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Rwanda Safaris

Nothing can prepare you for it; the moment you first encounter a mountain gorilla nestled amid the verdant Rwandan thicket. As soon as you step foot in the legendary Virunga Mountains, there’s a palpable sense of interconnectedness, rippling from the land to the wildlife, to the people.

Rwanda is one of Africa’s most thrilling safari destinations. Nicknamed ‘the land of a thousand hills’, it offers a tapestry landscape that winds its way from the eastern plains of Tanzania through to the central forests of the Congo Basin. Not a typical safari destination when compared to the likes of Kenya and Tanzania, a Rwanda safari offers something entirely different, whether it be tracking the mountain gorillas of the Virunga Volcanoes, searching high and low for the cheeky chimpanzees of Nyungwe Forest, or relaxing on the savannah plains of Akagera National Park.

The Rwanda Safari Experience

  • Gorilla Tracking - Track the world-famous mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park
  • History - Learn more about Rwanda's history with a visit to the thought-provoking Genocide Memorial.
  • Classic Safari - Enjoy a safari on the vast savannah plains of Katavi in search of hippo, elephant, lion and leopard
  • Track Chimpanzees - Search for chimpanzees in the forested foothills of the Mahale Mountains
  • Conservation - Visit the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Centre and learn about the work done to save Rwanda’s injured apes
  • Game Drives - Enjoy the thrill of wildlife interactions and see incredible game on morning and afternoon game drives
  • Night Game Drives - Discover the nocturnal side to the plains with night drives and witness the bush come alive.
  • Boat Safari - View wildlife from the water including crocodiles, hippos and a dazzling array of birds.

Why Natural World Safaris for your Rwanda Safari?

  • NWS originally started as World Primate Safaris back in 2005; when it comes to primates, we are the experts with a long history of sending clients on transformative gorilla tracking expeditions.
  • Our exclusive safaris dig a little deeper than the norm. We can include scenic helicopter transfers offering a remarkable bird’s-eye view of this endangered habitat.
  • Working closely with conservationists, we can offer the change to join habituation safaris and offer the opportunity to spend time with the doctors of the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project learning about the incredible conservation work they do through veterinary medicine; you can choose to visit them, have them join you at your lodge for dinner, or even have a Gorilla Doctor accompany you on your trek.
RWA Cl Rwanda July Mountain Gorilla Credit Richard Denyer

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How much does Rwanda cost?

For a 6-day safari in Rwanda, we recommend a starting price of $11,500 per person. This will generally include gorilla permits, accommodation and private guides. If you are looking to stay in some of Rwanda’s most iconic and best loved lodges, you’ll need to increase the budget to $39,000 per person including private helicopter transfers, multiple gorilla permits and private guides.

Where to stay in Rwanda?

The Rwandan government has invested heavily in the tourism infrastructure over the years to the extent that there is now a healthy selection of mid to high-end lodges and properties. Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is in enviable close proximity to the Parc National des Volcans, whilst Volcanoes Virunga Lodge is an eco-friendly option in one of the most stunning locations in the continent. Mountain Gorilla View Lodge also offers a mid-range choice with close proximity to the park. Throughout the rest of Rwanda, accommodation varies with the majority of investment having been made around the gorilla park. Read more on where to stay.

When to go to Rwanda?

The best time to visit Rwanda is from mid-May to mid-October, this is the long dry season and has perfect conditions for tracking gorillas. There are four seasons to consider when planning your Rwanda safari, however the weather is fairly temperate and favours travel year round. You can track gorillas year-round in Rwanda, however, you will want to bear in mind that the rainier months will make tracking more difficult with muddy conditions. Read more about when to go to Rwanda.

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