Trekking for primates is the highlight for travelers to Rwanda. Take the time to explore the many mountains, forest, waterfalls, and lakes. Volcanoes National Park, located on the northwestern border, is the most popular destination for mountain gorillas. The late Dian Fossey spent 20 years researching these gentle giants and laying the foundation for their conservation. Spotting the mountain gorillas will truly leave you wanting more time to observe them playing, feeding and resting in their groups after trekking for them over the slopes and through the mist of the Virunga Mountains. It is important to plan your gorilla trek in advance due to permit procedures, especially during the peak season.

Visit the rainforests of Nyungwe Forest National Park at the southern border of Rwanda to encounter chimpanzees and other primates like the colobus monkeys. Its ecosystem is diverse and you will find an abundance of wonderful bird and plant species.

The wildlife populations of the Akagera National Park in the east had suffered during the troubling times in Rwandan history. Their numbers are strongly recovering making wildlife safari a possible add on to your stay. You may encounter lion, leopard, zebras, buffalo, hippos, and impalas, to name a few.

Being in the land of Maasai Mara, you will come across the ethnic Maasai tribe and experience their traditional lifestyle. From game drives to bush meals and sundowners, this wildlife safari has everything exclusive for you.

Lake Kivu is a 2,650 sq kms (1,024 sq miles) extraordinarily beautiful inland sea enclosed by steep, green terraced hills along eastern Rwanda. Three resort towns of Gisenyi, Kibuye and Cyangugu are located along its shores and worth a stop for boating, kayaking, hiking or simply to relax and unwind.