Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safaris

Here we suggest you meander the streets, visit the colourful markets, and, if time allows, have a leisurely lunch at the Hôtel Mille Collines. The Republic of Rwanda is an amazing country that has thousands of beautiful lakes to captivate tourists. In our journey to Rwanda have seen some of the most beautiful and wildlife places that I would love to share. Every booking made with us here at African Jungle Adventures is with a real person. We live and breathe our trips so that authenticity and attention to detail is second-to-none, just like your travel experiences should be. During your VIP Gorilla Trekking experience in Rwanda, we recommend that you hire porters to assist with carrying extra bags or in the event of any pushes and pulls during the gorilla trek.
You will arrive in Kigali a bit early, have lunch at Hotel Rwanda and after proceed to the airport to catch up with your onward flight to mark the end of your 5 Days Luxury Gorilla Tour in Rwanda. In Congo, you can explore the Mountain Gorillas in Virunga National Gorilla Trekking Park while the Eastern Lowland species are in Kahuzi Biega National Park. These huge primates living in the place of a thousand hills will captivate every thrill of your being as you watch them go about their day when they feed, play with each other, and relax.

Our luxury tour consultants hit the road to scout Rwanda’s top tourist spots to visit. We use our local knowledge and on-the-ground expertise to craft custom itineraries, which may be tailored for people or groups of any size or all ages. Return to your luxury lodge to unwind in your suite nestled in the treetops, dine on authentic local flavours and sample delicious Rwandan coffee. Learn even more about gorillas at the Dian Fossey Fund’s new Ellen Degeneres campus, close to the resort.

Take flight on ultra luxury private jet safari tours limited to 48 guests on A&K’s privately charted Boeing 757, experiencing first-class seats, privileged access and invitation-only access in exotic locales around the world. And again, never allow your operator to run your luxury safari in a safari van. I have traveled within East Africa for so many years and i confirm my experience with gorillas ranks among my best. Additionally, up-market travelers have plenty of accommodation options to choose for their overnight stay.

But also, they gave got some of the best accommodation facilities which will cost visitors some a mount of money. Visit Congo and have one of the best adventurous safaris of your life time. There are various factors that can make gorilla trekking safari a luxury adventure that most clients would love to enjoy. East Africa’s wilderness is largely  untouched, and sweeping savannas dominate massive slices of the region’s pristine wilderness.

Here, you’ll have an authentic safari experience, roughing it in the untamed  Rwandan landscape while sleeping in authentic canvas tents, searching for the Big 5 on game drives and boating on the tranquil waters of Lake Ihema. From exciting moments, like night drives and water-based safaris, to simpler ones like an afternoon nap in a hammock on the deck suspended over the lake, Ruzizi guarantees an unforgettable experience. Also forget the King Kong, the mountain gorillas are so peaceful just like humans, they have got their limits.

After going through 1-6 hours of searching for the mountain gorillas, you will have one hour to watch and photograph the giant apes, as they go about their daily routines. These range from playing, resting, foraging, copulating to nursing their babies. There are many experiences that claim to be “once in a lifetime”, but for this Advisor, gorilla trekking has topped my list – and has left such an impression that it might not be once after all. Rwanda’s history dances with charm and intrigue, unraveling tales from the heart of Africa.

Thanks to its high elevation, it experiences lower temperatures than one would expect for an  equatorial country. Kigali's daily temperatures range from 12°C to 27°C, with very little variation throughout the year. The mountainous north-west, where Bisate is situated, is generally cooler than the lower-lying east. Kigali's daily temperatures range from 12°C to 27 °C, with very little variation throughout the year.

By road, a fully serviced rental car is essential for your connectivity to enjoy Luxury Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi or Mgahinga National Park. The road distance from Kampala to Bwindi or Mgahinga is estimated to take up to 8-9 hours’ drive. Other essential options exist starting from Queen Elizabeth National Park which is approximately 3-4 hours. En-route to Bwindi for your Luxury Gorilla Trek, expect great Tree climbing lions sightings at Ishasha area of Queen Elizabeth N/P.

During our October visit, we saw many babies following the mating season between March and May. These lovable creatures are often found lower down the slopes feasting on bamboo, so the trek to find them is less challenging. Set on the scenic border of Rwanda’s renowned Nyungwe National Park, you’ll feel fully immersed in nature at the beautiful One&Only Nyungwe House. The surrounding landscape is blessed with a picturesque tea plantation and an ancient rainforest, home to some of Rwanda’s most fascinating wildlife. Get a feel of local life by taking part in this positive initiative and don’t miss cultural experiences at Inema Arts Gallery, housing works by a collective of Rwandan creative artists.

Some of the benefits you enjoy from an upmarket tour include using chartered and scheduled flights or 4x4 safari land cruisers for transportation and staying in upmarket safari lodges. Rwanda is well-known for its gorilla trekking experiences, allowing close encounters with endangered mountain gorillas, golden monkeys and other primates. Traversing rainforests in search of gorillas is just the tip of the iceberg of all the unforgettable experiences on offer. A visit to the Land of a Thousand Hills will also have you spotting the Big 5, hiking up ancient dormant volcanoes and spending time at the “beach”.

Everything at The Retreat is exclusive and luxurious, from the private fitness classes in the state-of-the-art-gym to the farm-to-table gourmet cuisines at Fusion Restaurant and the personal butler who takes care of your every request throughout your stay. Guests can experience a slice of Rwandan life with cultural interactions like weaving peace baskets with local women and participating in farming activities. With these seven gorilla families and there are only 8 visitors that are allowed to visit a group per day.