Perfect question: with the answer centering around when you have the vacation time, travel aspiration, and finances. Rwanda (land of a thousand hills) is open for visitors all year round, with tourist activities offered day and night, both indoor and outdoor. Rwanda is a tiny landlocked country; east of the continent of Africa, neighbored by Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and The Democratic Republic of Congo.
Considering weather patterns; June to September and December to March are fairly dry, with slight rains, thus the most ideal seasons of travel and engaging in tourist activities. On the contrary, this season can’t favor budget travelers since prices of several packages, accommodation facilities and transport tends to be high.
Rainy Months; November – early December and late March to May are the best months for budget travelers because of the discounts and low prices offered on different services. These months are also good for bird watching and nature photography/videography.
ACTIVITIES AND DESTINATIONS IN RWANDA.
Gorilla trekking In Volcanoes National Park.
This is a prime safari destination in Rwanda in the north, Volcanoes is located at the foothills of the vast Virunga chain of Mountains and offering asylum to the rare mountain Gorillas. These gorilla species are only found in the continent of Africa. Gorilla trekking and golden monkey trekking are the two prime safari activities offered in the park all year round.
Chimpanzee trekking at Nyungwe National park.
Situated in the southeastern part of Rwanda- next to the Burundian Border post, Nyungwe national park is a Must-Visit destination. It offers asylum to over 13 primate species co-existing together; feeding, resting and playing. The list has chimpanzees, baboons, vervet monkeys, L’Hoest monkeys, and grey-cheeked monkeys among others.
Chimpanzees, our closest relatives are the prime attractions in the park. Tracking them is a very thrilling activity, starting very early in the morning for approximately 1-5 hours, plus a bonus hour for watching and taking photos. Other activities in Nyungwe national park include; bird watching, guided nature walk, and Canopy walk- a perfect opportunity of viewing the landscape and variety of park residents at the treetops. The canopy is one of the kinds in East Africa, suspended on tree branches.
Chimpanzee trekking at Gishwati-Mukura National Park.
Tiniest and newest game reserve in Rwanda- created after combining two forest reserves- Gishwati and Mukura. The park is located in the western part of Rwanda, with a good selection of Chimpanzee and monkey populations, a variety of flora, fauna, and bird species. The main activities done in this park include birding and chimpanzee trekking. The gates open very early in the morning and close late in the evening. The notable residents of this park include golden monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, blue monkeys, and chimpanzees. For chimpanzee trekking, the age limit is 15 years.
Wildlife safari in Akagera national park.
Akagera national park; one of Rwanda’s most visited destinations, offering game viewing experiences, bird watching, and many more. The park has a collection of Africa’s Big5 mammals (lions, leopards, Cape Buffaloes, Elephants, and Rhinos), Unique Antelope species, warthogs, giraffes, and hyenas among others.
By 7:00 am, the park gates are open and then close at 7:00 pm, with activities being conducted by the park rangers and tour guides on the ground. Akagera national park is so safe, with an eye-catching landscape and cool climate.
Kigali City Tour.
A walk or a ride in the streets of Kigali city; one of the cleanest cities in the continent of Africa is unforgettable. Trying out a bargain with the local traders, visiting historical places such as the Genocide memorial ground, Presidential palace, local restaurants and the cultural sites among other places brings about a feel-good moment.
Cave exploration.
Used as a hideout in the 1994 Rwanda genocide- Musanze caves is one of the most amazing places in Rwanda. It is about a 30-minute ride from Volcanoes national park. The cave is huge and dark inside, with colonies of bats. Guides use torches while getting inside; visiting the different corridors, and narrating the stories.
Cultural encounter.
Dance to the African drumbeats with the Rwanda natives, dress, feed and laugh like them. It is a unique experience, as you get to know other people’s way of Life; some activities that will leave you perplexed, and with unanswered questions.
Rwanda is open to visitors all year round, be it for business meetings, family vacations, honeymoon, Research or primate trekking. All you need is to contact us for amazing offers and unforgettable experiences.
