Rwanda Self Drive Holidays-Overland Road trips in Africa
Rwanda is a land of rolling hills and volcanic peaks , fertile lush landscapes and thick leaved green forests. The Virunga Mountains , whispers of mist and of giant , gentle primates whose footsteps and memories have become consolidated with the soil. Appropriately called the land of a thousand hills . Rwanda takes you on a mesmerizing journey into the wild and beautiful of the mystical Unknown.
Experience an intimate encounter with one of mankind’s closest relative , the Mountain gorillas in their stunning natural habitat inside volcanoes national park while on an overland adventure in Rwanda with 4wd Africa the leading Safari operator for road trips within the region.
Never miss to explore Nyungwe forest national park which is Africa’s largest protected rain forest sharing the border with kibira national park Burundi and embark on an enchanting journey into the wild environment that hosts 13 species of primates in Rwanda to enjoy the affordable gorilla permit on promo code 2025 as offered by RDB .
Travel to Rwanda as an overland to explore the 4 national Parks on Self drive experience in Rwanda.
Gorilla Trekking Experiences in Rwanda
Gorilla Trekking in the country’s volcanoes national park is undoubtedly Rwanda ‘s primary tourist attraction and this is largely due to the pioneering work of Dian fossey , who passionately dedicated her life to the protection of these magnificent gentle giants.
The Iconic Movie Gorillas in the mist captured the hearts of many people worldwide, helped set Rwanda’s mountain gorillas firmly on the Map.
The Volcanoes National Park was created in Africa and is most famous for gorilla trekking where by its ranked as the best place to see the Mountain gorillas on Luxury experiences . Overland that are planning to trek the Mountain gorillas on Rwanda road trip are advised to check on the promotion that is being run by Rwanda development board which is granted to trekkers visiting Nyungwe and Volcanoes on the same trip. Claim the Affordable Gorilla Permit now for 2025.
In Rwanda one should be prepared for a fairly strenuous hike 2 to 3 hours each way , although at times they can take a little as 1 hour or long to 6 hours.
Since 2019, 4wd Africa has been running overland Safaris to Rwanda to see the gorillas in the wild in a reliable off road adventure jeep for unique experience.
Book a self drive holiday to Rwanda with 4wd Africa that will handle the accommodations , park entrances and park guides for your vacation
Self Drive Vacations in Rwanda
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Chimpanzee Tracking in Rwanda
Chimpanzee trekking has gained increased popularity since more and more visitors have seen them on a day trek, especially when the park’s trees are in full bloom during the summer which makes it easier for well trained guides to locate them.
Chimpanzee tracking tours are conducted all year round and participants from the age of 14 are allowed to trek the chimpanzees in the wild Nyungwe forest National Park upon payment of the chimpanzee permit and park entrance fee as charged by African parks.
The Nyungwe forest is one of the most biologically diverse high altitude rain forests in Africa that is bordering with kibira National park that also hosts 13 primate species. Nyungwe forest is located on a lower altitude and thus less rainy than Volcanoes National Park.
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Primate Trekking National Parks
Giswati Mukura National Park
This is the newly established national park in Rwanda along the volcanoes, forests this place is also known as the land of a thousand hills and its one of the top tourist destinations in the country.
Nyungwe Forest National Park
The Nyungwe forest has a wide diversity of animal species making it a priority for conservation in Africa, the post popular being the 13 different species of Primates including chimpanzees.
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes national park, the most popular in Rwanda shares the border with Virunga National Park , Mgahinga National Park all offer gorilla trekking Safaris & Golden Monkey trekking experiences.
Big Five Watching Experiences
Rwanda is a truly remarkable country as it enjoys all year around comfortable , mild climate that is good for wildlife watching in Africa. Rwanda is wildlife experience offers most diverse experiences ranging from wildlife to thrilling adventures sports like fishing and boat cruise in akagera national park.
The Akagera National Park is Rwanda’s largest national park and its a home to predators such as lions , Leopard, serval, hyena and Jackal as well as rhinos, zebras, antelope and more than 400 species of birds.
The Best time to visit Rwanda’s wildlife is the dry season of June to October. If your an overland road trip planning long trip in Africa then considering adding Rwanda on your travel calendar for the best wildlife experience without missing to see the Big elephants when your at your camp.
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Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes - $1500
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chimpanzee tracking - From $90
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Wildlife Watching in Akagera $50
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Dian Fossey hike - from $70
