Category: About Rwanda

Watching gorillas in their natural setting is very fascinating. It is an experience that one will never forget in a lifetime. A lot of people travel to Rwanda to watch these majestic gentle primates. The gorillas in Rwanda are found in volcanoes national park located in Musanze district in the northeast of the country. It is approximately 3 hours’ drive from Kigali the capital of Rwanda and also the place where almost each and every safari tour starts. Volcanoes national park has a third of the world population of mountain gorillas that is 320 out of the about 900 individuals.

These primates do amazing things that are almost similar to what mankind does. With seeing these gorillas you can believe that man evolved from the apes. You can excuse me but all I can say these human beasts with fur on their bodies. It is really unbelievable in the way they lead their lives as the family is well set up like that of humans socially. They are led by the silver back the male who is responsible for protecting the family, looking for food and also building the shelter for the other gorillas and the female gorillas take care of the young ones.

Many people tend to believe that these primates are violent beasts but it is not the case, these are peaceful and vegetarian animals as they only feed on trees leaves and the fruits. Watching gorillas in the wild is not as easy as you may think as this needs when someone is physically fit. You will have to hike through the enchanting bamboo forested volcanic ranges to find these gorillas. It can take 2-8 hours to find a particular family of gorillas. These gorillas are nomads as they keep on moving from one place to another. When tracking them you have to follow their foot prints to find them. Although it is challenging to track these gorillas it is very adventurous as you move through the bamboo forest in the Virunga region. Your eyes are rewarded with seeing our wildlife like the different species of monkeys, trees vines and birds as also a good commentary about the gorillas and other wildlife in Virunga from the gorilla patron. It is suffice to note that you are given one hour to spend with the gorillas but it is an unforgettable moment in life as you interact with the gorillas and take photos of them.

There is an extra activity, you can take up while in Virunga forests in Rwanda and that is golden monkey tracking at the basement of volcanoes national park. These are unique monkeys with a golden color at their back. Who does not love gold in this world as you look at something with gold glittering, there is that good feeling you get. Golden monkey tracking always gives one an extra excitement after gorilla trekking.

Watching gorillas in their wildness is one of the best gifts that you can ever encounter in life. After watching these gorillas you will breach the gap between you and nature as you will start to love nature and understand the meaning of conserving and preserving it. It is a source of relaxation and enjoyment. You can never regret a trip of visiting gorillas in Virunga region in Rwanda.

Rwanda is one of the smallest countries on African soil but it cannot be underestimated when it comes to tourism and wildlife. Rwanda is endowed with vast of tourist attractions and that is why it is becoming one of the sought out tourism destination in Africa. There are different Rwanda safaris packages that can be organized for you while in Rwanda. With a combination of our incredible tourist attractions accompanied with other tourism enhancements like good accommodation facilities, security, climate, professional guide, the infrastructures, you can have a nice stay in Rwanda. There are different kinds of safaris one can undertake in Rwanda.  What you ask for is what we give you; maybe we can advise you on a few things to make your safari a splendid one. Here are some of the safaris we offer in Rwanda and they are named according to the attractions one is willing to undertake.

The gorilla safaris are the most popular trips that are undertaken in Rwanda. Many tourist come to Rwanda to watch these mountain gorillas at volcanoes national park in Musanze district. Mountain gorillas are the niche attractions of Rwanda as they are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Africa. This is because these primates are rare in the world and they are endangered species.  Tourists travel to Rwanda to have a last glance of these wonderful huge primates. It is not only being endangered animals that make them special to watch but also their behavioral ways as they have approximately 98% of human DNA. In simple terms they do some of their daily duties like humans.

There is also primates safari trips where by tourists visit the other primates other than the gorillas. The other primates include the chimpanzees, the golden monkey at volcanoes national park and the other species of monkeys. These primates are found at Nyungwe national park in the southwestern part of Rwanda. Chimpanzees are also one of mans closest relatives and these can act as substitutes when you miss out on gorilla tracking because they are also a beauty to watch. They are also different species of monkeys found in Nyungwe national park and these are the L’hoest, rwenzori colombus monkeys, grey cheeked mangabey and many more. While at the primates safari you can also go for a canopy walk as you can on roped trails to watch the forests and other biodiversity on top of the trees. This canopy trail is the highest in Eastafrica as it 50 meters above the ground.

The wildlife safaris are also worth a visit. This is normally carried out in Akagera national park at Gatsibo Rwanda. The park has 8000 large animals. The common animals you can see while at a wildlife safari are impala, topi, eland, oribi, Masai giraffe, Defassa waterbuck, reedbuck, bushbuck, sable, roan antelope ,Burchall’s zebra hippo and crocodile. Lions and Rhinos have been reintroduced to Akagera national park and they are now available for tracking hence a distinctive big five destinations. With all those animals you are assured of a nice wildlife safari in Rwanda.

There is also bird watching safari for the bird lovers. Come with your binoculars to watch the unique birds as you travel to Nyungwe national park. This is the home of 310 bird species and the most commons include giant hornbills, great blue turacos and the red breasted sparrow .There are 27 bird species endemic to the Albertine rift valley. So join us on a bird watching safari in Nyungwe national park.

These safaris are at times combined to give a real experience of Rwanda’s biodiversity. These safari are supplement with a Kigali city tour and the village cultural tours to spice them up.  Come to Rwanda and discover a new world on a safari.