Rwanda

Discover Rwanda

Rwanda is a captivating destination of misty mountains, ancient forests, beautiful lakes, and remarkable wildlife. Known as the Land of a Thousand Hills, it offers an intimate and rewarding journey for travellers seeking gorilla trekking, wilderness, culture, and unforgettable landscapes.

From the mountain forests of Volcanoes National Park to the savannahs of Akagera and the ancient rainforest of Nyungwe, Rwanda offers a remarkable diversity of experiences within a compact country.

At Serengeti Prime, we create private, tailor-made journeys through Rwanda, combining exceptional wildlife encounters, carefully selected accommodation, and authentic experiences.

Where rainforest meets the mountains.

Rwanda is one of East Africa’s most distinctive destinations. Its green hills, volcanic mountains, tea plantations, forests, and lakes create a landscape unlike anywhere else in the region.

For many travellers, the highlight is an encounter with the endangered mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park. But Rwanda offers much more — chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe, classic wildlife safaris in Akagera, scenic journeys through the countryside, and time exploring Kigali.

Whether you are visiting Rwanda as a dedicated gorilla trekking journey or combining it with Tanzania, Kenya, or Uganda, we can create an itinerary around you.

Best time to visit

June – September

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Dry season

June to September Generally drier conditions make trekking more comfortable and wildlife easier to observe. Gorilla trekking remains the main highlight.

Crowds: High

Rates: Peak

Green season

October to May The landscape becomes beautifully lush and green, with fewer visitors and excellent conditions for photography and birdwatching.

Crowds: Medium

Rates: Lowest

Shoulder season

March – May Heavier rainfall can make forest trekking more challenging, but the scenery is exceptionally green and birdlife is abundant.

Crowds: Low

Rates: Lowest

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Volcanoes National Park

Set among the volcanic Virunga Mountains, Volcanoes National Park is one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations for encountering endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Famous for:

Mountain Gorillas · Gorilla Trekking · Golden Monkeys · Volcanoes

Akagera National Park

In the east of the country, Akagera offers a very different Rwanda, with open plains, lakes, wetlands, and diverse wildlife including the Big Five.

Famous for:

Big Five · Boat Safaris · Savannah · Elephants · Hippos

Nyungwe National Park

One of Africa’s oldest rainforests, Nyungwe is a beautiful wilderness of dense forest, mountain landscapes, and remarkable primate diversity.

Famous for:

Chimpanzees · Primates · Canopy Walk · Rainforest · Birdlife

Kigali

Clean, vibrant, and surrounded by rolling hills, Kigali offers an engaging introduction to Rwanda’s culture, history, cuisine, and contemporary life.

Famous for:

Culture · History · Art · Cuisine · City Experiences

Lake Kivu

Lake Kivu offers a relaxing contrast to Rwanda’s forests and mountains, with beautiful scenery, lakeside communities, and opportunities for kayaking and boat excursions.

Famous for:

Lake Views · Kayaking · Boat Trips · Relaxation · Local Culture