanda:
- Rwanda & Kenya
- Rwanda & Tanzania
- Rwanda & South Africa
Get in touch with is for more information and itinerary examples: robin@tasafaris.com
