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The Land of a Thousand Hills – intimate wildlife, thoughtful conservation and effortless beauty.

Rwanda

Discover Rwanda’s mountain gorillas, Nyungwe primates, Akagera wildlife, Lake Kivu and Kigali on a seamless, conservation-led luxury journey through the Land of a Thousand Hills.

Best Time To travel

June - September; December - February

Duration From

7 Days

Price From (USD)

9950

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The Heart of Safari

The land where safari began.

Rwanda offers one of Africa’s most beautifully focused journeys. In a compact landscape of green hills and volcanic peaks, mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, chimpanzees and classic savannah wildlife can be experienced with remarkably little time lost in transit. Volcanoes National Park is the emotional centre: misty bamboo forest, expert trackers and carefully managed encounters with habituated gorilla families. Nyungwe protects an ancient montane forest alive with chimpanzees and colobus monkeys. Akagera adds open plains, lakes and a restored Big Five ecosystem, while Lake Kivu creates space to pause. Kigali brings contemporary culture, excellent hospitality and essential historical context. We build every itinerary around permit availability, fitness and pace, using private guiding and carefully selected lodges for a seamless conservation-minded journey.
At a Glance
CAPITALKigali
LANGUAGEKinyarwanda, English, French, Swahili
CURRENCYRwandan Franc (RWF)
TIME ZONECAT - GMT+2
VISAVisa on arrival or online; fees depend on nationality
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Rwanda's Great Landscapes

Volcanoes National ParkSignature

Volcanoes National Park

Bamboo-covered volcanic slopes shelter mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. Expert trackers and controlled permits keep encounters intimate and conservation-led.

Nyungwe Forest National ParkSignature

Nyungwe Forest National Park

Ancient montane rainforest renowned for chimpanzee tracking, colobus troops, forest walks and exceptional biodiversity.

Akagera National ParkSignature

Akagera National Park

A remarkable restoration where savannah, woodland and lakes support the Big Five, giraffes, hippos and prolific birdlife.

Lake KivuSignature

Lake Kivu

A calm freshwater lake edged by green hills, ideal for kayaking, boat trips and restorative stays between active days.

KigaliSignature

Kigali

Clean, creative and welcoming, Rwanda's capital offers dining, design, markets and meaningful historical context.

The Congo Nile Trail & HighlandsSignature

The Congo Nile Trail & Highlands

Tea country, lake views and rolling highlands create a scenic route for walking, cycling and slower exploration.

Reasons to Choose Rwanda

I

Mountain Gorilla Encounters

A rare, deeply moving hour with one of the world's remaining mountain gorilla families.

II

Conservation with Results

Tourism contributes tangible value to protected areas and neighbouring communities.

III

Remarkably Easy Logistics

Good roads and compact distances connect the principal regions with minimal time lost.

IV

Primates and the Big Five

Gorillas, chimpanzees and golden monkeys combine naturally with a classic Big Five safari.

V

Thoughtful Hospitality

Intimate lodges, polished service and excellent guides suit personalised high-comfort travel.

VI

Culture and Context

Kigali's museums, arts and community experiences illuminate Rwanda's history and present.

When to Travel

Jun - Sep

Main Dry Season

Drier trails make this the most popular period for gorilla and chimpanzee trekking. Akagera wildlife viewing is also excellent.

Dec - Feb

Short Dry Season

Warm days and manageable forest trails create another rewarding window for primates, safari and Lake Kivu.

Mar - May

Long Rains

Heavier rain brings intensely green landscapes and fewer visitors; trekking continues but trails can be muddy.

Oct - Nov

Short Rains

Intermittent showers refresh the hills and forests, rewarding flexible travellers and keen birders.