Gorilla trekking is one life’s most altering experiences. It is incomparable to most activities one may experience in Africa. An encounter where you are sitting just feet away from these magnificent creatures in the wild; gentle giants with kind eyes and bodies composed of pure strength & power. Volcanoes National Park, located amongst the Virunga mountains is the best place for gorilla viewing with more than half the world’s remaining population of mountain gorillas in these hills.
Rwanda is one of the few countries in Africa where you can experience a big 5 game safari whilst viewing mountain gorillas and a diversity of primates in the wild. Akagera National Park is a conservation success story located on the eastern border between Rwanda and Tanzania. Incredible scenery from massive lakes with plentiful hippo to swamps, savannah and riverine forests. Following the genocide, it was barren, cattle land and now it is is one of east Africa’s most prized Parks.
Interested in exploring more primates, head to Nyungwe Forest- an ancient forest much-loved by botanists from all corners of the world. It is here you find sprawling tea plantations meeting exquisite forest vegetation home to chimpanzees and colobus monkeys. Although the chimpanzees are not as friendly as the gorillas, they are still a sight to be marveled upon as they bounce between the treetops.
Rwanda is considered Africa’s cleanest & greenest country, not to mention safest! You are scanned for any plastic in your luggage on arrival in the country, the president hosts national litter pick-up days and it is extremely safe to explore the city as a tourist. The locals are helpful and friendly and always eager to ensure you are looked after and experience the best of their country.
A vibrant country rich in culture, song, art and dance. You will encounter highly skilled local pottery, murals, textiles and artwork through the city of Kigali and beyond. Experience the famous Rwandan drum and dance show called ‘Intore’ featuring sounds of dramatic ingoma drums, and the wailing song of the local dancers dressed in traditional gear.
