Verdant hills and volcanic slopes draw you into a world of mountain gorillas, forest canopies, and cultural resilience.

Rwanda offers a compact but varied safari and travel experience, combining thriving cities, montane forests, savanna landscapes and astonishing history. The journey often begins in Kigali, a clean, dynamic capital where museums, markets, and memorials provide insight into the country’s complex history and remarkable recovery. From here, travellers can reach all major parks within hours. In the northeast, Akagera National Park spans rolling grasslands, wetlands, and lakes, supporting elephants, antelope herds, and an impressive range of birdlife. Game drives and boat safaris reveal how community-led conservation has transformed the park into a success story for wildlife and local livelihoods alike. To the northwest, Volcanoes National Park is Rwanda’s most iconic draw, offering the chance to trek through mist-shrouded bamboo forests to observe mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. The gorilla experience is superbly curated and contributes massively and sustainably to gorilla conservation.  In the south, Nyungwe Forest offers a completely different experience—chimpanzee tracking, a suspended canopy walk, and birding in one of Africa’s most important montane rainforests.

Rwanda’s small size and strong infrastructure make it easy to combine these contrasting experiences, creating itineraries that shift from urban exploration to primate trekking to traditional safari landscapes in just a few days, with every step offering new perspectives on people, wildlife, and place.

Why Choose Rwanda:


The Mountain Gorillas of Volcanoes

Misty highland forests where gorillas and golden monkeys live among the bamboo.

Chimpanzees of Nyungwe

A rainforest alive with primates, orchids, and birds, explored on foot or canopy walk.

Akagera’s Big Five

Savannas, wetlands, and lakes restored into a thriving Big Five sanctuary.

A Capital with a Story

Kigali, a dynamic city where culture, history, and resilience come together.

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Rwanda Safari Destinations

Explore the Best of What Rwanda Has to Offer


Akagera

Rwanda’s wild rebirth, compact and full of charge.


Kigali

Urban energy with a wild heart.


Nyungwe Forest

Chimpanzee tracking, canopy suspension bridges, and hidden waterfalls await discovery.


Volcanoes National Park

Where mist clings to ancient peaks and gorillas roam the tangled green.

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When to Visit Rwanda


June to September & December to February

Dry conditions make trekking in Volcanoes and Nyungwe forests easier, while wildlife viewing in Akagera is more reliable. Clear skies and cooler weather create excellent conditions for photography and time outdoors.

March to May & October to November

Rains transform the forests into lush, vibrant landscapes. Birding is outstanding, with migratory species arriving, and trails are quieter, suiting travellers seeking solitude and dramatic green scenery.

Luxury Rwanda Lodges



Forest villas set in an eroded volcanic cone with views of Bisoke and Karisimbi, supporting gorilla conservation and reforestation.

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Community-owned lodge near Volcanoes National Park headquarters, with stone cottages and direct access to gorilla trekking.

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Akagera’s only exclusive-use area, overlooking Lake Rwanyakazinga, home to Big Five wildlife, hippos, and over 500 bird species.

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A refined retreat on a working tea plantation, offering access to chimpanzee trekking and Nyungwe’s montane rainforest.

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Why Travel With WildEarth


Travel with Impact

A portion of your safari investment goes to the WildEarth Impact Foundation, ensuring Africa’s wildlife and wild places are not only seen but safeguarded through powerful storytelling, conservation awareness, and direct support for environmental needs.


Guided by Trusted Experts

Our guides are more than guides, they’re storytellers, educators, and conservationists who have spent years in Africa’s wild spaces.


Small Groups

With no more than six guests, every safari remains personal, unhurried, and tailored for allowing for deeper engagement and personal experiences.


Exceptional Experiences

Journeys designed to include unique opportunities – from rhino conservation activities and cheetah tracking to scenic hot air balloon safaris.


Every Detail Considered

Your journey begins with a personal bon voyage call, an opportunity to answer questions, offer guidance, and ensure you’re fully prepared. From that moment, every detail is managed with care, from tailored logistics to special touches along the way. While you’re travelling, our team is available 24 hours a day for support, wherever you are in Africa.

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