Top Eco Adventures On Rwanda Tour And Safaris

Top Eco Adventures On Rwanda Tour And Safaris , Rwanda Oftenly referred to as the land of a thousand hills is a land of breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, but an incredible land in sustainable tourism. With its high commitment to conservation, environmental protection and community empowerment. Rwanda is a top premier destination for travelers seeking for eco adventures and nature lovers. From trekking its endangered mountain great apes to the serene shores of Lake Kivu.

Rwanda offers a unique blend of biodiversity, conservation success stories, and immersive nature experiences.

Rwanda still stands out among the African countries to among the best area for eco adventure safaris. In this article we are going to discuss more about the top eco adventures on Rwanda tours and safaris such as.

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Trekking gorillas in volcanoes national park is one of the main activities on any safari while in Rwanda. Gorilla trekking allows you to have a unique chance to observe the mountain gorillas face to face in their natural habitat.

Gorilla trekking is one of those activities that aim at sustainable environment development and a perfect way of giving back to the local communities. The cost of a gorilla permit costs $ 1500 for foreign non residents. On the permit fees, there is a large portion that mainly goes on to the gorilla conservation efforts and empowerment to the surrounding communities.

RDB regulates visitor numbers to do gorilla trekking on each day, this is done to cub down human impact on nature as well as enhancing eco tourism.

Canopy Walks In Nyungwe Forest

One of Rwanda’s most unique eco adventures to try out is the canopy walk in Nyungwe national park. Stretching 160 meters and suspended 70 meters above the forest floor, this suspension bridge provides stunning views of one of Africa’s oldest rainforests and scenic views of the surrounding.

Nyungwe is home to over 300 bird species and 13 types of primates, making the canopy walk a nature lover’s paradise.

A canopy walk is an ideal fusion of adventure and sustainability because it not only provides breathtaking scenery but also aids in community development and conservation initiatives.

Golden Monkey Trekking

Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park is a vibrant and rewarding eco-adventure to add on your Rwanda tours and safaris. Golden monkeys are famously known for their bright golden-orange fur and playful nature thus easy spotting compared to the gorillas.

Golden monkey trekking takes you through bamboo forests at the park’s base, to see troops of golden monkeys leaping between trees and foraging on the forest floor.

Unlike gorilla trekking, golden monkey encounters are often more active and light-hearted, offering excellent photography opportunities. Permits are affordable, and the experience directly supports local conservation and community initiatives.

Some portion of the permit fees goes direct to the local communities. Trekking to see these rare monkeys provides not only close wildlife encounters but also contributes to preserving one of Rwanda’s most biodiverse habitats.

Visiting Ibyiwachu Cultural Village

One of the magical eco adventure activities to take part while in Rwanda is visiting the Ibyiwachu cultural village. This gorilla guardian village is located near volcanoes national park and is a suitable place for learning more about the Rwandan culture.  This cultural village is a community -run project gives tourists an opportunity to learn about Rwandan customs, history, and everyday life through storytelling, drumming, traditional dance, and interactive activities like spear throwing and banana beer production.

In addition to sharing their heritage, former poachers and locals now act as cultural ambassadors, encouraging conservation and environmentally conscious travel.

A visit at the gorilla guardian village broadens your knowledge about the Rwandan culture, hence directly promoting wildlife conservation and community development.

Today Ibyiwachu serves as a great example of how tourism can preserve cultural identity and transform lives, making it an essential stop for travellers seeking responsible and immersive eco-adventures in Rwanda.

Game Drives in Akagera National Park

Gamedrives are one of the best eco adventures to encounter with while in Rwanda. Akagera National Park is Rwanda’s premier destination for game drives and boat cruises. The park is a home to the big 5 safaris thus offering a perfect classic safari experience. Some of the animals to see while on the game drives include lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes and many more.

A big appreciation to the conservation efforts, Akagera has managed to be one of the leading places for wildlife viewing ever since lions and rhinos were re introduced after extinction. Today Akagera national park grants only memorable and sustainable ways of connecting with Rwanda’s wildlife.

Zipining in Nyungwe National Park

Ziplining is among the ideal activities to carry out in Rwanda especially for eco adventure lovers.  The activity strongly focuses on sustainability and community involvement thus being ranked as one of eco adventure activities to do in Nyungwe.

Unlike the canopy walk, ziplining gives you a fast-thrilling ride above the misty valleys, lush vegetations and the trees in one of the old rain forests of Africa. Expect to spot some monkey species, bird species, butterflies and many more.

Hiking the Congo Nile Trail

Seeking for a breathtaking activity to do while on your Rwandan adventure is hiking the Congo Nile trail.  The Congo Nile trail stretches approximately 227 km along the shores of Lake Kivu.

There are various options of exploring this Congo Nile trail such as biking, hiking at some extent kayaking it. While on your hiking adventure expect to enjoy the true experience forinstance interactions with the local communities, eating farm to table meals, homestays thus supporting eco tourism.

You have the opportunity to learn more about various ways of the local people and how they go about their daily activities.

Coffee and Tea Planation Tours

The land of a thousand hills is famously known for its iconic mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, immersive boat cruises, however its one of the top eco tourism destinations due to its vast coffee and tea farmlands.

Coffee or tea tours in Rwanda’s are one of the few activities that enable offer the true experience of a rich eco cultural experience. These tours allow visitors to learn about the in-depth knowledge of these plants. From picking these ripe cherries, to the washing stations and then to drinking freshly brewed Rwandan coffee tea.  coffee and tea tours are mainly carried out from Nyungwe, lake Kivu, Gisovu and then the Gisakura regions.

Explore Lake Kivu

Exploring one of Rwanda’s best destinations where peace and adventure are a must on a Rwandan safari, Lake Kivu. The lake is one of Africas greatest lakes but a perfect place for relaxation. Some of the activities to enjoy around lake Kivu include boat cruises, coffee tours, kayaking, paddle boarding, visiting islands, fishing, boat cruises and many more. Including lake Kivu in your itinerary, is one of the best decisions since it offers peace, calmness, relaxation as well as serenity.

Visiting Nyandungu Eco Park

Nyandungu eco park is situated just out side the heart of Rwanda’s capital city and is one of the premier destinations for eco tourism. The park was once a n isolated wetland in the past years but now it serves as great treasure to the Rwandan community.

Some of the activities to do are the nature walks, birding, cycling, and many more. Here you will be able to fully explore the park, spot various bird species, plant species and many more.

The park remains as must visit destination for any eco adventure seeker while on his/her adventure in Rwanda.

Explore Gishawati Mukuru National Park

Gishwati Mukura national park is a new gem with in Rwanda but a must visit especially to visitors seeking for a more eco based tourism experience.

The park is a home to chimpanzees, golden monkeys, over 230 bird species and many more attractions.  The activities to enjoy with in this park include golden monkey trekking, bird watching, nature walks, hiking and many more. Gishwati is one of the less crowded parks with in Rwanda hence giving you a more immersive experience.

Why Rwanda Ranks on Eco Tourism For Rwanda Safaris and Tours

The tourism sector of Rwanda has put up various strategies that have enhanced its country to grow in conservation efforts thus ranking among the countries leading that lead the world in Eco tourism.

Commitment to Conservation

One of Rwanda’s duty is conservation and protecting various endangered species that connect with nature.

Gorilla Conservation Success: Gorillas are one of the endangered species on planet earth and they can be seen with in Rwanda, Uganda and Congo.  Today Rwanda is a home to one-third of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas with in Volcanoes national park.

A big applause to the Rwandan government that managed to set up strict conservation policies, anti-poaching efforts, and community engagement thus increasing the number of the gorillas.

Please note that a gorilla permit in Rwanda costs $ 1500 and a certain portion is given back to the local community, funding schools, employment to porters, healthcare, and infrastructure, which strengthens conservation efforts.

High End Low Impact Tourism Model

Rwanda managed to set up various measures in order to ensure protection of nature forinstance Limits visitor numbers (especially for gorilla trekking permits), preserving natural habitat and many more. Some lodges have managed to sustain some local communities through cultural experiences they show case to tourists, various craft makings and many more.

Strong force on Sustainability

In terms of promoting sustainability, Rwanda ranks as top among the east African countries that promotes this law. Various measures have been put up for example eco lodges have managed to cope up with eco-friendly standards, for example using solar power, waste recycling, and local materials.

Rwanda also managed to stop the use of polythene and plastic bags way back, a big appreciation to the Rwandan government. There is also a monthly clean up project known as Umuganda where every citizen is supposed to take part. This grants a smooth place for eco adventure lovers.

Community Involvement & Empowerment

The tourism sector in Rwanda ensures that local communities enjoy a certain portion from its tourist attractions. There are some community local based projects such as the Ibyiwachu cultural village. Here tourists visit mainly to learn about the Rwandan culture, it can be through music, story telling and many more.

Political Stability And Safety

Rwanda is among the politically stable countries in Africa thus increasing its rise of its visitor numbers. The country’s capital city (kigali) is one of the safest and cleanest countries in Africa thus offering a secure environment for tourists.

The country security is top notch thus offering conducive environment to any one visiting it.

Innovation Tourism Policies

The Rwanda development bank (RDB) has managed to come up with innovative strategies on how tourism is key with in their country.  It has managed to work closely with conservation NGOs such as Dianna fossey fund and African parks in order to align tourism with sustainability and long-term ecological health.

What Is the Best Time to Go for Rwanda Tour and Safaris

Rwandan tours and safaris can be done at any time of the year. However please note there is a perfect and more ideal time for carrying out this activity and its generally during the dry season.

The dry season runs from (June to August). This is the best time for carrying out Rwanda safaris & tours since there is little or no rains thus less mud in the park, which eases navigation with in the parks. Further more during the dry season the sky is very clear for easy viewing of the wildlife species.

On the other hand, safaris in Rwanda can still be done with in the rainy season. The rainy season also provides its own experience.  The season covers (March to April). This is the perfect season for people to visit especially those who hate over crowding and also budget travellers since some lodges tend to provide discounts in order to attract clients.

NOTE

Rwandan tours and safaris are completely all-year-round safaris, however depending one’s interest and concerns, you are free to select an appropriate season for visting the park that aligns with you.

How to Get To Rwanda for your Safaris Or Tour

Wondering on how to get to Rwanda, this is one of the smooth and easiest ways. Rwanda has got connected flights and reliable ground transport. The primary entry point is Kigali International Airport, which receives visitors from all various parts of the country such as Europe and other places.

For a smooth travel, a number of airlines offer direct and connecting flights to Rwanda. When in Rwanda, tourists can take advantage of well-maintained roads that link to popular safari locations including volcanoes, Nyungwe, Akagera National Parks, lake kivu and Gishwati mukura national park.

Booking with a trusted tour operator greatly enhances your travel experiences. This is because they package as well as plan perfectly for you itinerary and have vast knowledge of the area. Whether traveling for game drives, cultural immersion, or gorilla trekking, Rwanda tours and safaris provide smooth logisticals for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Where to stay While in Rwanda While on  your Safari?

Rwanda has got a variety of options from luxury, midrange and budget options to suit each travellers interest. Some of the lodges to check out include

Luxury lodges

Singita Kwitonda Lodge, Bisate Lodge, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Virunga Lodge, Magashi Camp, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Kivu marina bay, Kigali serena hotel, Mantis Akagera game lodge and many more.

Midrange lodges

Ingagi park view lodge, Milli collin hotel, Davinci lodge, Gorilla volcanoes hotel, Sambora Kinigi lodge, Nyungwe top hill view hotel, Amikus hotel, Moriah hill resort, and many more.

Budget accommodations

Chimpanzee lodge, Classic lodge, Five to five hotel, Gloria hostel, Paradis Malahide resort and many more.

Why book Gorilla Expeditions for Your Rwanda tours & safaris

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