Rwanda Gorilla Tours | Gorilla trekking Safaris in Rwanda | Rwanda Gorilla Safaris

Book tailor made gorilla trekking tours and safaris in Rwanda and other destinations such as Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo with the best tour operator in Rwanda and Uganda.  Our Rwanda gorilla trekking safaris and trips take you to Volcanoes national park to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural habitats. Besides gorilla tours experiences in Rwanda, visitors may undertake in other amazing activities such as cultural encounters, chimp tracking, golden monkey tracking, bird watching and wildlife safaris at affordable rates.

With immerse experience in arranging ultimate gorilla tracking experiences in Africa, we guarantee exceptional gorilla trekking safaris and tours in Rwanda with us. We therefore avail useful information to our guests while planning for gorilla and wildlife safaris and tours in Rwanda and other parts of the Africa.

Mountain gorilla trekking is widely known as the best wildlife experience in Africa, attracting the highest number of travelers from all the world. Africa adventure vacations prides in crafting customized gorilla safaris and trips in Rwanda for everlasting memories. You will be inspired and satisfied after looking into the moist brown eyes of mountain gorillas in Volcanoes national park. Besides mountain gorilla trekking tours and safaris in Rwanda, visitors may explore Lake Kivu with amazing boat cruises, Nyungwe Forest National Park to encounter chimps, monkeys and amazing endemic bird species.

Our Rwanda gorilla safaris and tours range from 2 to 14 days, giving you an option of arranging a relaxing break while exploring almost everything in a country.

The cost of a gorilla permit in Rwanda is $1500 per person for foreign nonresidents. Permits for Rwanda gorilla trekking safaris and holidays are bought from Rwanda Development Board through Africa Adventure Vacations.

Things to pack on your Rwanda gorilla trekking tours and Safaris

Are you getting ready for Rwanda primate trekking holidays and wildlife safaris? Below is a check list to help you pack only the essentials for an African safari.

Traveling documents:

• Valid Passport and tourist visa(s)
• Travel insurance
• Travel guides and maps
• Your confirmed Itinerary and details of your travel company
• Necessary vaccination documents 

Safari Stuff

• Comfortable strong safari shoes
• Neutral colored clothes
• Sandals for the evenings
• Long sleeved and short sleeved shirts
• A jacket and sweater
• Pair of comfortable socks
• Safari huts
• swimming costumes
• Long trousers and comfortable shorts
• Bottled drinking water
• Water proof back pack

Best time to go Rwanda gorilla trekking tours and safaris

Are you looking for the best time to visit Rwanda for gorilla trekking safaris and holidays? Well, Gorilla trips in Rwanda can be done throughout the year however, we advise guest to visit the country during dry seasons of mid-December to early February and June to September. These periods offer easiest hiking conditions and the lowest malaria risk during gorilla safaris and tours in Rwanda

Most visitors prefer to trek gorillas in Rwanda during dry season and permits tend to sell out due to high demand of gorilla safaris We therefore advise you to book for this trip at least 6 months prior to arrival to avoid any disappointments.  More still, reserve a hotel or lodge room earlier enough in and around volcanoes national park to secure your accommodation too.

Advantages of taking gorilla trekking tours and safaris in Rwanda during dry season

• Dry forest grounds to ease trekking
• Clearer photography
• Less forest undergrowth to trail easily during gorilla trekking
• Gorillas tend to move to low altitudinal areas hence easy to encounter

Disadvantages

• Crowds (Many visitors)
• Shortage of gorilla trekking permits in Rwanda
• High rates of accommodation
• Dusty connecting roads

Wet season happens in November, March, April, and May. This period is considered low season in Rwanda with rain & muddy conditions. Gorilla trekking is undeniably strenuous in the wet season but the experience is more fun and adventurous to curious tourists.

Advantages of taking gorilla trekking tours and safaris in Rwanda during low season

• Fewer crowds in the forest jungle
• Discounted hotel and lodge rates
• Discounts on ground transport
• Availability of gorilla tracking permits
• Last-minute bookings may happen

Disadvantages

• Slippery and muddy trails
• Dull photography