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Rwanda Safaris & Tours

Rwanda is not only the land of a thousand hills, but also a country rich in flora and fauna and stunning natural beauty in its scenic rolling and breathtaking green savannah. The country hosts some rare species of animals like the silverback mountain gorillas as well as unique birds and insects in the tropical forest of Nyungwe.

Tucked in between the iconic safari destinations of Kenya and Tanzania, Rwanda offers guests some of the best primate tracking on the planet – set against the backdrop of its endless green hills and soaring mountainsides.

With over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorilla population, it’s no surprise that the majority of guests visit Rwanda to track and view our highly endangered cousins. Rwanda is superb for primates in general, including the fun-loving Sykes monkey, the Golden monkey and the boisterous chimpanzee in the Nyungwe Forest. Despite a turbulent past, Rwanda is a safe and friendly destination - testament to the resilience of its people. For guests seeking a deeply enriching safari, Rwanda offers an experience that is difficult to find anywhere else.

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Useful Info

How to get there

Kigali Airport is the only international airport that receives international flights. If you are booking your flight from overseas make sure to have a passport having 6 months of validity from the date you enter the country. \ Traveling inside the country is possible by bus which might be hectic as most buses are heavily loaded. All most in all cases the tour operators arrange vehicles for travelers.

Traveler’s Prospective

The country receives 1.2 million tourists each year worldwide. Justifying the name “the land of thousand hills” the country displays many mesmerizing volcanoes that offer a great trekking route. Rwanda has to offer some of the most amazing water-spots of Africa. Rwanda is so mesmerizing that it’s often called as the “Switzerland of Africa” The country is blessed with extraordinary biodiversity where the incredible wildlife living in the lush rainforest throughout its volcanoes Not only rich with wildlife, but the country is also an amazing place to discover the diverse and colorful history and culture

Trip & Notes for Rwanda

Rwanda Visa: if you are not a citizen of USA, Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom, Kenya, Hong Kong, Burundi, DRC, South Africa, Mauritius, Uganda, and Tanzania then you will need a visa to enter Rwanda. You can apply for the visa online which will give you a confirmation within a week and you can obtain your visa after your arrival at the airport in the country. Safety in Rwanda: The country is quite safe; however you need to take care of your personal belongings and money. The people and hotel staff you will meet here are quite warm and friendly. Rwanda Currency: Rwandan Franc is the currency of Rwanda; you need to keep Rwandan Franc as dollars are not acceptable in Rwanda.

Wildlife to see in Rwanda

Rich with savannah, rolling grassland, dense rain forest, and oasis, Rwanda is a haven for wildlife. Though the country is the prime spot to watch endangered mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, it also hosts a large amount of game drive too. The animals you can spot here are black-and-white colobus and l’Hoest monkeys, forest duikers, elusive forest elephants, White rhino, Rothschild’s giraffe, Lion, and Mountain gorilla followed by numerous species of birds and butterflies.

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FAQs about Gorilla Trekking In Rwanda

When Is The Best Time To Trek Gorillas In Rwanda?

If you are planning to go to Rwanda for Gorilla trekking or Chimpanzee trekking the best time to visit this country is in the dry season. The country enables 2 dry seasons, the short dry season and the long dry season and both are good for adventures. The short dry season continues from mid-December to early February and the long dry season is from June to September.

How Much Is A Gorilla Permit In Rwanda?

A gorilla permit for Uganda costs as follows: Foreign Non-residents = US $600 Foreign Residents to the US $500 Ugandans/East Africans – UGX 250000

When Should I Book My Gorilla Permit/Tour In Rwanda?

A gorilla permit to Rwanda needs to get booked prior to 3-4 months of your journey.

What Is Included In A Rwanda Gorilla Permit?

A Rwanda gorilla permit is a document that allows the tourists to spend one hour with the gorillas in the national park.

How Long Is A Gorilla Trek In Rwanda?

Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is 2 to 3 hours adventure or it can go a whole day about 6 to 8 hours according to the family you are trekking and where it is located.

What Is The Age Limit For Trekking Gorillas In Rwanda?

The minimum age limit for going to Gorilla trek to Rwanda is 15 years or more.

What Should I Pack For Gorilla Trekking Rwanda?

If you are ready for the fun-filling gorilla tour does take care of your packing list. Include the following items in your bag-pack: Hiking Boot Garden Gloves Rain Jacket Long-Sleeved Shirts Energy giving snacks Cameras and extra batteries Hat and Sun Glasses Pair of Binoculars

What Is Gorilla Habituation Experience?

Gorilla Habituation is spotting the mountain gorillas that are used to the presence of humans. Southern Bwindi offers gorilla habituation experience in Rwanda.

How Many People per Gorilla Family?

Rwanda allows a maximum of 8 people is allowed to trek each gorilla family per day per hour, as per this there are 152 people per day goes for the habitual experience.

What are the Chances of Seeing Mountain Gorillas in Rwanda?

Meeting and interacting with the critically endangered species is 99% in Rwanda however, it depends upon factors like when and where you are trekking. Mostly travelers spot Gorillas in their natural habituation with their guides proper suggestion.