Rwanda: land of a thousand hills
With rolling farmlands, a vibrant patchwork of colors and lush forested mountains, Rwanda is often referred to as the ‘Land of a Thousand Hills’. Despite its troubled past, the country is home to the most welcoming people you might ever encounter. For many visitors, trekking the magnificent mountain gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park is the wildlife experience of a lifetime and a short gorilla trek combines perfectly with a safari in Uganda, Tanzania or Kenya.
There are direct flights running between Nairobi and Kigali daily and you can be at your wonderful lodge overlooking the Virungas within 3 hours by private road transfer. Rwanda is a country rich in history and culture and whether you take a tour of Kigali city and Genocide museums, the lakes and waterfalls, soak in the spectacular beach and shoreline of Lake Kivu, or marvel at the prolific numbers of bird species in Nyungwe Forest, you will be delighted to discover that the scenery here is as diverse as its history and a visit will inspire and amaze you in every aspect.
Just Trekking
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Wildlife Safari
- Game drives in Akagera National Park
Speedy Gorillas
- Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Park (Uganda)
- BATWA tribe cultural encounter
- Private transfers with English speaking guide
Habituation Trek
- Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Kigali city tour
- Gorilla habituation (4hr gorilla viewing) in Bwindi
- Community and volcanoes scenic walk
Just Gorillas
- Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Kigali city tour
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest (Uganda)
- Community and volcanoes scenic walk
Gorillas & Golden Monkeys
- Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Kigali city tour
- Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga (Uganda)
- Golden monkey trekking in Mgahinga
- BATWA tribe cultural encounter
Gorillas & Golden Monkeys (Value)
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Kigali city tour
- Boat cruise on the Twin Lakes
- Guided community walk
Gorillas & Golden Monkeys (Midrange)
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Kigali city tour
- Boat cruise on the Twin Lakes
- Guided community walk
Best of Both Countries
- Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Kigali city tour
- Gorilla trekking (Uganda)
- Golden monkey trekking (Rwanda)
- Guided community walking tours
Gorillas & Golden Monkeys (Luxury)
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden monkey trekking
- City tour in Kigali
- Inclusive lodge activities, tree planting, nature trails, community tours & birding walks, boating, bush walks and game drives
Gorillas & Lakes
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Kigali city tour
- Boat cruises on the Twin Lakes and Lake Kivu
- Guided community walk
Gorillas & Game Drives
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Private game drives & safari boat cruises in Akagera National Park
- Boat cruise on the Twin Lakes
Double Trekker
- Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Kigali city tour
- 2 x gorilla treks in Bwindi Forest (Uganda)
- Community and volcanoes scenic walk
- Private canoe excursion on Lake Mutanda
Perfect Primates
- Starts in Kigali (Rwanda) & ends in Entebbe (Uganda)
- Kigali city tour
- Boat cruise on the Twin Lakes
- Golden monkey trekking (Rwanda)
- Gorilla trekking (Uganda)
- Chimpanzee trekking (Uganda)
- Bigodi wetland sanctuary nature walk
Gorillas & Game Viewing
- Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Kigali city tour
- Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga (Uganda)
- Game drives & safari boat cruises in Akagera Park (Rwanda)
Gorillas & Game Drives (Midrange)
- Gorilla & golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Game drives in Akagera National Park
- Safari boat cruises in Akagera National Park
- Kigali city tour
Gorillas & Game Drives (Luxury)
- Gorilla & golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Game drives in Akagera National Park
- Safari boat cruises in Akagera National Park
- Kigali city tour
- Inclusive lodge activities at Bisate
Great Apes of Rwanda
- Gorilla & golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Boat cruises on the Twin Lakes & Kibuye
- Community walking tour
- Chimpanzee trekking
- Tree-top canopy walk
- Kigali city tour
Best of Both Countries
- Starts in Entebbe (Uganda) and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi (Uganda)
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale (Uganda)
- Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes Park (Rwanda)
- Safari boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth Park
- Ishasha sector (tree-climbing lions)
- Community / cultural village tours
Gorillas & Tanzania Central Safari (Luxury)
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Guided village walk at Sabyinyo Lodge
- Connecting light aircraft flights between Kigali and Serengeti
- Shared game drives in the Serengeti
- Luxury accommodations in prime locations
Discover Rwanda
- Gorilla & golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Boat cruises on the Twin Lakes & Kibuye
- Guided community tour
- Chimpanzee trekking
- Tree-top canopy walk
- Game drives in Akagera National Park
Ultimate Rwanda
- Gorilla & golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Chimpanzee trekking
- Tree-top canopy walk
- Boat trip on Lake Kivu
- Game drives & safari boat cruises in Akagera National Park
- Inclusive lodge activities at Bisate
- One-way regional flight Kigali - Nyungwe included
Gorillas, Crater & Migration Safari
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Kigali city tour
- Community walk & Twin Lakes boat cruise
- Private game drive in Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater
- Shared game drives in Serengeti (North)
Gorillas, Crater & Migration Safari (Midrange)
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Kigali city tour
- Community walk & Twin Lakes boat cruise
- Private game drive in Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater
- Shared game drives in Serengeti (North)
Rwanda & Southern Tanzania (Ruaha)
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Shared boat trip on the twin lakes Burera and Ruhondo
- Kigali city tour & visit to genocide memorial exhibition (or market)
- Shared game drives & walking safaris in Kigelia Camp
- Night-time game drive
Best of Both Countries (Luxury)
- Starts in Kigali (Rwanda) and ends in Entebbe (Uganda)
- Kigali city tour
- Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes Park (Rwanda)
- Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga (Uganda)
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest (Uganda)
- Ishasha sector (tree-climbing lions)
- Game drives & safari boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth Park
- Game drives in Murchison Falls Park
- Boat cruises at Murchison Falls
- Rhino trekking at ZIWA Sanctuary
- Shoebill bird canoe trip
Best of Both Countries (Midrange)
- Starts in Kigali (Rwanda) and ends in Entebbe (Uganda)
- Kigali city tour
- Golden Monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda)
- Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga (Uganda)
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest (Uganda)
- Ishasha sector (tree-climbing lions)
- Game drives & safari boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth Park
- Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
- Boat cruises at mighty Murchison Falls
- Rhino trekking at ZIWA Sanctuary
- Shoebill bird canoe trip
The Gorilla Safari Company is rated ‘Excellent‘ on Trustpilot by 95% of our clients
“The trip to Rwanda was awesome! The accommodations were great especially the Bwindi Lodge. The atmosphere there and the employees were so nice. the gorillas were unbelievable. I trekked with the help of the porters. They were definitely worth their weight in gold!
Tanzania was also a grand experience. I loved the Ilbouru Lodge…The food there was excellent and the gift shop quite reasonable. Willy, our fearless driver was so personable and caring. Loved him. He really knew his animals and went the extra mile to seek them out…“
“It was totally AMAZING! I thought the silverback was going to be the star of the show but there was a young, clumsy baby that was totally hilarious. Ride 4 Woman is also a very special place, and I feel privileged to have stayed there. What a cool mission, and the staff there could not have done a better job taking care of us. Thank you again for all your hard work!“
“Wow! Is about all I can say at this moment. It was truly a well planned and amazing trip. The guides and drivers were all fantastic. The accommodations were beautiful. We felt well taken care of and everything went as planned. Thank you for your help and we will certainly be recommending The Gorilla Safari Company to others.”
“LOVED the whole trip! I did the Nyamirambo women’s centre guided walk and cooked lunch along with one of the ladies at her house and that was fascinating. Someone I met did the basket weaving there and cookery class the following day and said that was excellent too.
Magashi has a very special feel and fabulous guides that are professional with great ideas to suit my interests. I was very impressed.”
“Every single transfer went like clock work. Even the Kazangula border crossing which involves leaving one guide, taking an unaccompanied boat ride and then meeting the guide the other side was all very seamless and straightforward. We felt very informed due to the information documents supplied pre-departure. We will definitely use the Gorilla Safari Company again.”
“This was the most relaxing trip knowing all reservations and details were taken care of. No worries at all. Donna and Amanda were excellent in answering all questions on a very timely manner. Very helpful people helping us out all trip. Excellent Co. You can put your trust in that they want you to have the easiest and best one of a lifetime trip.”
“A true once in a lifetime experience seeing the gorillas. Donna organized a great trip to Rwanda and it exceeded all my expectations. Highly recommend making the trip and using The Gorilla Safari Company to help organize it.”
“It is rare when you plan a trip and everything is PERFECT. Our trip to Uganda planned by Donna was excellent. Working with Donna is a reason to book with The Gorilla Safari Company. We have traveled extensively and I have never had a travel agent that followed up so efficiently.”