True Africa Presents
Rwanda, often called the “Land of a Thousand Hills”, is a country with a rich biodiversity being one of the few places in the world where you can see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. The dry season brings the perfect weather for trekking and encounter with diverse flora and fauna in sites like Volcanoes National Park or Nyungwe National Park, home to gorillas, chimpanzees and a variety of other species. For those seeking relaxation, the tranquil shores of Lake Kivu provide a peaceful escape with opportunities for water sports and lakeside leisure. A visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial serves as a poignant reminder of Rwanda’s history and the resilience of its people, while the vibrant markets and local crafts reflect the contemporary Rwandan spirit. From embarking on a scenic bike tour along the Congo Nile Trail to experiencing the traditional dance performances, Rwanda offers a rich cultural experience for every traveller.
Travelling to Rwanda with True
Rwanda is perhaps our Africa teams favourite destination. The expertise and enthusiasm for this wonderful destination will be obvious from the moment you engage our team.
Our travel design process starts with you and your ideas, each trip created from a blank piece of paper.
Our Africa specialist’s have created a selection of sample example itineraries to provide a sense of what can be crafted for you in Rwanda.
15 Day Itinerary
Guide Price: £13,800pp
An African journey visiting the renowned Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, exploring the wildlife-rich Grumeti Reserve, soaring over the Serengeti in a hot air balloon and experiencing an unforgettable night under the stars before a trek in search of mountain gorillas.
7 Day Itinerary
Guide Price: £12,900pp
Experience Rwanda’s finest with a luxurious exploration of Volcano and Nyungwe National Parks, tracking diverse monkey species in lush volcanic mountain forests and absorbing the stunning views of Lake Kivu.
12 Day Itinerary
Guide Price: £19,300pp
Embark on the ultimate safari adventure through Africa and explore the unique landscapes to witness a plethora of wildlife, including the rare spectacle of the annual wildebeest migration over the Mara River.
11 Day Itinerary
Guide Price: £32,600pp
Embark on an African adventure by combining a trip to Rwanda and Tanzania, uncovering extraordinary wildlife in both the Volcanic National Park and the Maasai Mara. Explore the landscapes with unique experiences such as an air safari over Mount Kilimanjaro.
Duration: 15 Days
Guide Price: £13,800pp
An African journey visiting the renowned Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, exploring the wildlife-rich Grumeti Reserve, soaring over the Serengeti in a hot air balloon and experiencing an unforgettable night under the stars before a trek in search of mountain gorillas.
Duration: 7 Days
Guide Price: £12,900pp
Destination:
Experience Rwanda’s finest with a luxurious exploration of Volcano and Nyungwe National Parks, tracking diverse monkey species in lush volcanic mountain forests and absorbing the stunning views of Lake Kivu.
Duration: 11 Days
Guide Price: £32,600pp
Embark on an African adventure by combining a trip to Rwanda and Tanzania, uncovering extraordinary wildlife in both the Volcanic National Park and the Maasai Mara. Explore the landscapes with unique experiences such as an air safari over Mount Kilimanjaro.
Duration: 5 Days
Guide Price: £5,300pp
Destination:
Enjoy spending a long weekend in Rwanda with gorillas and other species of primates in vibrant green rainforests, all framed under the shadow of the Virunga volcanic mountains.
Duration: 10 Days
Guide Price: £15,500pp
Witness the wildlife wonders on an unforgettable African adventure. Experience thrilling treks to seek out gorillas and endangered golden monkeys, explore stunning National Parks and witness the captivating Great Wildebeest Migration.
Duration: 12 Days
Guide Price: £20,000pp
Combining chimpanzee and gorilla trekking, this is our wild odyssey through Rwanda and Uganda’s thriving hilltops. This journey pays homage to the beauty, playful spirits, strength and vigour of Africa’s best, and wildest, primates.
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Of course, the highlight of visiting Rwanda is a close encounter with the magical primates, but there is so much to explore and enjoy. Here are some of our favourites you can build into your Rwanda travel itinerary.
A luxury eco-lodge located near Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, offering unrivalled access to the region’s renowned mountain gorillas
One of Africa’s most loved lodges, the magnificent Virunga Lodge in Rwanda provides comfort and luxury in the heart of the jungle.
The magnificent Bisate Lodge opened in the Summer of 2017 and has been met with rave reviews.
Singita Kwitonda Lodge is opening in August 2019, set on a 178-acre pocket of land close to the Volcanoes National Park in north west Rwanda.
Nyungwe Forest National Park in south-western Rwanda is south of Lake Kivu on the border with Burundi.
In Rwanda, the choice of accommodation can make all the difference, with some of the. most popular booked up in advance. True Travel partners with the very best and will guide you through the options so you can get the very most from your stay.
Each trip True Travel curate is based on the experience you are looking for and as an independent travel operator, we are not obliged or committed to any properties. You can rest safe in the knowledge that the accommodation we recommend for your stay has been chosen based on your interests, not ours.
Rwanda offers some times of year to visit that can be incredibly rewarding, but can also throw up some times of year to either avoid, or – at the very least – be very well aware of what the conditions will be like. Importantly, the success rate of Gorilla trekking is nearly 100%, so if Gorilla trekking is the key objective of your trip, you are essentially guaranteed to experience getting up close and personal with this iconic species regardless of when you travel. The wet season months of March through to May, as well as November, are not exactly for the faint of heart as conditions under foot can be fairly treacherous.
Local Time: GMT+2
Local Currency: Rwandan Franc
Whether you are looking to climb into the canopies of the Jungle in the Nyungwe Forest National Park or get down with the Gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda has you covered for all your primate encounters.
To get the most from your trip to Rwanda, we advise you speak to our Africa specialists Matt and Felix for more information.
With around 250 gorillas split across roughly 10 families, these magical animals are carefully protected and only about 50 people a day are allowed to trek to see them. Those lucky enough to spend time with these awe-inspiring animals have described the experience as intensely emotional and we could not agree more.
We recommend purchasing two permits to visit these easily-accessible creatures. The first trek will give you the opportunity to take enough pictures to capture these majestic creatures. The second trek allows you to just sit quietly and observe these hugely powerful animals in their natural habitat.
While you explore Volcanoes National Park you will be able to enjoy spectacular birdlife (there are over 350 bird species) as well as visiting Dian Fossey’s grave, where you can learn all about her fascinating work and the narrative behind the memorable film, Gorillas in the Mist.
It’s believed to be one of Africa’s oldest forests, staying green even through the Ice Age, which explains its diversity. Home to habituated chimpanzees and 12 other primates species (including a 400-strong troop of habituated Ruwenzori Black & White Colobus), it’s also a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including 16 endemics, and is home to 75 different species of mammal.
This majestic rainforest is filled with nature and wildlife experiences for you to emerge yourself in. Hiking or even biking the beautiful terrain, tracking the famous chimpanzees, experiencing the canopy walk, witnessing beautiful birds, relaxing by waterfalls are just a glimpse of activities that Nyungwe offers.
Our Africa specialist, Felix has over 20 years of experience selling Africa holidays, so you can be assured you will be in the best hands when planning your trip. He will look after you start to finish using his expert knowledge to give you a holiday to remember.
Felix has over 20 years experience designing trips to Africa and has travelled to many far-flung regions in the continent; visiting at least twice a year since his career began.
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