Rwanda Safaris: 2025-2026

Easily traversed Rwanda, is a truly unique Africa safari destination, offering a range of enriching, life-changing experiences that will go beyond what you expect.

This tiny nation of nearly 13 million people is neat as a pin, well-run and offers convenient access from the capital city, Kigali to three national parks where you can embark on gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking adventures, as well search for the Big Five animals. Rwanda is home to Africa’s largest protected area of montane forest—a haven for birdwatchers eager to spot some of the rarest and most prized bird species, as well as for primate enthusiasts looking to observe elusive creatures like ow-faced monkeys and mega groups of Rwenzori pied colobus.

Interested in a Rwanda safari? Our specialists will be happy to help you put together your unique dream trip, possibly in combination with a visit to one of the neighboring countries such as Uganda and Tanzania.

Best Rwanda Safaris Destinations

Kigali

Lake Kivu

Nyungwe Forest

Volcanoes National Park

Top Reasons To Visit Rwanda

Gorilla Trekking

See the amazing mountain gorillas up close at Volcanoes National Park. Thanks to strong conservation work, you can now enjoy a special gorilla safari in this beautiful forest. Sit quietly among the trees and watch these gentle giants as they eat, play, and care for each other. When you look into their deep, soulful eyes, you’ll feel a powerful connection that stays with you forever.

A Variety of Primates

Nyungwe National Park is a safe home for many primates, including the well-known chimpanzees and 13 other monkey species. In its thick green forest, you can see the shy golden monkeys and the striking Angolan colobus monkeys. You might also spot blue monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, owl-faced monkeys, and red-tailed monkeys as they swing through the trees and move through the jungle.

Birdwatchers' Paradise

Rwanda is a bird lover’s dream, with 703 different bird species, including 29 that are only found in the Albertine Rift. Nyungwe National Park alone has 322 species, while Volcanoes and Akagera National Parks each offer over 500 kinds of birds to see. The best time for birdwatching is from December to January and May to September. However, the long rainy season from March to May can make travel and birding less comfortable.

Rich Diversity Of Wildlife

Rwanda’s national parks protect different types of nature, and Akagera National Park in the east is one of the most exciting places to visit. It has green hills, wide savannahs, and lakes with swamps around them. Many amazing animals live here, including lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo. You can also see zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and over 500 kinds of birds flying above.