Rwanda Safaris
Rwanda Safaris | Flawless Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Tours (2026)
Get the most affordable Rwanda safaris and tour packages, whether gorilla trekking or wildlife safaris to see the Big 5 animals.
Each of the Rwanda safaris introduces travelers to places with breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and vibrant cultures.
We curate unique Rwanda safaris that showcase to you what makes Rwanda (the Land of a Thousand Hills) an exceptional destination.
Best National Parks to Visit on Rwanda Safaris
Rwanda is one of the places that guarantees you encounters of both gorillas and the big 5. The 4 National Parks in Rwanda come with unique opportunities for travelers to appreciate.
Get curated Rwanda safari packages leading to the iconic destinations such as Akagera National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park, Gishwati-Mukura, and Volcanoes National Park.
Rwanda Safaris in Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park is a must-visit National Park in Rwanda, especially if your interest is to see the Big 5 animals.
Akagera is the largest of all the Rwandan national parks, covering an area of 1122 sq. km and comprising a savannah landscape.
Located in Eastern Rwanda, Akagera features a unique landscape featuring not only savannah but also woodlands, swamps, and low mountains.
The park’s terrain is exceptional, offering tourists a chance to spot their favorite wildlife such as lions, elephants, zebras, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards.
Exciting experiences that you can enjoy on Rwanda safaris in Akagera include game drives, boat cruises, guided nature walks, sport fishing, behind-the-scenes, and community visits.
Nyungwe Forest National Park
Sitting in the Southern Province, Nyungwe is Rwanda’s second biggest park and offers mainly primate adventures, including chimpanzee and colobus monkey tracking.
Nyungwe covers over 970 sq. km and features major attractions such as chimpanzees, vervet monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, l’hoest monkeys, blue monkeys, olive baboons, and golden monkeys.
About 310 species of birds also survive in Nyungwe, including the Rockefellers, sunbirds, red-collared babblers, Albertine owlet, Kivu ground thrush, and Rwenzori batis.
The best birding trails to explore here include Bigugu, Gisakura, Karamba, and Kamiranzovu trails.
Gishwati Mukura National Park
Explore Gishwati-Mukura, a newly established park in Rwanda, home to a diverse array of floral species.
Gishwati-Mukura sits along the Albertine Rift and holds a range of wildlife plus birds.
This park consists mainly of primates, including the Eastern chimpanzees, l’hoest monkeys, golden monkeys, blue monkeys, and colobus monkeys.
Gishwati-Mukura also features a range of other mammal species, including side-striped jackals, red river hogs, African civets, giant pouched rats, Southern tree hyenas, and black–fronted duikers.
Activities to do on Rwanda safaris
Gorilla Trekking
Join us on private gorilla trekking safaris in Volcanoes National Park.
We can customize a gorilla safari to fit your budget and travel interests.
Unforgettable gorilla trekking safaris in Rwanda are enjoyable in the lush Volcanoes National Park.
Volcanoes National Park is Rwanda’s premier destination, often explored by travelers on a gorilla safari.
This park is located in the Musanze District, Northwestern Rwanda, and can be reached in about 2 to 3 hours.
At Volcanoes National Park, gorilla trekking sessions begin from Kinigi.
Approximately 13 habituated gorilla families in Volcanoes can be visited on Rwanda gorilla safaris.
They include Susa A, Kwitonda group, Sabyinyo, Susa B –(Igisha), Umubano, Agashya, and Ugenda.
Visits to explore any of the habituated families in Rwanda require a valid permit, each costing US Dollars 1500 per person.
Chimpanzee Trekking
Get a lifetime opportunity to explore the Eastern chimpanzees in the jungle with Flawless Adventure Planners.
We organize chimpanzee trekking safaris to Rwanda, where you can have a chance to interact with chimps in the wild.
Places to visit for chimpanzee safaris in Rwanda include Nyungwe National Park, a magnificent tropical park that is set in the Southern circuit.
At the Nyungwe Forest National Park, chimpanzee tracking tours can be enjoyed along the Cyamudongo Forest, Uwinka, or along the newly established sectors.
Gishwati-Mukura National Park is another special destination in Rwanda to visit for chimpanzee tracking tours.
Big Five Safaris
Embark on a memorable big 5 game safari and get to see your favorite animals in the savannahs.
Akagera is the only destination in Rwanda that guarantees you captivating sightings of the African bush elephants, cape buffaloes, leopards, lions, and rhinos.
Plan and secure a budget-friendly Big Five wildlife safari with Flawless Adventure Planners.
Golden Monkey Tracking
Golden monkey trekking or tracking is a special primate experience that awaits you on Rwanda safaris. Rwanda is home to the unique golden monkeys, and these can be explored in Volcanoes National Park.
The park features already habituated troops of golden monkeys to be tracked by tourists on a safari in Volcanoes National Park.
A golden monkey tracking permit costs US Dollars 100 per person. While in Volcanoes National Park, it is possible to enjoy both golden monkey tracking and mountain gorilla treks.
Dian Fossey trekking
A guided trek to the Dian Fossey tomb site is a great way to explore more about the legacy of Dian Fossey.
She started her gorilla conservation journey in the Virunga region, camping in Volcanoes National Park for about 18 years.
She devoted herself to saving mountain gorillas in the Virunga Area.
The present Susa A gorilla group was visited by Dian Fossey while in the Volcanoes National Park.
Canopy walking
Guided canopy walks offer a rare opportunity for you to explore East Africa’s first-ever canopy walkway, built 60m from the forest floor.
Expect to visit Nyungwe National Park to enjoy the walk through the 200-meter canopy walkway while keeping an eye on some of the primates and birds.
Birding Safaris
Birding is one of the exciting experiences you shouldn’t miss to enjoy on a safari in Rwanda.
Over 702 bird species make Rwanda a preferred birding destination, with multiple birding opportunities present for you to begin your excursion.
Among the top birds to spot during the birding experience in Rwanda are blue-headed sunbirds, red-collared babblers, handsome francolins, Neumann’s warblers, Grauer’s warblers, Rwenzori nightjars, and purple-breasted sunbirds, to mention but a few.
Visit Lake Kivu
Explore Lake Kivu on Rwanda safaris, a 2700 sq. km natural lake. Lake Kivu is Rwanda’s largest freshwater Lake and offers unique experiences like kayaking, boat rides, hiking the Congo Nile trail, and more.
Cultural experiences
We can customize Rwanda safaris with a blend of cultural experiences. Rwanda is a rich nation when it comes to cultural encounters.
The different parks feature exceptional cultural villages and communities, including Gorilla Guardian Village (Iby’Iwacu village), which is adjacent to Volcanoes National Park.
Where to Stay on Rwanda Safaris
We offer all-inclusive Rwanda safaris. Booking a Rwanda safari with us guarantees you comfortable places for overnight stay.
Our experts are knowledgeable about the best choices of accommodation for visitors’ stay. Places of stay often range from budget to luxury.
Volcanoes National Park accommodation comprises eco-luxury lodge options such as Bisate Lodge, Wilderness Sabyinyo, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel, and Singita Kwitonda Lodge.
Midrange accommodation choices around Volcanoes National Park include Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Sambora Kinigi Lodge, Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge, and Amakoro Songa Lodge.
Accommodation choices to stay before/after the Big 5 safaris in Akagera include Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Akagera Game Lodge, Akagera Rhino Lodge, and Magashi Tented Camp.
Accommodation facilities to stay on the chimpanzee trek in Nyungwe include One&Only Nyungwe House, Nyungwe Hilltop View Lodge, and Gisakura Family Hostel.
Best Time to go for Rwanda Safaris
June, July, August, and September are the best months of the year with pleasant weather conditions for tourists to go about Rwanda safaris.
These are the peak dry months when most national parks or sites record relatively lower rainfall, with routes all accessible.
You can have your Rwanda safari organized around the dry season, especially for gorilla trekking, volcano hiking, game drives, chimpanzee tracking, or golden monkey tracking.