A place with variety of cuisines, warm weather, friendly people and wildlife; experience quality holiday safari offered within the Republic of Rwanda, a small landlocked country in the east of the African continent with unparalleled savannah, undulating hills, enormous water bodies, and a tranquil environment. Speaking about adventure, family vacations, city tours, culture and primate encounters. Uganda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Tanzania are some of Rwanda’s neighbors. Volcanoes National Park is home to mountain gorillas, and is one of the most visited four national parks in the country.
You must witness the endangered Mountain Gorillas in the north, chimpanzees in the west and the Big 5 cats in the East, whether you choose a budget or luxury vacation option (lions, leopards, Cape elephants; African elephants, and the Rhinoceros). As you explore the unmatched savannah grassland, the lakes, the mountains, the rivers, the historical monuments, the forests, the secure cities, and spend nights in a range of lodging options, keep an eye on what is happening in the wild.
A satisfying experience is had and the bond is strengthened by interacting with Rwandan folks. They also speak French, English (which is the official language), Kiswahili, some individuals speak Arabic, and a local dialect known as Kinyarwanda. Though other religions are accepted, Christianity predominates. Being respectable is crucial when touring the nation; make sure to dress respectably. There should be no illegal trash disposal, unwanted noise, or unlawful photography of people, buildings, or other objects in the city. Traveling through Rwanda on foot is the most memorable way to discover the cities, in addition to using public buses. A road trip is much more satisfying since it reveals the splendor of “the country of a thousand Hills”.
Attractions and activities to take on in Rwanda.
City Tours
Go to Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. One time among the smartest cities on the African continent was Kigali. The city has a variety of historical architecture, indoor and outdoor activities. it is well lit and secured. It is the place where one begins to encounter Rwanda. You shouldn’t skip the cultural village, which features live music and art galleries, the Kigali Film Festival, which features events like the Kigali Fashion Show, and the Genocide Memorial Center.
Local marketplaces are bustling with commerce, the hotels and restaurants are excellent, and the people are hospitable. It is a good choice of location as seen by the rising number of tourists exploring the bustling Kigali city.
Wildlife safaris
The Akagera National Park is situated in Rwanda’s eastern region. The Big 5 cats (lions, leopards, African elephants, cape buffaloes, and rhinos), the endangered shoebill stork, and other animals can all be found in Rwanda’s sole savannah park. While a boat excursion is best done in the afternoon, a game drive is best done early in the morning and late at night. The 3–4 hours of activities include photography, nature walks, and other things.
Gorilla trekking safaris
One of the top safari experiences available is gorilla trekking in Rwanda. The majority of tourists want to view their distant cousins, the gorillas, in their natural habitat where you can recognize them by name, traits, and habitat. Visitors travel to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda’s northwest, which is home to around 25% of the world’s mountain gorilla species.
Only the immense Virunga chain of mountains, which spans across Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, is home to the critically endangered mountain gorillas. According to reports, the apes have DNA that is over 98% similar to human DNA and look like humans. One of the top safari experiences available is gorilla trekking in Rwanda.
To go gorilla trekking; you must be 15 years and above with a valid Gorilla trekking permit; a prove of payment to access the forest. A gorilla trekking permit costs 1500usd non-refundable per person per day. For gorilla group, only 8 people can access per day with a guidance of an experienced ranger guide with a vast knowledge of Gorillas. The money got covers park entrance, payments to the ranger guides, and the conservation efforts, and more. The trekking permits are on demand thus the need to book at least six months in advance.
Some rules to keep in mind is; don’t flash your camera deep in the eyes of the Gorillas, don’t make noise, dump recklessly, draw near the apes, run, or do anything that will annoy the Apes.
Chimpanzee trekking safari
Chimpanzee trekking at Nyungwe national park is a true rewarding travel destination in the Republic of Rwanda. It is located in the southwestern part of the country, at the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo. Nyungwe national park is home to over 13 unique primate species, dominated by the chimpanzees, white and black Columbus monkeys, the Vervet monkeys, baboons and more.
The park is open early in the morning for the trackers to meet their cuisines after the trekking exercise that lasts for approximately 2-5 hours, with an additional hour for observing and learning of the primates.
Mountain Hiking adventure
Some of Rwanda’s top hiking locations are Mountain Gahinga, Karisimbi, and mount. Bisoke. Climb Mountain Karisimbi in the Volcanoes National Park and spend a day at the mountain’s summit to experience the breathtaking scenery.
Best time to Visit Rwanda
Visitors are welcome to the Republic of Rwanda all year long. However, between December and March and June and September, when the weather is dry, is the ideal time to travel. Discounts and some activities, including birdwatching, are available from August through November. Rwanda is a secure place to travel at any time of the day.
Rwanda is one of the top safari destinations in the African continent. It is a premier destination, open to visitors all year round. It safe, beautiful, home to 4 national parks, classic accommodation facilities ranging from budget to luxury; and more. Book your Rwanda safaris and make a move to unforgettable holiday destination.
