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Rwanda's best days out.
The 15 best national parks tours in Rwanda, with what each day actually involves, the operators who run them, and what you can expect to pay.
One-day Akagera safari from Kigali with 4x4 game drive, optional Ihema boat ride, picnic lunch, and WiFi photo uploads.
“Jean Paul was amazing!! From the minute we entered the park until the very end he tried to spot the animals for us. And we saw them all except for the lion!!”
1-day Akagera National Park safari from Kigali with morning and afternoon game drives, picnic lunch, and Big Five chances plus Rift Valley views.
“We saw 4/5 Big 5 but this trip was so wonderful!!! Our guide Frank had excellent communication and was even a few minutes early so we were able to get a head start on the adventure. Frank asked us questions about what animals we wanted to see and gave us interesting facts about each animal.…”
Early Kigali pickup, Big Five game drive in Akagera, and a Lake Ihema boat cruise with hippos, crocodiles, and shoebill birds.
“This was a great experience. Justine was excellent, so knowledgeable, easy going, so helpful. Loved this experience. I will never forget it.”
3-day gorilla trek from Kigali with permits, full-board lodging, and reliable guides. Optional golden monkey time in Mgahinga.
“This is a few months overdue, but I wanted to share that my husband and I really enjoyed our 3-day Gorilla Uganda Trek tour with Bamboo Ecotours. Everything went smoothly from our emails with owner Edison who was very helpful is assistinRead more”
Private canopy walk day trip from Kigali to Nyungwe Forest: high bridges, monkey sightings, museum culture stops, lunch, and water.
“Long day but worth it with excellent guide. It’s an unavoidable long day to travel to the canopy, walk and back from Kigali. But the guide made it work, and was good company and knowledgeable. Definitely a worth while experience and highly recommended.”
One day of gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park from Kigali, with early pickup, ranger briefing, lunch, and private transport.
“I had the privilege of going on a Gorilla Trek today with John as my guide, and it was an absolutely flawless experience from start to finish!”
4:30am Kigali pickup for Rwanda gorilla tracking in Volcanoes NP, Virunga views, and Musanze culture stop.
“This was an amazing experience! Be prepared for a long day of trekking up mountains then through the jungle. Hire the porter, which is an option when you arrive to the trek starting point. Bring small backpack with plenty of water and healthy snacks. My group was trekking for 8+ hours and it was exhilarating!…”
A full-day private safari in Akagera National Park with a long game drive, Lake Ihema boat ride, Kigali pickup, and former-ranger guidance.
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1-day Akagera safari from Kigali with a private 4x4, Big Five chances, guided game drives, Lake Ihema boating, and lunch included.
“We had a great day with Jean Claude at Akagera National Park. The scenery was stunning and we saw a lot of animals in spite of the rain (which only made it more adventurous!). I highly recommend Vazquez Tours & Travel!”
Private Akagera safari from Kigali with Big Five sightings, rare white rhinos, an art stop, and a full lunch on a long day.
“Wonderful day trip to Akagera. Able to see lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, warthogs, gazelles, and a wide array of birds. Jean Claude was knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Would recommend!”
Private Akagera safari from Kigali: pop-up roof vehicle, Imigongo art stop, Lake Ihema boat ride, lunch, and wildlife drives all day.
“Unforgettable Experience with Savvy Tours and travel agency at Akagera National Park!”
Full-day Kigali gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park with early pickup, park-ranger guidance, and a long look at endangered mountain gorillas.
“I had the tremendous experience with Unique Africa Venture and John, my driver guide. Even though it was peak season and permit was sold out at the official website, they somehow engaged with the authority and find a spot for me. And tour itself was very special. I was able to see many gorillas very…”
Two days in Akagera National Park from Kigali with game drives plus an Ihema Lake boat trip for hippos, crocs, big cats, and more.
“Went on this safari experience with a group of 11! We had such an awesome time and our guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. Plus saw every kind of big 5 animal up close :)”
5 days in Rwanda with Kigali history, Volcanoes National Park gorillas and golden monkeys, plus calm Lake Kivu boating and lakeside time.
“I had a phenomenal experience through Shalom safaris. We had an unforgettable memories. From Tour guiding, car, hotels, Food packages all along! I really encourage everyone to visit Rwanda with Shalom Safaris. They go beyond expectation’s!”
Private gorilla trek from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park with 4x4 pickup, permits, lunch, and Gorilla Guardians Village visit.
“Extraordinary activity with a very competent team, including driver, guide, trackers, etc. A once in a lifetime experience.”
