Rwanda – Mountain gorilla trekking, scenic beauty, friendly and inviting culture
Known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” Rwanda is the fertile and friendly red-soiled Tibet of Africa, famous for its mountain gorillas, lush scenery, rich history, coffee and tea plantations, and the beautiful Lake Kivu.
Where Should I Go?
Volcanoes National Park
The best place in the world to view mountain gorillas.
Nyungwe Forest Reserve
Africa’s largest montane (a highland area located below the subalpine zone) rainforest is home to thirteen species of primates, including over 500 chimpanzees.
Akagera National Park
A classic African big game savannah, Akagera is a complete contrast to the rest of Rwanda and shares an unfenced border with Tanzania.
Lake Kivu
One of Africa’s Great Lakes is a beautiful inland sea surrounded by steep, green, terraced hills offering relaxation on white sand beaches between some of Rwanda’s more physically challenging attractions.
Kigali
The safe and friendly capital city is home to 900,000 people and is the center of business and port of entry for Rwanda, conveniently located in the center of the country within a three hour drive of all tourist attractions.
Where Should I Stay?
- Hotels in Kigali
- Rustic to luxury accommodations in the Virunga Mountains for gorilla trekking
- Ecolodges on coffee plantations
- Hotels on Lake Kivu
How much should I budget?
$1,000 per person per day for all-inclusive gorilla trekking. Because of driving distances and early morning trekking schedule, two full days of gorilla trekking will be four total nights in country.
