Welcome to Rwanda; The land of hills. For years Rwanda Safaris have earned a special reputation for their popular tourist attractions along with the best Gorilla trekking in the world.
Our Rwanda Safari will take you to its unique national parks, set aside for Gazelle Safari Africa, through collaboration between local communities and government agencies, to showcase and preserve the country’s unparalleled wildlife and habitats.
Here is a Rwanda Travel Guide for you to help plan the best Rwanda Safari.
Gazelle Safari Africa’s Top Recommendations
- Hike to the Virungas to go gorilla watching
- Trip to the Genocide Memorial
- Have lunch at Nyamirambo Women’s Centre in Kigali for a 360 cultural experience
- Spot hippos, buffalo, and elephants in Akagera National Park
- Nyungwe Forest trekking to spot chimpanzees, golden monkeys in the backdrop of epic mountain scenery and fern-fringed waterfalls
- Witness families of mountain gorillas in their natural habitats in Volcanoes National Park.
- Enjoy a top chance of beach escape in Lake Kivu.
Rwanda Safari Tours Tips
You’ll need to issue a permit for gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Because of such high demand, we advise to book it in advance. Gazelle Safaris Africa can do this for you.
Best Time To Go On Rwanda Safari
The high altitude of Rawand invites a pleasant tropical highland climate, albeit also with plenty of rain. Although Rwanda is good for year-round activity, the Best Time To Visit Rwanda is during the short dry season from mid-December to February or the long dry season from June to September.
Getting Around During Rwanda Safari
There is no rail service. There are several internal flights in Kigali. Also, the central minibus station in Kigali has a swamp of minibusses otherwise rent a car if you want.
International Airports In Rwanda
Kigali International Airport (KGL) is just 13km from the city.
Rwanda Destinations; Food & Drink
Thanks to its Belgian colonizers, Rwanda has a lot of western-influenced restaurants serving the most delicious chicken, steak, or fish.
Must-Try: goat kebabs, bean and meat stews, chapati, matoke (plantain) and ugali (maize porridge), Sweet, milky tea.
Alcoholic beverages: beer and waragi, a clear, millet-based Ugandan spirit.
Health & Safety In Rwanda
Check you are up to date with vaccinations and measurements against malaria prophylaxis. Avoid drinking tap water. Rwanda is pretty safe, hassle-free, and friendly.
To experience the best of Rwanda Safari Tours, visit Gazelle Safaris Africa today. Our Rwanda Travel Guide will help you plan your tailor-made holiday.
Rwanda Safari
Quick Facts About Rwanda
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People
Rwanda has a vast number of cultural and traditions practices and beliefs due to the existence of several tribes in the country such as the Hutu, Tutsi, Twa, people. Let’s discover the insights and practices of these people and their cultural heritage.
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Money
Most banks in larger towns have international ATMs. Credit cards are accepted at most tourist hotels. The unit of currency is the Rwandan franc (RFr). If you bring US dollars, note that you won't really need to change them, as most activities & hotels can be paid in US dollars.
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Geography
Location Rwanda is located in east-central Africa, between latitudes 10 and 30 south, and longitudes 290 and 310 east; it is bordered on the north by Uganda, on the east by Tanzania, on the south by Burundi, and on the west by Zaire.
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Activities
With its varied ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and national parks, Rwanda offers many activities unique to the country and region such as tracking gorillas, camping near a beautiful lake, and trying the local cuisine.
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Weather
Despite its proximity to the equator (just 223km or 139 miles south of the equator), Rwanda's high altitude grants the country an agreeable climate year-round, with peak temperatures rarely climbing above 30°C (86°F) in the daytime or dropping below 15°C (59°F) at night.
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Transport
The transport system in Rwanda centres primarily on the road network. ... The country has an international airport at Kigali, serving one domestic and several international destinations, and also has limited transport between the port cities on Lake Kivu.
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Plan Your Trip
Want to book a vacation to Rwanda? Whether you're off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an all-inclusive holiday, Rwanda vacation packages make planning your trip simple and affordable. Plan your trip to Rwanda with the perfect vacation package!
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Money
Most banks in larger towns have international ATMs. Credit cards are accepted at most tourist hotels. The unit of currency is the Rwandan franc (RFr). If you bring US dollars, note that you won't really need to change them, as most activities & hotels can be paid in US dollars.
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People
Rwanda has a vast number of cultural and traditions practices and beliefs due to the existence of several tribes in the country such as the Hutu, Tutsi, Twa, people. Let’s discover the insights and practices of these people and their cultural heritage.
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Geography
Location Rwanda is located in east-central Africa, between latitudes 10 and 30 south, and longitudes 290 and 310 east; it is bordered on the north by Uganda, on the east by Tanzania, on the south by Burundi, and on the west by Zaire.
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Activities
With its varied ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and national parks, Rwanda offers many activities unique to the country and region such as tracking gorillas, camping near a beautiful lake, and trying the local cuisine.
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Weather
Despite its proximity to the equator (just 223km or 139 miles south of the equator), Rwanda's high altitude grants the country an agreeable climate year-round, with peak temperatures rarely climbing above 30°C (86°F) in the daytime or dropping below 15°C (59°F) at night.
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Transport
The transport system in Rwanda centres primarily on the road network. ... The country has an international airport at Kigali, serving one domestic and several international destinations, and also has limited transport between the port cities on Lake Kivu.
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Plan Your Trip
Want to book a vacation to Rwanda? Whether you're off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an all-inclusive holiday, Rwanda vacation packages make planning your trip simple and affordable. Plan your trip to Rwanda with the perfect vacation package!
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Geography
Location Rwanda is located in east-central Africa, between latitudes 10 and 30 south, and longitudes 290 and 310 east; it is bordered on the north by Uganda, on the east by Tanzania, on the south by Burundi, and on the west by Zaire.
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Money
Most banks in larger towns have international ATMs. Credit cards are accepted at most tourist hotels. The unit of currency is the Rwandan franc (RFr). If you bring US dollars, note that you won't really need to change them, as most activities & hotels can be paid in US dollars.
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People
Rwanda has a vast number of cultural and traditions practices and beliefs due to the existence of several tribes in the country such as the Hutu, Tutsi, Twa, people. Let’s discover the insights and practices of these people and their cultural heritage.
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Activities
With its varied ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and national parks, Rwanda offers many activities unique to the country and region such as tracking gorillas, camping near a beautiful lake, and trying the local cuisine.
5 / 7
Weather
Despite its proximity to the equator (just 223km or 139 miles south of the equator), Rwanda's high altitude grants the country an agreeable climate year-round, with peak temperatures rarely climbing above 30°C (86°F) in the daytime or dropping below 15°C (59°F) at night.
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Transport
The transport system in Rwanda centres primarily on the road network. ... The country has an international airport at Kigali, serving one domestic and several international destinations, and also has limited transport between the port cities on Lake Kivu.
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Plan Your Trip
Want to book a vacation to Rwanda? Whether you're off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an all-inclusive holiday, Rwanda vacation packages make planning your trip simple and affordable. Plan your trip to Rwanda with the perfect vacation package!
1 / 7
Activities
With its varied ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and national parks, Rwanda offers many activities unique to the country and region such as tracking gorillas, camping near a beautiful lake, and trying the local cuisine.
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People
Rwanda has a vast number of cultural and traditions practices and beliefs due to the existence of several tribes in the country such as the Hutu, Tutsi, Twa, people. Let’s discover the insights and practices of these people and their cultural heritage.
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Money
Most banks in larger towns have international ATMs. Credit cards are accepted at most tourist hotels. The unit of currency is the Rwandan franc (RFr). If you bring US dollars, note that you won't really need to change them, as most activities & hotels can be paid in US dollars.
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Geography
Location Rwanda is located in east-central Africa, between latitudes 10 and 30 south, and longitudes 290 and 310 east; it is bordered on the north by Uganda, on the east by Tanzania, on the south by Burundi, and on the west by Zaire.
5 / 7
Weather
Despite its proximity to the equator (just 223km or 139 miles south of the equator), Rwanda's high altitude grants the country an agreeable climate year-round, with peak temperatures rarely climbing above 30°C (86°F) in the daytime or dropping below 15°C (59°F) at night.
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Transport
The transport system in Rwanda centres primarily on the road network. ... The country has an international airport at Kigali, serving one domestic and several international destinations, and also has limited transport between the port cities on Lake Kivu.
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Plan Your Trip
Want to book a vacation to Rwanda? Whether you're off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an all-inclusive holiday, Rwanda vacation packages make planning your trip simple and affordable. Plan your trip to Rwanda with the perfect vacation package!
1 / 7
Weather
Despite its proximity to the equator (just 223km or 139 miles south of the equator), Rwanda's high altitude grants the country an agreeable climate year-round, with peak temperatures rarely climbing above 30°C (86°F) in the daytime or dropping below 15°C (59°F) at night.
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People
Rwanda has a vast number of cultural and traditions practices and beliefs due to the existence of several tribes in the country such as the Hutu, Tutsi, Twa, people. Let’s discover the insights and practices of these people and their cultural heritage.
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Money
Most banks in larger towns have international ATMs. Credit cards are accepted at most tourist hotels. The unit of currency is the Rwandan franc (RFr). If you bring US dollars, note that you won't really need to change them, as most activities & hotels can be paid in US dollars.
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Geography
Location Rwanda is located in east-central Africa, between latitudes 10 and 30 south, and longitudes 290 and 310 east; it is bordered on the north by Uganda, on the east by Tanzania, on the south by Burundi, and on the west by Zaire.
5 / 7
Activities
With its varied ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and national parks, Rwanda offers many activities unique to the country and region such as tracking gorillas, camping near a beautiful lake, and trying the local cuisine.
6 / 7
Transport
The transport system in Rwanda centres primarily on the road network. ... The country has an international airport at Kigali, serving one domestic and several international destinations, and also has limited transport between the port cities on Lake Kivu.
7 / 7
Plan Your Trip
Want to book a vacation to Rwanda? Whether you're off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an all-inclusive holiday, Rwanda vacation packages make planning your trip simple and affordable. Plan your trip to Rwanda with the perfect vacation package!
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Transport
The transport system in Rwanda centres primarily on the road network. ... The country has an international airport at Kigali, serving one domestic and several international destinations, and also has limited transport between the port cities on Lake Kivu.
2 / 7
People
Rwanda has a vast number of cultural and traditions practices and beliefs due to the existence of several tribes in the country such as the Hutu, Tutsi, Twa, people. Let’s discover the insights and practices of these people and their cultural heritage.
3 / 7
Money
Most banks in larger towns have international ATMs. Credit cards are accepted at most tourist hotels. The unit of currency is the Rwandan franc (RFr). If you bring US dollars, note that you won't really need to change them, as most activities & hotels can be paid in US dollars.
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Geography
Location Rwanda is located in east-central Africa, between latitudes 10 and 30 south, and longitudes 290 and 310 east; it is bordered on the north by Uganda, on the east by Tanzania, on the south by Burundi, and on the west by Zaire.
5 / 7
Activities
With its varied ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and national parks, Rwanda offers many activities unique to the country and region such as tracking gorillas, camping near a beautiful lake, and trying the local cuisine.
6 / 7
Weather
Despite its proximity to the equator (just 223km or 139 miles south of the equator), Rwanda's high altitude grants the country an agreeable climate year-round, with peak temperatures rarely climbing above 30°C (86°F) in the daytime or dropping below 15°C (59°F) at night.
7 / 7
Plan Your Trip
Want to book a vacation to Rwanda? Whether you're off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an all-inclusive holiday, Rwanda vacation packages make planning your trip simple and affordable. Plan your trip to Rwanda with the perfect vacation package!
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Plan Your Trip
Want to book a vacation to Rwanda? Whether you're off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an all-inclusive holiday, Rwanda vacation packages make planning your trip simple and affordable. Plan your trip to Rwanda with the perfect vacation package!
2 / 7
People
Rwanda has a vast number of cultural and traditions practices and beliefs due to the existence of several tribes in the country such as the Hutu, Tutsi, Twa, people. Let’s discover the insights and practices of these people and their cultural heritage.
3 / 7
Money
Most banks in larger towns have international ATMs. Credit cards are accepted at most tourist hotels. The unit of currency is the Rwandan franc (RFr). If you bring US dollars, note that you won't really need to change them, as most activities & hotels can be paid in US dollars.
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Geography
Location Rwanda is located in east-central Africa, between latitudes 10 and 30 south, and longitudes 290 and 310 east; it is bordered on the north by Uganda, on the east by Tanzania, on the south by Burundi, and on the west by Zaire.
5 / 7
Activities
With its varied ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and national parks, Rwanda offers many activities unique to the country and region such as tracking gorillas, camping near a beautiful lake, and trying the local cuisine.
6 / 7
Weather
Despite its proximity to the equator (just 223km or 139 miles south of the equator), Rwanda's high altitude grants the country an agreeable climate year-round, with peak temperatures rarely climbing above 30°C (86°F) in the daytime or dropping below 15°C (59°F) at night.
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Transport
The transport system in Rwanda centres primarily on the road network. ... The country has an international airport at Kigali, serving one domestic and several international destinations, and also has limited transport between the port cities on Lake Kivu.
Top Reasons To Visit
Rwanda
Rwanda – the land of a thousand hills with one of Africa’s most beautiful people is located just below the Equator in East Africa. It’s a small country but with rich savannah, landscapes, wildlife and more. With opportunities to see wildlife and culture as well as hike and relax, read on to find six reasons to visit Rwanda.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Rwanda is the safest country in Africa. Even though the country has seen its fair share of violence and bloodshed but now the country is back on its feet again. Crime is relatively low, and locals are welcoming, friendly and hospitable. However, to avoid pickpockets and petty crime, you must be cautious and vigilant all the time.
You can track mountain gorillas throughout the year in Uganda and Rwanda. However, June to October is the best time for gorilla trekking. This is the dry season of Rwanda which allows perfect conditions for trekking.
A gorilla permit is a card/ document issued by the Rwanda development board to allow you to spend an hour with the mountain gorilla in Volcanoes National Park. Currently, the cost of a gorilla permit can come up to 1500$ to 1700$ including permit, private transport, English-speaking guide, accommodation, and meals.
We always advise our clients to book a permit at least 3 months in advance. Due to high demand especially in the peak season, the permits tend to sell out quickly. Contact Gazelle Safaris Africa for more information.
Rwanda is considered one of the safest countries in the world. All tourists are escorted by armed rangers while tracking the gorillas.
For gorilla trekking, you’ve to hike through difficult terrain, water bodies, thick vegetation, hills, and valleys. The activity can possess some initial challenges but in the end, it’ll be rewarding.
Rwanda is a much smaller country in comparison to Uganda. Uganda has more Gorilla Families and habituated gorillas group. Also, the permits are more easily available.
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Traveller's Reviews
4636 out of 4888 travellers rated their trips as excellent overall
"With Gazelle Safari Africa, overall it was a great experience at Jinja. Thanks to this company for this amazing pleasure."
Jessie J. From United States
Visited : Uganda
Travelled : March 2020
Overall trip rating : Excellent
"Great visit to Ngamba! Highly Recommend! I request, to consider a visit here and support the fantastic efforts of this fantastic organization!"
Norris From Ontario, Canada
Visited : Uganda
Travelled : February 2020
Overall trip rating : Excellent
"Organization is doing great things for the chimpanzees- it worth a visit. Most thankful to Gazelle Safaris for providing this opportunity in an easy way."
Henry From Piscataway, New Jersey
Visited : Uganda
Travelled : February 2020
Overall trip rating : Excellent
"An absolute must in Kampala. After looking at all the options, decided to go Gazelle Safaris Africa. That was a great experience and fun."
Leo From New York City, New York
Visited : Uganda
Travelled : February 2020
Overall trip rating : Excellent
"Trip of a lifetime. I left Uganda feeling as if I had made lasting new connections with the Gazelle family, and I’m already planning a return trip."
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Visited : Uganda
Travelled : October 2019
Overall trip rating : Excellent
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