The land of a thousand hills — mountain gorillas in volcanic forests, a renewal story unlike any other, and Africa's cleanest, safest, most ambitious country.
Where Dian Fossey worked. Five volcanic peaks, ten habituated gorilla families. The most accessible gorilla tracking in Africa.
Chimpanzee tracking, 13 primate species, the canopy walk. One of Africa’s oldest forests, largely untouched.
Rebuilt from scratch — lions reintroduced 2015, rhino 2017. A model of conservation recovery in Africa.
Africa’s cleanest capital. Excellent restaurants, a poignant Genocide Memorial, vibrant art scene.
Vast Rift Valley lake — boat trips, lakeside relaxation between safari sections.
Gorilla permits are $1,500 — high cost, low volume, all funds reinvested. The model that works.
Drier conditions = better forest trails. Permits hardest to get in these months — we book on your behalf 12+ months ahead.
Short rains. Lush conditions, lower rates, easier permits.
Long rains make Volcanoes NP trails very tough. Gorillas still trackable but it’s harder work.
Mountain gorilla tracking. Five volcanic peaks. Dian Fossey’s life work.
Chimpanzees, 13 primates, the canopy walkway.
Big Five savanna restored from near-zero. Conservation triumph.
Africa’s cleanest capital. Memorial, restaurants, art.
Rift Valley lake — Gisenyi, Kibuye, Cyangugu lakeside towns.
Volcanic tubes, atmospheric guided walks below the surface.
At Karisoke — the late primatologist buried beside the gorillas she loved.
Where survivors and perpetrators now live together. Visited with respect.
3-4 days in Volcanoes for one or two gorilla treks, plus golden monkeys. Add Nyungwe chimps and Akagera Big Five for a full 10-day Rwanda circuit.
Rwanda pairs beautifully with Uganda (two gorilla experiences) or with Tanzania (safari + gorilla). We design multi-country itineraries.
Rwanda has banned single-use plastics since 2008. Your bag will be searched on arrival. The result: a country that genuinely looks litter-free.
The last Saturday of every month is national community service day — from 8am to 11am, everyone helps clean and improve their neighbourhood. Even visitors are welcome to join.
1994 feels recent — and Rwanda’s reconciliation work continues. The Kigali Genocide Memorial is essential, sobering, and beautifully done.
Permits, lodges, transfers, the right gorilla family for your fitness level — we manage it all. Tell us when and we'll start the conversation.