Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes N.P.
Embark on the highly sought-after permit-only trek into the bamboo forest of Volcanoes National Park to meet one of the habituated gorilla families.
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial
Pay respects and learn about the country’s recent, tragic past.
Track Chimpanzees in Nyungwe
Explore Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of the oldest rainforests in Africa, to track chimpanzees and walk the thrilling Canopy Walkway high above the forest floor.
Big Game Safari in Akagera
Take a safari drive in Akagera National Park, a successful conservation story, where the Big Five (including reintroduced lions and rhinos) can be spotted near the Tanzanian border.
Long Dry Season (Best for Trekking)
June – September
The driest period, making the forest trails less muddy and trekking easier, though rain is always possible in the mountains.
Short Dry Season
Mid-December – Mid-February
A shorter dry period; popular for travel, but can be warmer than the mid-year dry season.)
An annual professional cycling race that takes place across the country's famed "thousand hills," drawing international teams and huge local crowds.
June – September
The driest period, making the forest trails less muddy and trekking easier, though rain is always possible in the mountains.
