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Volcanoes National Park is a national park in north-western Rwanda that was established in 1925, and is one of the best places for Rwanda safari holidays. The park is home to the critically endangered mountain gorilla, as well as the common chimpanzee and golden monkey. It is also one of the few places in Africa where the rare and elusive African golden cat can be found. The park is situated in the Virunga Mountains, a chain of volcanoes that runs through the countries of Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The park is located in an area of highland forest that is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, and leopards.
Akagera National Park is a national park in Rwanda. The park was created in 1934 and covers an area of 1,200 square kilometres. It is home to a variety of animals including lions, elephants, giraffes, and hippos, in addition to spotted hyenas, zebras, roan, topi and more. The park is also home to almost 500 bird species. The park is located in the eastern part of Rwanda and borders Tanzania. It is the only national park in Rwanda that offers safari game drives. The park is also home to a lodge, campsites, and a conference center.
You can also enjoy a Rwanda luxury safari at the Gishwati – Mukura National Park. It was created in 2015 from the merger of the Gishwati Forest Reserve and the Mukura National Park. The park is located in the north-western part of the country, in the Rwandan districts of Rubavu and Musanze. The park covers an area of 200 square kilometres and is home to a variety of wildlife, including chimpanzees, elephants, lions, and leopards. It is also home to the critically endangered Rwanda Red Fronted Gazelle.
Nyungwe Forest National Park is located in Rwanda. The park was established in 2004 and is located in the Albertine Rift, a region of Africa that is home to a variety of endangered species. The park is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including chimpanzees, monkeys, and over 300 species of birds. Nyungwe Forest National Park is a popular tourist destination for its scenic beauty and wildlife. Some of the most common wildlife species here include chimpanzees, primates like the Ruwenzori colobus monkey, chimpanzee, owl faced monkey and grey cheeked mangabey, etc. You can also find the Rwenzori Turaco, the black-fronted duiker antelope, leopards, servals, and porcupines here.
The City of Kigali is another offbeat destination for Rwanda safari holidays. Kigali is a beautiful and welcoming city that is perfect for a safari adventure. The climate is perfect for safari-goers, as it is neither too hot nor too cold and there is plenty of wildlife to see. The city is home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and many other animals, making it a perfect destination for those who love to see wildlife in its natural habitat.
The months of January and February are some of the best times to avail Rwanda safari packages. These months remain pleasant during the days and cooler in the evenings, and have ample sunshine which makes it great to explore the treks in the forests. March marks the onset of the rainy season here, with wet weathers, and slippery treks. The condition remains the same during April, and makes hiking and trekking relatively tough during this time.
By mid-May, the rains begin to lower down, making it a good time to enjoy Rwanda safari holidays without the tourist crowds. You can also enjoy birdwatching during this month. Between June and July, Rwanda experiences the dry season, with light clouds in the sky and the weather being perfect to enjoy gorilla trekking and primate tracking in the forests. You can also enjoy the annual Kwita Izina Ceremony in June here, wherein all the baby gorillas born over the past one year are given their names.
The months of August and September are the peak dry season in Rwanda, and also the best time to plan a holiday here. The climates remain pleasant and comfortable to enjoy gorilla trekking during these months. With the dry season, you can also witness many other larger mammals like lions, elephants and giraffes gathering at the lakes to quench their thirst. The month of October marks the onset of the short rainy season here.
The last two months of the year make up the peak rainy season in Rwanda, and are characterized by short and torrential bursts of rain showers and thunderstorms, with clear blue skies on some days. These months typically make the low season for safari here, with low costs of gorilla trekking permits, hotels and other charges. You can also soak in the beauty of the lush rainforests during these months.