Top Kigali Safaris

Swap the bustling capital for central Africa's largest protected wetland on this full-day tour to Akagera National Park. Benefit from the personalized attention of your private guide as you explore the park by pop-roof vehicle, looking out for native lions, rhino, giraffes, and more. Opt to enhance your itinerary with a Lake Ihema boat cruise and enjoy hassle-free round-trip transfer from your Kigali hotel included.

Lake Kivu—one of Africa’s Great Lakes, sitting in the Albertine Rift—offers deep immersion in nature, away from the crowds. On this tour, you’ll head out early in the morning for a boat trip to the lake’s best islands, stopping for a hike, a waterside lunch, and to take in the views. There will be plenty of chances for wildlife-viewing, too.

Roughly three hours from Kigali lies a world of Africa’s favorite wildlife, from elephants to black rhinos. No need to book a long safari—on this tour, you’ll depart the city bright and early, getting in a full day of game drives as you traverse the park’s low mountains and savannah. Following your guide’s keen eye, you’ll scout for giraffes, zebras, lions, impalas, buffaloes, and more, all in their natural habitat.

The largest protected wetland in Africa, a day in Akagera National Park promises wildlife sightings galore. On this tour, you’ll depart Kigali bright and early, making the roughly 3-hour drive through the African countryside to the park. From there, it’s a day of game drives, scouting for lions, tigers, elephants, giraffes, and more.

Come face-to-face with gorillas during this full-day private trek through Volcanoes National Park, in the mountainous Virguna region of Rwanda. Travel comfortably from Kigali by private car and be back at your hotel that evening. Tours involve a strenuous hike through the lush rainforest. Lunch, bottled water, and snacks are included.

Optimize your chances of seeing endangered mountain gorillas on this full-day tour to Volcanoes National Park. Follow your small-group guide through the dense forest on foot, benefiting from their tracking expertise to locate the wild creatures. Learn about the work done to protect the animals and relax with round-trip transfers, plus lunch, covered in the price.

Characterized by woodlands, swamps, and savannahs, Akagera National Park is a must-visit for those visiting Rwanda. On this private tour, depart Kigali and enjoy a full-day safari in the park which is home to giraffes, zebras, elephants, lions, buffaloes, and much more. This tour is great for those who don’t have time to commit to a multi-day safari but still want to see wildlife in a natural environment.

2 Days Chimpanzees trekking in Nyungwe forest takes you to the canopy walkway,Nature walk & hiking.The2 days Rwanda Chimpanzees trekking safari will also reward you to do the Canopy walk experience. This activity will give you a bird’s eye sight of the forest, birds and chimps.Located in the South West corner of Rwanda, Nyungwe National Park is an untouched natural rainforest that is filled with exciting biodiversity.Covering over 1000 square kilomtres, Nyungwe forest is surely one of the world’s most beautiful and pristine mountain rainforests. It’s believed to be one of Africa’s oldest forests, staying green even through the Ice Age, which explains its diversity. Home to habituated chimpanzees and 12 other primates species (including a 400-strong troop of habituated Ruwenzori Black & White Colobus), it’s also a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including 16 endemics, and is home to 75 different species of mammal.

This is a unique Experience of facing wildlife in their natural habitat. Our guides are really friendly and efficient.

Explore the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Akagera National Park on this private excursion from Kigali. Traverse woodlands, swamps, low mountains, and savannah to encounter a rich array of wildlife, from zebras and giraffes to elephants and lions. Bird enthusiasts can spot the elusive shoebill stork, while Lake Ihema in the southern region harbors hippos and crocodiles.

Get a first-hand peek at some of Rwanda’s most iconic wildlife during this private overnight trek through Nyungwe National Park, with round-trip transportation from Kigali. Experience a lush, nature-filled reserve, with a chance to spot endangered bird species, rare orchids, and the park’s most famous inhabitants: their chimpanzees. All-inclusive excursions also include meals.

With the 3 day Kalinzu chimpanzee trekking and gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park safari option, you drive from Kigali, Rwanda straight to Queen Elizabeth National Park in southwestern Uganda for overnight. Trek chimpanzees at Kalinzu forest reserve on day two and complete the tour with gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park.

Gorilla Expedition Safaris is a Rwandan born Tour Company operating throughout East Africa with countries Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi for over a decade. We started as a team of two individuals offering car rental services in Rwanda especially those who wanted to access national parks with 4x4 vehicles. We further had more advancement in clients’ needs of doing cross country tours in the region. We have a team of 13 members and these include professional drivers, sales and marketing personnel who will always carter for your reservations timely, fields men and women who will always know where you are and cater for your safety and comfort during your stay plus professional guides who will always know where to turn in case you chose to travel with one.

Hiking Mountain Bisoke can be an experience of a lifetime but it can also be one of the most challenging things a person can undertake, especially if physically unfit. The hiking is 6 to 7 hours, including 2 hours of descent, but that is for inexperienced hikers. Experienced hikers can take less than 4 hours to hike and come back down to the base. Apart from the experience of hiking on the extinct volcano which is part of the Virunga Mountain range, at the peak, there’s a crater lake known as Lake Ngezi. The trekking starts with an assembly at the park headquarters in Kinigi at 7a.m. Here, each group is assigned a guide who briefs them about the activity they are about to embark on.

Enjoy the fulfilling wildlife safari game drive encounters, scenic views of savannah landscapes with lakes. The opportunity to see the big five, more than 500 birds species and other wildlife animals. One of the highlights of our safaris is the chance to encounter Rwanda’s unique wildlife up close and personal. Simply the Best Safari Guides, Selected based on the past records of the tourists reviews and years of service. Our staff has decades of work-time delivering authentic, inspiring tour experiences. We drive you in the comfortable and customized Safari vehicle. It is packed with all the necessities for a perfect safari. Including refreshments and more. For the group of 4 and above we use the pop-up roof safari vehicle.

Rwanda is one of the best places in East Africa to spot wildlife, but most safaris take time and planning. Ideal for anyone with only a day to spare, this full-day, small-group excursion takes you through Akagera National Park on the border with Tanzania and has you back in Kigali by nightfall. Lunch and bottled water are included, plus a safari drive through the protected park.

Our 3-day journey to Nyungwe Natural Forest is a one-of-a-kind adventure. Explore the pristine Nyungwe forest, home to rare primates and exotic flora, with expert guides. Experience thrilling canopy walks and immerse in the rich biodiversity of this ancient rainforest. With an emphasis on conservation and sustainability, this tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and support preservation efforts in a breathtaking setting.

Highlights  Our tour will involve to drive to Giseny (Rubavu now ) .Arriving in Gisenyi, you will visit hot spring of Nyamyumba and tour the Gisenyi Market to have a general idea of the town. Depending on arrangement made, you can acquire material for water sports at the lake near Kivu Serena Hotel. Boat rides inside the lake to Amahoro or Napoleon Islands are organized.  : On our second day of tour will visit the tea and coffee plantation after returning in Kigali .

Experience the thrill of seeing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat as you embark on a safari on this 2-day tour from Kigali. With a private guide, get close to the gorilla families that reside in Volcanoes National Park and see the dominant silverback gorillas that lead the family. This is a unique experience that takes you deep into the jungles in search of these giant primates.

This is an extraordinary safari adventure that offers a double chance to spot the iconic Big Five, including the majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, formidable Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and the awe-inspiring Black and White Rhinos. This park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it boasts a diverse array of other fascinating creatures, such as graceful Giraffes, striking Zebras, elegant Impalas, formidable Crocodiles, and mighty Hippos, among many others. Prepare for an immersive game drive experience that takes you through the natural habitats of these magnificent animals. Witness the wonders of nature unfold as you encounter an incredible variety of bird species and marvel at the breathtaking views of the lakes and landscapes. Our safari tour ensures you have the best opportunities to observe wildlife up close, capturing unforgettable moments and creating lifelong memories. Depart from Kigali as early as 05h30 am and back 6-7pm

Discover Rwanda’s rich biodiversity when you book this 2-day tour from Kigali to Akagera National Park. Alongside a private guide, enjoy game drives and a boat safari on Ihema Lake to spot wildlife like hippos, crocodiles, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and perhaps even lions and black rhinos. Upgrade to include accommodation for a seamless safari experience.

Akagera National Park located in eastern Rwanda, hugging the border with Tanzania. It’s characterized by woodland, swamps, low mountains and savannah. The varied terrain shelters wildlife including zebras, giraffes, elephants, lions, rhinos, and hundreds of bird species, such as the rare shoebill stork. In the southern part of the park, vast lake Ihema is home to hippos and crocodiles.for the day 1: Transfer to Akagera National Park After breakfast around 9h:00 Am, our English /French speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel or elsewhere in Kigali, short briefing and drive to eastern part of Rwanda, to Park.

Encounter the critically endangered mountain gorilla in one of their last remaining natural habitats, on a 3-day safari from Kigali. Explore Volcanoes National Park’s diverse landscape, lodge overnight in a nearby guest house, and gain insight into the protected species from your local guide as you enjoy the opportunity to observe them up close. Avoid hidden costs with accommodation, meals, and entrance fees included as per itinerary.