Rwanda Safari Destinations/Places to Visit
Rwanda is a beautiful country dotted with so many hills that it is commonly known as the “Home of a Thousand Hills.” For really, there are so many of them! With varied topography, Rwanda boasts amazing destinations that travelers who visit Rwanda on a safari tour at any time of the year are amazed by her sheer beauty.
From the beautiful climate and weather most of the time to the fine roads and beautifully curated accommodations, destination Rwanda is an ultimate Africa safari to explore all year long. While on a Rwanda safari tour, the following are the most likely Rwanda destinations you would be visiting, all or at least 1 of them;
- Volcanoes National Park.
Volcanoes National Park, or Parc National des Volcans, is the most visited and sought-after Rwanda destination. Volcanoes National Park is located in northwestern Rwanda and is part of the Virunga Massif, which includes Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda, all of which are home to mountain gorillas.
Volcanoes National Park is inhabited by mountain gorillas and golden monkeys and hosts volcanoes including Mount Karisimbi and Mount Bisoke, as well as caves in Musanze, and the Dian Fossey Tomb and Research Center, which many visit throughout the year.
While on a safari in Volcanoes National Park, activities travelers get to enjoy include mountain gorilla tracking, golden monkey tracking, volcano hiking, exploring Musanze caves, visiting the Dian Fossey Tomb and Research Center, and bird watching.
- Nyungwe Forest National Park.
Nyungwe Forest National Park in Rwanda is an amazing destination that allows travelers to encounter chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Nyungwe National Park is famous for chimpanzee tracking, but there is so much more to do while there.
Travelers can walk the high-raised canopy, hike some of the best trails, and zip line, which is the most recently introduced activity in Nyungwe National Park. Nyungwe Forest National Park is also home to well over 300 bird species, making bird watching a must-do while in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
- Akagera National Park.
Akagera National Park is located in the eastern part of Rwanda and borders Tanzania. Akagera National Park is the only developed savanna park in Rwanda, where travelers can see a variety of wildlife. Akagera National Park is a mix of savanna grasslands, forests, wetlands, and a lake; Lake Ihema.
Akagera National Park is also a great birding destination, with over 400 birds recorded. Animals to look out for while in Akagera National Park include elephants, buffaloes, lions, rhinos, leopards, zebras, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, oribi, and so much more. While in Akagera National Park, you shall get to enjoy game drives, night game drive experiences, boat safaris, guided walking safaris, and bird watching, as well as hot air balloon safaris.
- Lake Kivu.
Lake Kivu borders Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, making it part of the Great Rift Valley. Lake Kivu has deep emerald waters, and there are a number of activities available for travelers to enjoy while on a Rwanda safari tour.
Activities in and around Lake Kivu include boating, hiking, bird watching, and relaxing at the shores. What is special about Lake Kivu? Lake Kivu has around 28 fish species, and travelers interested in spot fishing can see them.
Rwanda is a beautiful and unique Africa safari destination offering so much to see and explore. With so much to see and do, gorilla trekking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park is the most sought-after and popular activity. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda allows you a chance to come up close with the mountain gorillas.
You can enjoy gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey tracking, game drives in Akagera National Park, boat safaris, nature walks, cycling experiences, cultural tours, balloon safaris, night game drives, and much more during a Rwanda safari tour.
With the above Rwanda destinations in mind, reach out to us to help you curate one of the most amazing Rwanda safari packages any time of the year. Consider extending your Rwanda safari to Tanzania for the opportunity to explore the country and enjoy the sun on the beautiful Zanzibar Island.
