ON SAFARI
- Rwanda
- TanzaniaMark and Brenda travelled to see mountain gorillas in Rwanda before relaxing on Zanzibar
Everything was just as we had wished for – a BIG ‘thank you’. Michele – It was lovely dealing with you. We had a ‘dream’ holiday. The gorillas where amazing. Everything you organised was very well delivered. We hope we can use you again when the time arrives. Excellent all round!! Thank you again.
- Kenya
- Rwanda - South AfricaTom and Luzaan were married in South Africa and then honeymooned in Rwanda and Kenya
Hi Mary, We have had a fantastic time. It all worked perfectly and was an amazing time. So much so we would like to go back!
- Kenya
- Rwanda - TanzaniaPeter & Daryl travelled to Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania
My wife and I have booked a trip to Rwanda, Kenya and Zanzibar for September. Michelle Cooper dealt with this and gave an excellent service, setting out various options clearly with the relevant pros and cons. She dealt patiently with a whole host of fool questions from me and in the end the trip sounds quite fantastic. Subsequently my son wanted to book a very cheap safari and I contacted your company to see if they could help or advise. Even though we were below your price range Jonny gave good, clear advice about time of year and options and quite unbidden came up with a possible trip that you could arrange. Even though we are not taking this one up we have been impressed with the friendliness, helpfulness, clarity and sheer professionalism of Michelle and Jonny. Both have also responded with impressive promptness at all time. So my thanks to both of them and I wanted you to know how well we have been served.
- Rwanda
Map of Rwanda
Please roll over the red lettering for information on those areas.
Volcanoes National Park
A string of densely forested volcanoes which are a stronghold for mountain gorillas and provide the most accessible and straight-forward opportunities to view them.
Akagera National Park
A huge park with varied habitats that was once full of game but is currently recovering from years of neglect and poaching stemming from the genocide.
Nyungwe National Park
A rarely visited but beautiful forest which is home to a variety of primates and birds, including chimpanzee.
- Rwanda
Rwanda Introduction
Introduction to the beautiful country of Rwanda
Rwanda is known as ‘The Land of a Thousand Hills’ and offers wonderful natural scenery almost wherever you go. It is also a land with a very rich cultural heritage, not all of it positive, and a visit to Rwanda will always include ‘limited’ exposure to the terrible events of the 1994 genocide (whether visiting the museum in Kigali or hearing about events from your guide). Today, the country has an extremely busy and friendly feel, and travelling around by road, you are able to really take in the positive atmosphere and beauty of this land.
The highlight of a Rwanda safari is seeing the incredible mountain gorillas, on the slopes of the Virunga Volcanoes, just a few hours drive north of Kigali. Volcanoes National Park, which was home to research by Dian Fossey and the setting for ‘Gorillas in the Mist’, is home to around nine habituated gorilla families, and this region offers the most straight-forward gorilla tracking experience possible. Accessibility from Kigali (and therefore Nairobi) has made Rwanda the destination of choice for shorter, dedicated gorilla trekking safaris.
However, for anyone interested to explore further afield in Rwanda, there is plenty to experience. Nyungwe Forest in the south of the country is a spectacular forest reserve, with excellent birding and primate viewing. In particular, chimpanzee viewing is possible. Lake Kivu offers the chance for some beach relaxation and more general sight-seeing, whilst Akagera National Park is a ‘recovering’ park with some good game-viewing and birding, including the chance to see shoebill.
Overland tours are generally undertaken in the form of tailor-made private safaris, where we provide you with a private driver guide and an exclusive 4×4 safari vehicle. For longer explorations of the region, it is common to consider combining Rwanda with Uganda, making a one way journey between Kigali and Entebbe, including the various highlights according to your interests and as your time and budget allows.
For more information read our Guide to Gorilla Trekking.
For advice call us on 01787 888590 or contact us to speak to one of our safari specialists.
- Kenya
- Rwanda
Michael & Janet travelled to Kenya (& Rwanda)
We had some amazing sightings in the Mara – each day we thought we had seen it all’ and each day there was more – cheetah with six 3 month old cubs, leopards, mating lions etc! Once again, Rob, thank you!
- Kenya
- Rwanda
Michael & Janet travelled to Rwanda (& Kenya)
As always, a brilliant holiday. Rwanda was quite a surprise – a beautiful country and lovely people.
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Volcanoes National Park
A string of densely forested volcanoes which are a stronghold for mountain gorillas and provide the most accessible and straight-forward opportunities to view them.
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Akagera National Park
A huge park with varied habitats that was once full of game but is currently recovering from years of neglect and poaching stemming from the genocide.
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Nyungwe National Park
A rarely visited but beautiful forest which is home to a variety of primates and birds, including chimpanzee.
- Rwanda
Rwanda Introduction
Introduction to the beautiful country of Rwanda
Rwanda is known as ‘The Land of a Thousand Hills’ and offers wonderful natural scenery almost wherever you go. It is also a land with a very rich cultural heritage, not all of it positive, and a visit to Rwanda will always include ‘limited’ exposure to the terrible events of the 1994 genocide (whether visiting the museum in Kigali or hearing about events from your guide). Today, the country has an extremely busy and friendly feel, and travelling around by road, you are able to really take in the positive atmosphere and beauty of this land.
The highlight of a Rwanda safari is seeing the incredible mountain gorillas, on the slopes of the Virunga Volcanoes, just a few hours drive north of Kigali. Volcanoes National Park, which was home to research by Dian Fossey and the setting for ‘Gorillas in the Mist’, is home to around nine habituated gorilla families, and this region offers the most straight-forward gorilla tracking experience possible. Accessibility from Kigali (and therefore Nairobi) has made Rwanda the destination of choice for shorter, dedicated gorilla trekking safaris.
However, for anyone interested to explore further afield in Rwanda, there is plenty to experience. Nyungwe Forest in the south of the country is a spectacular forest reserve, with excellent birding and primate viewing. In particular, chimpanzee viewing is possible. Lake Kivu offers the chance for some beach relaxation and more general sight-seeing, whilst Akagera National Park is a ‘recovering’ park with some good game-viewing and birding, including the chance to see shoebill.
Overland tours are generally undertaken in the form of tailor-made private safaris, where we provide you with a private driver guide and an exclusive 4×4 safari vehicle. For longer explorations of the region, it is common to consider combining Rwanda with Uganda, making a one way journey between Kigali and Entebbe, including the various highlights according to your interests and as your time and budget allows.
For more information read our Guide to Gorilla Trekking.
For advice call us on 01787 888590 or contact us to speak to one of our safari specialists.
- Kenya
- RwandaMichael & Janet travelled to Kenya (& Rwanda)
We had some amazing sightings in the Mara – each day we thought we had seen it all’ and each day there was more – cheetah with six 3 month old cubs, leopards, mating lions etc! Once again, Rob, thank you!
- Kenya
- RwandaMichael & Janet travelled to Rwanda (& Kenya)
As always, a brilliant holiday. Rwanda was quite a surprise – a beautiful country and lovely people.