The first thing that springs to most people’s minds when thinking of Rwanda is its turbulent political history. But today’s Rwanda is a far cry from the nation it was in the mid-90s: the country has emerged from the shadows and has much to offer visitors, most notably the tracking of endangered mountain gorillas in the lush Volcanoes National Park, which extends across the peaks and jungle–covered slopes of the volcanic Virunga Mountains. Other major tourist attractions include expansive Lake Kivu, ancient Nyungwe Forest with various primate species, and the game-rich savannah lands of Akagera National Park.
Starting with a tour of Kigali City to its iconic landmarks, drive as far as Volcanoes National Park – leading you to the Gorilla Guardian’s Village for a cultural immersion. Still at Volcanoes National Park; an exciting gorilla trek awaits you amid stunning views across Rwanda’s rolling Virunga Ranges – Your Rwanda experience is crowned with a golden monkey trek (optional) and birding before jetting out through Kigali Airport.
Overview
The first thing that springs to most people’s minds when thinking of Rwanda is its turbulent political history. But today’s Rwanda is a far cry from the nation it was in the mid-90s: the country has emerged from the shadows and has much to offer visitors, most notably the tracking of endangered mountain gorillas in the lush Volcanoes National Park, which extends across the peaks and jungle–covered slopes of the volcanic Virunga Mountains. Other major tourist attractions include expansive Lake Kivu, ancient Nyungwe Forest with various primate species, and the game-rich savannah lands of Akagera National Park.
Starting with a tour of Kigali City to its iconic landmarks, drive as far as Volcanoes National Park – leading you to the Gorilla Guardian’s Village for a cultural immersion. Still at Volcanoes National Park; an exciting gorilla trek awaits you amid stunning views across Rwanda’s rolling Virunga Ranges – Your Rwanda experience is crowned with a golden monkey trek (optional) and birding before jetting out through Kigali Airport.
Highlights
- Gorilla Tracking Experience
- Bird watching adventure
- Iby’Iwacu cultural visit
- Kigali City Tour
- Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Presidential Museum
- Cultural entertainment
- Bird Watching/Nature Walks
