Trek mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, track chimpanzees through Nyungwe's ancient rainforest, and encounter the Big Five in Akagera — all within Africa's most accessible safari destination.
From single-day gorilla treks to immersive 10-day explorations — every journey crafted by local experts
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Four spectacular parks offering gorillas, chimps, Big Five & ancient rainforests
The Land of a Thousand Hills delivers intimate encounters and world-class accessibility
Home to 10 habituated gorilla groups in Volcanoes National Park. Only 8 trekkers per group daily ensures an intimate, uncrowded experience.
Africa's largest montane rainforest — home to 13 primate species, a spectacular canopy walkway, and over 15 hiking trails.
Rwanda's savanna park has all Big Five — lions, rhinos, elephants, buffalo & leopards — plus boat safaris on Lake Ihema.
Smaller than Scotland yet incredibly diverse. Every major park is within a few hours' drive of Kigali — no long travel days needed.
From the moving Genocide Memorial to Intore dance performances, coffee plantations, and the King's Palace Museum — Rwanda's culture runs deep.
650+ bird species including Albertine Rift endemics. Nyungwe, Akagera, and Volcanoes NP offer world-class birding year-round.
Trek through bamboo forests to spend an hour with endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park.
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Track habituated chimps through Nyungwe's ancient rainforest — Africa's largest montane forest with 13 primate species.
Learn moreSunrise and sunset game drives in Akagera National Park — home to all Big Five plus boat safaris on Lake Ihema.
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Track playful golden monkeys through the bamboo forests of Volcanoes NP — a species found nowhere else on earth.
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Summit Mount Bisoke (3,711m) for stunning crater lake views, or tackle Mount Karisimbi (4,507m) — Rwanda's highest peak.
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Spot 650+ species including rare Albertine Rift endemics across Nyungwe Forest, Akagera, and Volcanoes National Park.
Learn moreReal experiences from guests who've explored Rwanda with Nature Nest
“The team replied within an hour and planned the whole 12-day trip with us. We saw so many animals, and pickup and drop-off were smooth.”
“We booked a Uganda safari package. The planning was well organised and the team was responsive. Gorilla trekking was unforgettable.”
“They organised everything on our honeymoon: accommodation, food, transport and activities. The cost was reasonable.”
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Rwanda is the easiest gorilla destination to reach: Volcanoes National Park is a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Kigali, so a 2- or 3-day gorilla trek fits a long weekend. Longer Rwanda safari packages add Nyungwe Forest for chimpanzees and the canopy walk, Akagera for a Big Five savannah safari and Lake Kivu to unwind.
Mountain gorillas and golden monkeys in the Virunga volcanoes, 13 primate species in Nyungwe, and lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo and leopard in Akagera since the park's restoration. Kigali itself is clean, safe and worth a day for the Genocide Memorial and the craft markets.
The Rwanda gorilla permit is US$1,500 per person, golden monkey permits US$100 and Akagera entry US$100 per day for foreign visitors. Lodges near Volcanoes range from comfortable guesthouses to some of Africa's most exclusive camps. Combining a Rwanda gorilla trek with Uganda (permit US$800) is a popular way to see gorillas twice.
RwandAir flies direct from London Heathrow, Paris and Brussels to Kigali; Brussels Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways and Turkish connect with one stop. Most European nationals get a visa on arrival or online, and Kigali Airport is 20 minutes from the city.
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Our Rwanda packages on this page range from about $1,800 to $12,500 per person sharing, depending on length, lodges and season. The lowest-priced option is the 1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Rwanda from $1,800. Every itinerary can be adjusted to your dates and budget, and we only ask for a deposit once you are happy with the plan.
Typically all transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle, accommodation, meals as specified, park entry fees, permits such as gorilla or chimpanzee permits, an English-speaking driver-guide and airport transfers. International flights and travel insurance are usually not included; each tour page lists exactly what is in and out.
The tours on this page run from 1 to 10 days. Short trips focus on one park or one activity; 7 to 10 days lets you combine Volcanoes National Park (mountain gorillas and golden monkeys), Nyungwe Forest (chimpanzees, canopy walk), Akagera (Big Five) and Lake Kivu without rushing.
June to September and December to February are the drier months for gorilla trekking; Rwanda can be visited all year.
Yes. Every safari we run is tailor-made: you can add days, swap lodges, add a hot-air balloon flight or a cultural visit, or combine countries. Send us your dates and interests and we reply with a personalised itinerary within 24 hours, free and with no obligation.
Yes. Nature Nest Safaris is a licensed tour operator headquartered in Uganda, licensed by the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and a member of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) and the Uganda Travel Agents Association (UTA). Contact us on WhatsApp +256 777 131 912 or book@naturenestsafaris.com.
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