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Rwanda

"It was wildest, untouched Africa, and it was magic."

- Jane Goodall

Best time to visit Rwanda

Dry season (Jun-Sep and Dec-Feb) is best for gorilla trekking, hiking, safaris and outdoor activities.

Rwanda highlights

A private gorilla or chimpanzee trekking experience with an expert guide gives you exclusive access to these elusive primates.

Flight time

24+ hours to the capital, Kigali, departing Sydney.

Currency

Rwanda’s official currency is the Rwandan franc, although US dollars are widely accepted.

Visa required?

Yes, Australian passport holders need a visa for Rwanda, which can be obtained on arrival at the airport for stays up to 30 days.

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Pictured is Nyabarongo River, Rwanda.Mountain Gorillas spotted on a luxury travel gorilla trek in Rwanda.

One of Africa’s smallest countries, Rwanda is a compact jewel where the soul of the continent shines through in its profound stillness and rolling emerald slopes. Known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills”, and for good reason, its bamboo forests are a sanctuary for endangered silverback gorillas.

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Bird spotting during a luxury travel holiday in Nyungwe National Park RwandaLuxury travel Virunga Mountain, Rwanda

Tracking these regal creatures in Volcanoes National Park is an experience our advisors often arrange for our luxury travelling clients. As you push through the dense foliage, you’ll get to witness the gentle power of these gorillas in their natural habitat. Afterward, retreat to a lavish lodge tucked beneath the forest canopy.

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Chimpanzees spotted on a luxury travel holiday to Rwanda. Picture of Butare, located in the south of Rwanda.

Out west, Lake Kivu shimmers beside sleepy fishing villages. Tour a coffee plantation or visit chimpanzees in Nyungwe Forest, where rare orchids bloom. Head east to Akagera for thrilling Big Five game drives. In Rwanda, travellers trade plotted routes for chance encounters, embracing the wild heart of Africa.

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Mountain Gorillas spotted on a luxury travel gorilla trek in Rwanda.
Zebras spotted on a luxury travel holiday to Akagera National Park in Rwanda.
  • “Rwanda stole my heart completely. The Rwandan people are so kind and gentle, and the sense of pride they have in their land, country, and culture (without forgetting their history) is something that will truly stay with me forever. I left changed, carrying Rwanda's magic within me, and it's a destination I recommend to all my clients."

    Teniesha Gill
    Travel Associates Geelong, VIC
  • “Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda offers a spectacular gorilla trekking experience. The journey through lush forests to witness these magnificent creatures is awe-inspiring. Expert guides, conservation efforts, and luxury accommodations enhance this unforgettable and deeply meaningful adventure.”

    Kylie Gorst
    Low & James Travel Associates, NSW

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Our Rwanda Travel Specialists

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Kelli Williamson

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Toronto, NSW

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Prahran, VIC

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Yee & Turner Travel Associates
Kenmore, QLD

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Uganda

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Nick Plevcak

Low & James Travel Associates
Neutral Bay, NSW

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United States

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Roslyn Wyatt

Travel Associates Hawthorne
Hawthorne, QLD

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Small Group

Expedition Cruise

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Claire Turner

Travel Associates Norwood Place
Norwood, SA

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Jessica Gladwin

Travel Associates Geelong
Geelong West, VIC

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Netherlands

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Chrisakis & Turner Travel Associates
West Lakes, SA

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Jacqui Smart

Travel Associates Shellharbour
Shellharbour, NSW

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