R W A N D A

Our award-winning Rwandan properties offer unforgettable gorilla encounters and classic East African Big Five safaris. With more than 40 years’ experience pioneering conservation tourism across Africa, Wilderness is proud to be recognised as the continent’s leading luxury safari company. 

W I L D E R N E S S

Private 

Sustainable

Diverse

Award Winning

Wilderness’ private reserves are situated in some of Africa’s best game regions

40 years of pioneering conservation tourism with 60+ camps in 8 African countries

Our private reserves offer diverse safari experiences on land, on water and in the air

 64 awards and accolades from premier international publications since 2020

B E S T   O F  R W A N D A

Rwanda is revered as the home of the best mountain gorilla viewing on Earth, while our properties at Volcanoes National Park are globally recognised as sublime bases for primate trekking. Add to this our sought-after safari experiences in Akagera National Park, and the chimpanzees of Gishwati and Nyungwe forests, to see how our Rwandan portfolio delivers unquestionably the best one-stop East African safari in the region.  

Raw and exhilarating. Nothing prepares you for the moment you first encounter a mountain gorilla in the wild. One of the very best wildlife encounters on Earth.

Vast and undiscovered. Scenic Akagera is delightfully unexplored, yet its hills and lakes are home to dense concentrations of plains game, big cats and astonishing rare birds.

Rich and thrilling. Nyungwe, famous for its chimpanzee viewing, is rich in biodiversity and home to one of the oldest rainforests in Africa.

E X P E R I E N C E S

Gorilla trekking - Spend an hour with wild mountain gorillas

Golden monkey trekking - Observe these colourful primates

Dian Fossey Karisoke hike - Beautiful trail up to the burial site

Crater hike - Trek to a famous volcanic lake

Nature trails - Marvel at the beauty and diversity around you

Game drives - Get closer to thrilling wildlife interactions 

Boat safari - View wildlife from the water on a serene boat safari

Birding - Look for the dazzling Albertine Rift specials 

 B E S T  I N  C L A S S

T A I L O R  M A D E

Our Wilderness Travel Designers have all lived and worked in our destinations. We have a highly experienced team of professional safari guides, bush pilots and camp managers designing safaris for our guests. Their first-hand experience of Africa, of our camps and Africa as a whole, is core to the way we work at Wilderness. A phone conversation is always the best way to start designing a safari that's perfectly tailored to you.

T E S T I M O N I A L S

Don’t just take our word for it

Breathless

Fantastic base for Akagera safaris

Hard to describe in words the Bisate experience. The location, villa, views, food, etc. it’s truly magical and breathtaking. Bisate only has 6 villas and the service is truly on a level of its own. We had so many personal staff members that contributed to this experience but a quick shout-out to the incredible Chef Innocent (who became our personal chef to accommodate our diet restrictions), our superb food manager Benjamin (keep smiling and delighting!) and lastly the wonderful lodge Manager Tiffany. We will cherish this experience forever.

“Having had numerous memorable stays in Wilderness lodges in Botswana, Magashi was an obvious choice for our first trip to Rwanda. The camp is beautifully designed and in a stunning location along the shore of Lake Rwanyakazinga. The luxury cabins are spread out, very private, immaculately clean, and have everything you need. Even when we experienced some heavy rain one afternoon, they remained comfortable, and watching the lake change with the weather just made the trip all the more romantic. The common lounge, bar and dining areas are also beautiful, and well laid out to take advantage of the stunning view.”

David W

Margy M  |  Virginia, Canada

F A Q

How do I plan my journey?

Our travel designers are here to help you every step of the way. Fill out the enquiry flow with as much information you can and one of our experienced travel designers will get in touch with you to plan your perfect safari. And when we say, “every step of the way”, we mean it. From speaking to you about your dream trip to putting together journey options, planning the perfect circuit, schedule private road and air transfers, and even easing you through customs. We’re with you on the ground, at your side, 24-7, from start to finish.

All you need to know

Is it safe?

You can rest easy knowing that your Rwanda trekking and safari vacation is safe in our hands. Our industry-leading safety and logistics support, Wilderness24, gives you instant on-the-ground assistance for anything and everything that might arise. And our industry-leading guides have an uncommon ability for understanding wildlife, allowing for exceptional encounters where both you and the wild can coexist peacefully.

How many camps do you typically visit?

With our Rwandan camps strategically situated in prime gorilla trekking and safari areas, you’ll typically include two to four nights in each area, with a possible overnight at an excellent hotel in Kigali at the beginning or end of your trip. With the option of helicopter transfers transfers between camps, you’ll also get the unique opportunity to see Rwanda from above. Unique scenery, wildlife, and cultures are waiting to be revealed, and we at Wilderness can’t wait to share them with you.

Do you cater for different dietary requirements?

Yes, we cater for all dietary requirements at our camps, where delicious cuisine is a definitive highlight of your safari experience. Expect a range of healthy, delicious recipes that tread lightly on the Earth, designed to highlight indigenous ingredients sourced from the areas surrounding our camps, or grown directly in the gardens surrounding your accommodation.

What does a typical day on safari look like?

A typical day’s gorilla or golden monkey trekking starts early at Volcanoes National Park HQ, where your pre-booked permit is issued. This is also when you are allocated to a gorilla group for your trek. After your trek you’ll warm up by the fire back in your sublime forest villa, and consider rounding out the day with an inspiring village visit, or settle in for a massage in the privacy of your room. Get closer to Akagera’s wildlife on morning and afternoon game drives. Slow down and enjoy the finer details of our wild places on a boating safari and marvel at the things you’d miss when in a vehicle. Back in camp, relax by the pool, as you contemplate what cocktail to enjoy at sunset. The choice is all yours.

P L A N  Y O U R  J O U R N E Y

Ready to take the road less travelled? Get in touch with our Travel Designers to plan an unforgettable and life-changing journey. Thrilling wildlife sightings, beautiful landscapes and award-winning luxury safari camps await. Our industry-leading guides are passionate storytellers who look forward to sharing their love of Rwanda’s wild areas with you.

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