Rwanda Safari Experiences
Rwanda, the “Land of a Thousand Hills”, offers some of the most emotional wildlife experiences on earth. A Rwanda safari is best known for gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, where you spend a magical hour with a mountain gorilla family in the misty Virunga mountains.
Beyond the gorillas, track playful golden monkeys through the bamboo forests of the Virungas, see the Big Five on the savannah of Akagera National Park, and walk among chimpanzees and ancient trees in the pristine montane rainforest of Nyungwe Forest National Park. Compact and easy to travel, Rwanda lets you combine primates, big game and a visit to vibrant Kigali in just a few days.
☀ When to Go
The dry seasons, December to February and June to September, are the best time to visit Rwanda. Gorilla trekking is possible all year round, but the trails are easier to walk during these drier months.
🦍 Gorilla Permits
Gorilla trekking permits in Volcanoes National Park are limited and sell out, especially in the dry seasons, so book early. Our Rwanda packages include your gorilla permits.
✓ Why Book With Us
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Experience Rwanda Safaris
Where to Go
Top Rwanda Safari Destinations
The parks that make a Rwanda safari unforgettable, and the packages that take you there.
Mountain gorillas & golden monkeys
Volcanoes National Park
Rwanda’s most famous park, in the misty Virunga mountains, is where you spend a magical hour with a mountain gorilla family. It’s also home to playful golden monkeys and offers volcano hikes with spectacular views.
Best time: all year; easiest December–February and June–September
Big Five & savannah safari
Akagera National Park
Rwanda’s only savannah park is home to the Big Five and offers a more traditional safari, with scenic lakes, rolling hills and diverse wildlife, including reintroduced lions and rhinos.
Best time: the dry seasons, December–February and June–September
Chimpanzees & canopy walk
Nyungwe Forest National Park
One of Africa’s oldest rainforests, home to 13 primate species, including chimpanzees. Its famous canopy walkway, suspended high above the forest floor, offers a unique view of this rich ecosystem.
Best time: the dry seasons, for easier forest trails
