Top Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Packages and Safari Adventures
Booking the best Rwanda safari tours and gorilla trekking packages is the first step to discovering East Africa’s hidden gem. Native Africa Tours is a trusted company for Rwanda gorilla safaris in Volcanoes National Park. Our ultimate guide is your go-to resource for exploring Rwanda. It offers customizable itineraries tailored to every traveler. You’ll also find expert advice to help plan a dream holiday.
Top Rwanda Destinations to Explore
Only 4 National Parks are available for visitors to begin their exploration in Rwanda, each promising nature lovers exceptional encounters and unique moments in the wild. They include;
Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park is a stunning destination that blends savanna, woodland, and wetland ecosystems. The park is renowned for its diverse wildlife populations, making it the perfect spot to catch all the Big Five. With over 525 bird species and a wide range of other mammals, you’ll never be short on excitement.
Native Africa Tours offers incredible Rwanda safari tours, giving you the chance to get up close with Maasai giraffes, zebras, elephants, roan antelopes, warthogs, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and many more. A safari to Akagera guarantees unforgettable experiences in the wilderness. You can enjoy game drives, boat safaris on Lake Ihema, birdwatching, bush walks, sport fishing, behind-the-scenes activities, and community tours.
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park, located in the Northwestern part of Rwanda, is home to unique primates –mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, plus other amazing wildlife. This Park offers a blend of primate encounters in the jungle and mountaineering adventures. Up to 5 scenic Virunga volcanoes exist in this Park, including Mount Gahinga, Karisimbi, Sabyinyo, Muhabura, and Gahinga. The availability of these stunning volcanoes makes this park a spectacular destination with breathtaking landscapes. The Rwanda safari tours to Volcanoes National Park offer lifetime opportunities for you to experience the best gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, birding, visit the Dian Fossey tomb site, and hike the Virunga Volcano Mountains.
Nyungwe Forest National Park
Nyungwe Forest National Park is home to one of Africa’s oldest rainforests. The verdant Nyungwe boasts of a breathtaking mountainous landscape teeming with abundant wildlife, including over 13 primate species, reptiles, butterflies, over 310 species of birds, and diverse plant life. Visit Nyungwe to experience the best adventures, ranging from chimpanzee tracking, canopy walk, birding, colobus monkey tracking, and thrilling hiking adventures along the most enriching trails.
Gishwati-Mukura National Park
Gishwati-Mukura National Park, one of the least explored Rwanda destinations, yet holds plenty of attractions. No destination guarantees fresh jungle experiences in Rwanda like Gishwati-Mukura, a newly established Park and home to diverse flora, birdlife, and primates. Gishwati-Mukura is home to a diverse range of primates, including blue monkeys, vervet monkeys, golden monkeys, olive baboons, and black-and-white colobus monkeys.
Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Experience
To make your Rwanda safari tour complete, you’ll need to include gorilla trekking. Gorilla trekking is an exceptional primate adventure awaiting you to personally witness the world’s gentle giants –the mountain gorillas. Native Africa Tours organizes unmatched gorilla trekking adventures, and you can choose from some of our captivating gorilla tour packages. Our gorilla trekking packages introduce you to the pristine jungles of Volcanoes National Park, where over 30% of the world’s gentle giants survive. Expect to have a complete immersion in the jungle and enjoy a personal encounter with mountain gorillas just a few meters away.
Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, begins from Kinigi, and the entire adventure takes you on a guided forest walk. It is an unpredictable safari adventure, but it typically takes between 2 and 6 hours to locate a group of mountain gorillas. Currently, Volcanoes National Park alone holds about 13 habituated gorilla groups. These are available for exploration, and each is visited by a maximum of 8 (eight guests per day. They include the Amahoro gorilla group, Umubano, Agashya group, Susa B, Kwitonda, Sabyinyo gorilla family, Hirwa, Ugenda, Bwenge, and many more.
Gorilla Trekking Permits in Rwanda
Booking gorilla permits is a must if you are to visit mountain gorillas in Rwanda. A valid Rwanda Gorilla Permit is required, and it can be secured at the current rate of USD 1,500 per person. Contact Native Africa Tours to book your Rwanda gorilla trekking permit and secure a slot in advance.
Top Rwanda Safari Tours & Gorilla Trekking Packages to Book
Native Africa Tours has a range of unbeatable safari packages on offer. Each one promises exciting encounters in Rwanda, from gorilla trekking to classic wildlife adventures.
Our safari and gorilla trekking packages come in short and long itineraries. For short tours, you can choose from 1 to 5 days. Options include a 2-day gorilla tour, 5 Days Rwanda Safari, a 3-day Nyungwe trip, 7 Days Rwanda Gorilla safari, a 3-day gorilla and golden monkey trek, and a 5-day Rwanda safari.
For longer tours, you can opt for 6 to 10 days or more. These include a 6-day gorilla and game safari, a 7-day Rwanda safari, and a 9-day Congo Nile trail combined with Nyungwe Forest.
The Best Time for Rwanda Gorilla Trekking
Plan and book Rwanda safari tours and gorilla treks during the dry season for the best experience. This typically runs from June to September, with another window from December to February, when trails are less muddy and easier to navigate. The dry season also provides ideal conditions for photography.
That being said, you can enjoy Rwanda safaris and gorilla trekking any time of year. You don’t have to stick to the peak dry months. The rainy season, which spans from March to May and again from October to November, can be just as great. During this time, you can explore Rwanda without the crowds and take advantage of discounted packages.
Choose the Right Accommodation for Your Safari Holiday in Rwanda.
After choosing your tour or activity in Rwanda, you can go ahead and plan your accommodations. Each destination has three main types of accommodations: budget, midrange, and luxury. Select a lodge or hotel that fits your budget and is near your safari start point.
If you’re heading to Volcanoes National Park for gorilla trekking, you have plenty of great options. For luxury, consider Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, Bisate Lodge, Virunga Lodge, Singita Kwitonda Lodge, and Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel. If you’re looking for midrange, check out Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge, Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge, Amakoro Songa Lodge, and La Palme Hotel.
How to prepare for the Rwanda safari tours and gorilla trekking
During your early preparation, consider packing the right gear/equipment/clothes, and other essentials. The list of essentials to pack for Rwanda safari tours and gorilla trekking includes insect repellent, long-sleeved shirts, a sweater, a rain jacket, waterproof and sturdy walking/hiking boots, gardening gloves, a pair of binoculars, a wide-brimmed hat, long trousers, and more.
Conclusively, book your holiday with Native Africa Tours to enjoy the best of Rwanda safari tours and gorilla trekking packages. Our Rwanda safari and gorilla packages are flexible and often include a myriad of experiences.
