What To Do In 7 Day Rwanda Safari

Rwanda safaris are unique with chances of finding some of the endangered species in the world the mountain gorillas with currently a population of 1062 left in the world. You can chose to do gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe forest leads you to a pristine rain forest in southwestern part of Rwanda with its lush green cover. Request A Quotation

Cultural experience in Rwanda is unbelievably rich ranging from warm friendly locals who extend a warm welcome to strangers, the rich language, cultural performances, cultural gatherings, cultural museums and more. A multitude of Rwanda draft shops with some of the locally made items including ceramics, sculptures, beautiful bead work and more

Kigali city tour in Rwanda immerses you into the business center of Rwanda which is the heart beat of the country. If you wish to taste Rwanda flavors, a visit to the café shops in the country is an opportunity to enjoy locally the grown and brewed Rwandese coffee with its strong and sweet aromas.

View Nyungwe Forest’s stunning features from a more elevated point which on a canopy walk. The 120 meters long and 70 meters high suspension bridge over Nyungwe forest offers some of the best views with green cover that gorgeously shades the slopes, deep in the valleys and more.

A game drive through Akagera national Park is an opportunity to search for the big five including Rhinos, elephants, leopards, lions, waterbucks, bush bucks, zebras, giraffes, warthogs, Uganda Kobs and more.

Golden monkey trekking in volcanoes National Park gives you more time with some more endangered primates in the world with over 4000 of them living at the moment. Golden monkeys are charming to be around and even though they are habituated, they still posses their natural traits that keep you on your toes.

Rwanda birding is never a disappointment as the country so far has over 700 bird species recorded and living in various destinations in the country. Some of the bird species in Rwanda include Handsome Francolin, Shelley’s Crimsonwing, Rwenzori Turaco and more.

Highlights of 7 Day Rwanda Safari

 Day 1 Drive to Nyungwe National Park

Day 2 Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe forest

Day 3 Transfer to Volcanoes National Parl

Day 4 Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Day 5 Golden monkey trekking and Transfer to Akagera National park

Day 6 Game Drive in Akagera National Park

Day 7 Departure

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What Are The Requirements For Rwanda Safari

For gorilla and chimpanzee trekking in Rwanda, the major requirements are booking permits because their supply id restricted yet demand is over the top especially in the peak season.

Obtain a Rwanda visa in advance in case it is one of the travel documents you must posses before travelling into Rwanda. On arrival, you can get apply for a Rwanda Visa at the border point or immigration but the que is normally long.

Pack the right Rwanda safari gears especially when you choose to visit destinations where special attire is required that is gorilla trekking gears and chimpanzee trekking gears. You must not forget safari boots, water proof gears, garden gloves and more.

Book Rwanda safari accommodations within or closer to the safari destination to enable you start get to these adventures early. At times the roads leading to these Rwanda safari destinations are messy delaying the time you have to get to these adventures.

Abide by the conservation rules at the Rwanda safari destination to avoid getting into trouble with the law. Even though gorilla trekking or chimpanzee trekking or golden monkey trekking safaris are some of the highlight safari activities in Rwanda conservation takes precedence.

Good health especially if you are to do Rwanda gorilla trekking, golden monkey trekking or chimpanzee trekking. This is because these primates are highly susceptible to human communicable infections like covid-19, cough, flu and more that may end in the massive death of these primates. Volunteer to stay behind in case you confirm having acquired these communicable infections.

Reserve transport to use when getting to Rwanda safari destination in advance to avoid inconveniences when on ground. Road transport is the main means to get around Rwanda but air transport is another alternative. Choosing a 4×4 wheel drive vehicle in good condition is recommended because the roads get messy at times.

What is the cost of 7 Day Rwanda Safari

The cost of the 7day Rwanda safari is about $1970 and more per person sharing. The cost of the Rwanda safari is influenced by other factors including activities to engage in, number of people travelling with, safari category you choose and more.  

Consider the cost of necessary Rwanda conservation fees especially if you choose safari destinations where it is a must payment.

The cost of accommodation and transport means to use to get to these Rwanda safari destinations must be considered.

When travelling as a group or join a Rwanda safari group, you are able to do cost sharing so in case you have a limited budget, you can take advantage of this.  

At Arch safaris And Tours, we can work with you to tailor an itinerary within your budget. Our experienced team of Safari consultants is ready to work towards making your Rwanda safari a dream come true experience.

When Is the Best Time To Do Rwanda Safari

Most Rwanda safaris are best done in the dry season since majority are outdoor activities. The dry season which is normally June to September and December to January is characterized with dry weather conditions. The environment in the Rwanda rain forests which are normally moist is drier allowing quicker movement in search for these primates.

Akagera National Park the only game park in Rwanda has lower grass allowing better visibility of resident wild animals. More tourists are expected to visit Rwanda in the dry season as this serves as the peak tourism season in the country too. Demand for Rwanda gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking permits is over the top in this season necessitating advance booking.

The wet season which is normally March, April, May and November is also open for Rwanda safari bookings because the country is not affected by extreme weather conditions. Most Rwanda safari activities are open in the wet season too with big chances of taking solo safari experience since fewer tourists are expected on ground.

How Sure Can I Be To Find The Mountain Gorillas And Chimpanzees In Rwanda

Finding the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in the jungles of Rwanda is a sure deal all year. The wild mountain gorilla ad chimpanzee troops are first habituated by researchers for a period until proved ready for public visits. The habituation process for mountain gorillas and chimpanzees doesn’t take away their natural traits but helps then withstand human for at least one hour.

Gorillas and chimpanzees live in a group that cannot just move but stage their time in a particular feeding location until food becomes insufficient. Finally, the family of mountain gorillas and chimpanzee community under their top leadership may relocate in search for new feeding grounds. These primates do not move far from their previous locations that is why you can trace them

The size of the mountain gorillas which is about 120 kilograms for adult male gorillas and the females about half and chimpanzees too have bulky bodies that do not allow them to move fast.

Ranger guides who accompany you to take the gorilla and chimpanzee trekking experience in Rwanda has prior knowledge about these primates including the communication techniques they use and more. The gorillas and chimpanzees can also be traced using some evidence they leave behind including foot prints, leftover foliage, fresh dung and more

Each day a team of early trackers searches for the way abouts of the mountain gorillas or chimpanzees as these clues are used by the ranger guides to trace them.

There are 99% chances of seeing the Rwanda Mountain Gorillas and Chimpanzees in their naturel setting however you must abide by the guidelines of gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking.

Is Rwanda A safe Safari Destination

Rwanda is a safe safari destination even with most of its activities happening the dense jungle. On ground, Rwanda has the trained Ranger guides under the Rwanda Development board that trains them to tactfully perform conservation duties and offer customer care to tourists.

Every out door Rwanda safari activity in major Rwanda tourism destinations must be conducted by a trained ranger guide and strict conservation guidelines must be followed with possible penalties accorded in case of violating them.

As a tourist on Rwanda Safari, you are advised to mind your safety because security starts with you. Do not try teasing or provoking the wild animals in the jungle because they can charge no matter how calm they may appear to be.

It is best to use a 4×4 wheel drive vehicle to get to the Rwanda safari destinations because of the nature of the terrain generally in this country.

Abide by the Rwanda laws including no careless dumping garbage or engaging in unlawful drug deals and more because you may end in the prisons or pay a hefty penalty.

Take some antimalarials before travelling to Rwanda because this is a tropical country where mosquitoes are present. Carry a first aid kit too with emergency treatment where necessary.

When in the town centers in Rwanda, keep your precious valuable out of public eyes to prevent attracting the wrong crowds.

What To Expect During 7 Day Rwanda Safari

The 7 days Rwanda safari gets you to experience a week of adventures in Rwanda.

The Rwandese people are very friendly and welcoming to strangers so get ready to see strangers smiling back at you. Do not be shocked to see children you pass by waving at you as in African being friendly to strangers is taught from childhood.

Language barrier is expected in Rwanda because the country is currently having a transformation from French speaking to English speaking. The locals also speak Kinyarwanda mainly so you need an interpreter to communicate especially if you are to engage in any community service during Rwanda safari.

No careless garbage dumping in Rwanda because this is forbidden and punishable by law.

Do not expect a smooth ride while getting around to a number of Rwanda safari destinations. Most of the roads in Rwanda were curved on different highland slopes and are winding yet overlooked by high escarpments.

Most of the Rwanda local restaurant serve local food with a few that can prepare continental dishes. In case you wish to dine outside, you may need to request for help from your driver guide on where you can enjoy this meal during Rwanda safari.

For gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking and golden monkey trekking adventures in Rwanda, expect to attend briefing at the ranger station which is compulsory. Missing briefing for any of these Rwanda safari activities may ending in getting disqualified.

Do not expect to see high numbers of wild animals in the Akagera national Park during game drive on Rwanda safari. The Akagera National Park is just revamping its wild animal population after many were driven out by the past civil wars in Rwanda. The Rwanda development Board and Africans Parks a nonprofit making organization are working hand in hand to restore Akagera national Park and so progress is great.

What Currency To Use During Rwanda Safari

Rwandese Franks is the local currency used in Rwanda and you can exchange foreign currency into local currency from any bank or forex bureau. For local transactions, the locals prefer using hard cash in local currency.

Foreign currencies allowed in Rwanda include US dollars, U.K pounds, Yen and more.

Credit cards are not a common means of exchange used in Rwanda because of the lengthy process of collecting money from them.

Why Choose To Do Rwanda Safari

When you make a choice to do Rwanda safari, you get to destinations which are getting rare to find in the world especially eco friendly destinations. Most Rwanda Safari destinations are situated in forested areas where nature is untamed.

By purchasing gorilla, chimpanzee or golden monkey permits that allow you to be in the original destinations where these primates live other than the zoos or exhibits. Searching for these Rwanda primates gives you a raw safari experience.

The money collected from after participating in Rwanda safari activities is used to support the conservation of wildlife in the country. If you are tired of crowded safari destinations, Rwanda is the ideal destination with restriction on the number of participants in certain tour activities including gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, golden monkey trekking and more. Book Now