What we love
- Take in the energy of Kigali by visiting the Inema Arts Centre and local markets.
- The 100,000-hectare Akagera National Park, most scenic savannah in East Africa – open plains, woodlands, lakes, swamp, and grassy low mountains.
- Volcanoes National Park – a stunning three-hour drive north among the lush, green landscape of the countryside. The landscape of Volcanoes National Park is incredible with a spectacular line of volcanoes far into the distance.
- Gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park: Wake up at sunrise and drive the short journey to the park headquarters before starting the adventure into the forest.
Rwanda and its neighbour Uganda share the unique responsibility of conserving a population of critically endangered mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, funded in no small part through the trekking fees levied on visiting guests.
An ancient rain forest, the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest extends over a series of steep ridges in the Virunga Volcanoes mountain range. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its ecological uniqueness and natural beauty, roughly half of the world’s total gorilla population live in this park.
Great Mountain Gorillas 🦍
Travellers come from far and wide to catch a glimpse of the magnificent gorillas, yet there is so much more to see and experience. Let us design this once-in-a- lifetime experience.
Overview
Rwanda is open for tourism and is a destination like no other. This little Switzerland of Africa owes its name because of the beautiful, green mountainous landscapes.
Itineraries can be extended to a longer stay in Rwanda, combined with Uganda, or tagged on to further Southern African destinations such as Tanzania, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa.
Exclusive Africa Experiences is offering all-inclusive packages including permits to see the gorillas in their natural habitat. We will take care of all ground arrangements, excursions, and give you special tips on what to explore and what to look out for.
Exclusive excursions
3 days Gorilla Tracking
Head straight to the Volcanoes National Park upon arrival in Kigali. Early morning start to see the gorillas and relaxed afternoon. Seek out the golden monkeys the next morning before heading back to Kigali.
6 days Safari & Gorilla Tracking
A two-day safari in Akagera National Park, a day in Kigali, and a visit to the Gorilla Guardian Centre in Volcanoes National Park. Complete the itinerary with gorilla tracking.
9 days Trio of National Parks plus Lake Kivu
An epic circuit, taking in three national parks and Lake Kivu. See the Big Five, gorillas, chimpanzees, and much more.
Interested? Please send us a quick note at info@exclusive-africa.co.za and we will give you all the detail of the wonderful offer we have prepared for you.
Prices will include accommodation, meals and excursion(s) as listed. The offer can be tailor-made inclusive or exclusive of flights.
This Tour can only be booked as fully guided tour, extended to visit other places of interest in Rwanda or combined with any of our other destinations on offer.
Updates
About the COVID travel regulations (updated 29 October 2020):
The infection rate in Rwanda has reached just over 5,000 cases to date. Rwanda is a real success story in Africa with regards to curbing the spread of Covid-19.
Uganda’s infection rate stands at just over 11,000 cases.
Rwanda has opened for visitors since 17 June. Anyone can visit regardless nationality or country of departure. You must however take a PCR test in your own country within 120 hours of departure and have the negative results as proof. The negative test must be emailed to lab@rbc.gov.rw before your departure and a copy of the results brought with you to show customs upon entry into Rwanda.
At the airport upon arrival, travelers will be tested again with the results available in around 8-24 hours. The test is $50 USD and arrivals will wait in a designated hotel for results.
Regulations are evolving on a constant basis and need to be re-checked at time of travel. We are however confident that both Rwanda and Uganda are safe travel destination in this regard.
