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Discover Rwanda’s rich biodiversity when you book this 2-day tour from Kigali to Akagera National Park. Alongside a private guide, enjoy game drives and a boat safari on Ihema Lake to spot wildlife like hippos, crocodiles, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and perhaps even lions and black rhinos. Upgrade to include accommodation for a seamless safari experience.

Explore the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Akagera National Park on this private excursion from Kigali. Traverse woodlands, swamps, low mountains, and savannah to encounter a rich array of wildlife, from zebras and giraffes to elephants and lions. Bird enthusiasts can spot the elusive shoebill stork, while Lake Ihema in the southern region harbors hippos and crocodiles.

Learn about traditional Rwandan building techniques and experience rural village life during this flexible-length excursion with a local family. Discover the traditional methods used by Rwandans for brick making and fashioning rope from banana trees. After enjoying a simple but delicious lunch of cassava and beans you’ll spend the afternoon applying your new skills to build an animal shelter, fence or house. Finish your trip with a chance to shop for locally-made handicrafts. This chance to learn about Rwandan construction also covers a guide, lunch and transport to the village.

Private gorilla trek and hike from Kigali with expert guides, culture, and exclusive wildlife access

Take a break from the busy streets of Kigali and spend a day immersed in the beautiful natural scenery of Lake Kivu. With a private guide, drive to the lake where you see a waterfall, visit a tea plantation, take a boat ride, and soak your muscles in a hot spring. Your last stop is a visit to a cultural village that is home to reformed poachers.

Akagera National Park—home to the “Big Five”— is one of the best places to spot wildlife in East Africa, but animal sightings take time and skill. On this full-day private tour from Kigali, ride through the park by rugged 4x4 with an open-top roof for better access and visibility than you’d have with a standard car. Entrance fees are included, plus door-to-door hotel transfers from the capital.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek into Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park with Afri Safaris to encounter the rare and playful Golden Monkeys—found only in the misty Virunga Mountains. This thrilling one-day adventure is perfect for travelers short on time but craving unforgettable wildlife experiences. Watch these curious, golden-furred primates leap through bamboo forests in one of Africa’s most biodiverse regions. Kick off your epic day with an early departure from Kigali on a scenic 2–2.5 hour Enjoy a seamless and comfortable journey with our premium 4×4 safari vehicles, equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity to keep you in touch with your loved ones & the world, plus onboard power charging systems to keep your devices fully powered throughout your adventure. Enhance your day with an optional visit to the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village—an ex-poacher community celebrating Rwandan culture and conservation. Ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and explorers

Our 3 days of Visiting Kigali Genocide Memorial, Ellen DeGeneres Campus by Dian Fossey with Gorilla and Golden monkey trekking safari offers two incredible experiences in Volcanoes National Park, Gorilla trekking and Golden monkey trekking. After your primate adventures you will explore the Rwandan culture by visiting Iby’Iwacu cultural village (Gorilla Guardians Village), It’s a perfect blend of primate exploration and cultural immersion, offering a unique opportunity to connect with Rwanda’s rich heritage and incredible biodiversity.

Travelers with limited time in Rwanda can still get a glimpse of the nation’s endangered mountain gorillas on this full-day private tour to Volcanoes National Park. Start the day early with hassle-free hotel pickup, then enjoy a scenic drive to the park. Follow your expert ranger to locate the gorillas for your close encounter, then refuel with lunch and return transfer via the Iby'iwacu Cultural Village and Gasumo Waterfall.

Spend a day out in Rwanda’s nature when you book this hot spring and Lake Kivu tour. Alongside a private guide, visit the Nyamyumba Hot Springs to soak in the thermal waters and, perhaps opt for a traditional Rwandan healing massage. Then, head to Lake Kivu for a look at the area’s tranquil beauty and visit Napolean Island.

The mountain Bisoke adventure is one of the most memorable activities in Rwanda. The top of this Volcano has a spectacular crater lake. Mountain Bisoke with 3711m is among volcanoes within the park ranges.

This is a unique Experience of facing wildlife in their natural habitat. Our guides are really friendly and efficient.

Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe is unique due to its location in Africa's oldest montane rainforest, offering encounters with adaptable, high-altitude chimps in a biodiverse ecosystem with bamboo forests and wetlands, providing intimate views of their complex social lives and unique behaviors, unlike savanna experiences. The varying habituation levels of groups (like Cyamudongo, Uwinka, Gisovu) and the focus on small, guided groups ensure personalized experiences in a truly wild, rugged setting

Spend a day immersed in Rwanda’s lush, rolling hills on a hike to local villages from Gakenke. Follow your tour guide and hike to the top of the area’s tallest hill, reaching heights of 8,700 feet (2,660 meters) above sea level. From the top, it’s possible to enjoy views of lakes, villages, and Bagenge Rock.

Come face to face with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat during this private full-day gorilla-tracking excursion to Volcanoes National Park from Kigali. Learn how gorillas live and eat, getting access to remote locations in a 4WD-equipped vehicle alongside a knowledgeable guide and driver. Lunch, door-to-door transportation, and permits are included.

Get an authentic taste of rural village life in Rwanda during this flexible-length, small-group experience visiting with a local family. Get a chance to participate in daily chores like hoeing the fields or planting crops, then take a break for a lunch of local Rwandan fare and have time chat with your hosts. Finish your day with a weaving lesson and a chance to purchase local handicrafts made by your family. This small-group experience, limited to six guests, also covers a guide, lunch and transport to the village.

2 Days Chimpanzees trekking in Nyungwe forest takes you to the canopy walkway,Nature walk & hiking.The2 days Rwanda Chimpanzees trekking safari will also reward you to do the Canopy walk experience. This activity will give you a bird’s eye sight of the forest, birds and chimps.Located in the South West corner of Rwanda, Nyungwe National Park is an untouched natural rainforest that is filled with exciting biodiversity.Covering over 1000 square kilomtres, Nyungwe forest is surely one of the world’s most beautiful and pristine mountain rainforests. It’s believed to be one of Africa’s oldest forests, staying green even through the Ice Age, which explains its diversity. Home to habituated chimpanzees and 12 other primates species (including a 400-strong troop of habituated Ruwenzori Black & White Colobus), it’s also a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including 16 endemics, and is home to 75 different species of mammal.

Learn to make banana juice, a popular elixir typically served at Rwandan weddings and parties, during this 8-hour course. You’ll start your experience by hand picking green bananas and dropping them into a hole in the ground for ripening. After enjoying an authentic lunch with your hosts, dig up your now-ripe bananas to start the juice-making process. Finish you day with a chance to shop for souvenirs at a local artisan market. Your banana juice course includes a guide, lunch and round-trip transport to the juice-making site.

Travelers who are pressed for time don’t need to sacrifice a safari when visiting Kigali. This private day trip to Akagera National Park fulfills all your safari needs in just one day. With a private guide, head to the park and embark on a game drive to try to spot the Big 5—lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino, and leopard—as you navigate the landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.

Trek through the highland forests of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park in search of the golden monkey on this thrilling adventure. Track the monkeys and see their playful antics in bamboo territories. Then, explore Gorilla Guardians Village, a cultural center run by former poachers turned guardians, where you can engage in traditional activities, dances, and a unique wedding ceremony.

Get a first-hand peek at some of Rwanda’s most iconic wildlife during this private overnight trek through Nyungwe National Park, with round-trip transportation from Kigali. Experience a lush, nature-filled reserve, with a chance to spot endangered bird species, rare orchids, and the park’s most famous inhabitants: chimpanzees. All-inclusive excursions also include meals.

Characterized by woodlands, swamps, and savannahs, Akagera National Park is a must-visit for those visiting Rwanda. On this private tour, depart Kigali and enjoy a full-day safari in the park which is home to giraffes, zebras, elephants, lions, buffaloes, and much more. This tour is great for those who don’t have time to commit to a multi-day safari but still want to see wildlife in a natural environment.

Roughly three hours from Kigali lies a world of Africa’s favorite wildlife, from elephants to black rhinos. No need to book a long safari—on this tour, you’ll depart the city bright and early, getting in a full day of game drives as you traverse the park’s low mountains and savannah. Following your guide’s keen eye, you’ll scout for giraffes, zebras, lions, impalas, buffaloes, and more, all in their natural habitat.

In the western Great Rift Valley, Nyungwe National Park protects lush mountainscapes, dense rainforests, 13 species of primates, and so much more. On this tour, you’ll get to customize a full day to your liking, choosing between crossing swinging bridges, navigating the rainforest, visiting coffee and tea plantations, taking in the King’s Palace, and so much more.