Rwanda Gorilla Tours & Flora and Fauna Safaris to Rwanda – Acacia Adventure Tours
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Our emphasis on incredible tour offerings has made us one of the great journey operators in Africa. Book a tremendous gorilla tour to volcanoes, Virunga, Bwindi Forest, and Mgahinga Gorilla country-wide Parks. except for gorilla safaris, we additionally organize other adventure reviews which include chimpanzee trekking & habituation, Bird watching, and mountaineering to make your African safari a complete package deal.
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You will visit Akagera National Park which is Rwanda’s biggest game conservation. Akagera National Park is the only Savannah National Park in Rwanda and the only place to sight large mammals while on a Rwanda safari.
3 Days Rwanda Bird Watching Safari
On the 3 Days Rwanda Bird Watching Safari, you will visit Nyarutarama for bird watching and you will be transferred to Akagaera National Park for bird watching and wildlife viewing. You will also visit Mt. Kigali for birding.
4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour
This 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Tour will combine great Rwanda safari highlights of gorilla trekking, a wildlife tour in Akagera national park, and a glimpse into the Rwandan culture by visiting the gorilla guardian’s village.
This 5 Days Rwanda Wildlife Trip & Cultural safari is conducted in two major national parks of Rwanda that is where travelers are set to explore the most beautiful vegetation cover filled with both savanna grassland and woodland.
This 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Trip (Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife Tour, Chimpanzee Tracking Trip) will give you the two ultimate safari experiences i.e., game drives in Akagera national park and gorilla trekking in Volcanoes national park.
On this 7 Days Best Rwanda Safari (Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife Tour, Chimpanzee Tracking Trip), you will Rwanda tour the genocide memorials, visit the Nyungwe Forest National Park with its vicissitude of primates and birds; enjoy Lake Kivu.
9 Days Best Rwanda Safari Tour
On this 9 Days Best Rwanda Safari Tour (Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife Tour, Chimpanzee Tracking, and Cultural Encounter Trip), you will tour the genocide memorials, visit the Nyungwe Forest National Park with its vicissitude of primates.
9 Days Nyiragongo Volcano Tour
On the 9 Days Nyiragongo Volcano Hiking Tour Rwanda Wildlife Safari, you will visit Nyiragongo active crater in Congo, Nyungwe Forest National Park for gorilla tracking, canopy walk, and hike to the waterfalls, and you will visit Akagera.
On this 10 Days Rwanda Adventure Tour (Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife Tour, Chimpanzee Tracking, and Cultural Encounter Trip), you will tour the genocide memorials, visit the Nyungwe Forest National Park with its vicissitude of primates.
11 Days Nyiragongo Climbing Tour
The 11 Days Mount Nyiragongo Climbing Tour Rwanda Gorilla Safari will take you to Nyiragongo crater in Congo, to Virunga National Park for gorilla tracking, to Nyungwe National Park for chimpanzee tracking, canopy walk.
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Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park is one of the 4 most spectacular national parks which visitors on a Rwanda safari should consider a must-visit. It is situated in Northwestern Rwanda, about 2-3 hours’ drive from Kigali capital city and it was established in 1925 mainly to protect the endangered mountain gorillas.
However, today the park is home to more than mountain gorillas. It sits in an area of 160sq.km, approximately 62sq.mi, consisting of rainforest and hosting 5 of the 8 volcanoes that make up the Virunga Massif. The 5 volcanoes include Muhabura (4127m), Bisoke (3711m), Karisimbi (4507m), Sabyinyo (3634m) and Gahinga (3474m).
Volcanoes National Park lies at the border with Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Southwestern Uganda and Virunga National Park in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) thus making up part of the extensive Virunga Conservation Area (VCA). Read More Here
History of Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park holds a unique history that visitors can explore. Originally, the park was established in 1925 making it one of the oldest parks in Africa and covering areas of Mikeno, Bisoke, and Karisimbi. Its establishment was primarily to safeguard mountain gorillas from poachers or illegal hunters. In 1929, its borders extended to cover part of Rwanda and the DRC to make the Albert National Park.
At the time, it covered an area of about 8090sq.km and it was managed by the Belgian colonial masters. Around 1958, about 700hectares of this protected area were cleared for human settlement and between 1969 and 1973, over 1050 hectares were designated for pyrethrum cultivation. It is from Volcanoes National Park also known as Parc National Des Volcans that Dian Fossey-one of the greatest scientists and primatologists conducted her research on gorillas for over 18 years before she was mysteriously murdered in 1985.
Wildlife in Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park prides itself as a home to unique wildlife species and most importantly, visitors have an opportunity to see mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, antelopes (black-fronted duikers, bushbucks), spotted hyenas, buffaloes, forest elephants, black and white colobus monkeys, bush pigs and many more.
Bird species in Volcanoes National Park
Birders on Rwanda safari in Volcanoes National Park have the opportunity to explore over 200 different bird species. Birding tours in Volcanoes National Park involve identifying red-faced woodland warbler, Rwenzori doubled collared sunbird, collared Apalis, strange weaver, francolins, paradise flycatcher, dusky crimson wing, Rwenzori Turaco, archer’s ground robin, common moorhen long-crested eagle, grey throated tit.
Vegetation in Volcanoes National Park
A visit to Volcanoes National Park isn’t about tracking mountain gorillas or golden monkeys but also for one to explore its unique vegetation which varies according to the altitude. Between 4300 and 4500m, it is mainly the grassland, between 3500 and 4200m is comprised of Lobelia Hagenia Abyssinia, between 2600 and 3600m is comprised of Hagenia Forest, and bamboo forest is found between 2500 and 3200m.
Activities to do in Volcanoes National Park
Most visitors to Volcanoes National Park seek to track mountain gorillas. A small section of an estimated 1063 mountain gorillas remaining is said to be confined within this park. About 10 gorilla groups have been habituated for visitors to trek namely Susa A, Karisimbi, Agashya, Kwitonda, Bwenge, and Hirwa-although this moved to Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Sabyinyo, Amahoro, Uganda, and Umubano. To trek mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, a valid gorilla permit is a must-have and each permit costs $1500. You can secure your gorilla permit in advance with the reservation team at Mega Wild Safaris or directly with Rwanda Development Board.
Golden monkey tracking
On a safari in Volcanoes National Park, if one doesn’t see mountain gorillas then they’ll have a glimpse of the golden monkeys. Golden monkey tracking is one of the best primate experiences visitors on Rwanda safari can engage in Volcanoes National Park. One can book a golden monkey permit in Rwanda at US dollars 100.
Birding
Bird watching in Volcanoes National Park offers birders the opportunity to identify a variety of bird species including red-faced woodland warbler, Rwenzori doubled collared sunbird, collared Apalis, strange weaver, francolins, paradise flycatcher, dusky crimson wing, Rwenzori Turaco, archer’s ground robin, common moorhen long-crested eagle, grey throated tit.
Hiking
Volcano hiking in Volcanoes National Park allows hikers on to explore the beautiful volcanoes like Bisoke and Karisimbi.
Dian Fossey tomb hike
Hiking to Dian Fossey’s tomb site gives hikers insights into Dian Fossey’s conservation legacy. She is credited for her tireless efforts to save mountain gorillas in the Virunga Region and founded the Karisoke research station to help her research work. She also launched the Digit Fund which now runs as Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
Visit the Twin Lakes
One can embark on a nature walk and have the opportunity to visit the stunning Twin Lakes-Lake Burera and Ruhondo. One will also have a chance to enjoy the exceptional view of Russumo falls and identify distinct bird species including cinnamon-breasted bee-eaters, paradise flycatchers, grey throated tit, and African marsh harrier to mention but a few.
Nature lovers on Rwanda safari in Volcanoes National Park also pay a visit to Buhanga sacred forest for nature walks. This forest holds a unique history and culture of Rwanda which is worth exploring.
Visit Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village
To have authentic African experiences, a visit to Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village should be a must and one won’t leave the same. At Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, one will have a chance to enjoy the unique dances, and music performances and explore the distinct traditions, and lifestyles of Rwandans.
Musanze cave exploration
Musanze caves are found within the Musanze district and they date 65 million years back. They hold a unique history and consist of 31 entry points. These caves extend about 2kms and visitors can take about 2 hours.
Best time to visit Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park is strategically located and has favorable weather and climatic conditions making it an all-year-round destination. But the dry months starting June, July, August, September and December, January, February are considered ideal for gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking. March, April, May, October, and November are the best months for birding in Volcanoes National Park.
How to get to Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park lies within Musanze district, Northern Province of Rwanda. It is accessible within a 2-3 hours drive from Kigali capital city in a good 4×4 safari vehicle. From Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, one can reach Volcanoes National Park within 4 hours by road.
In conclusion, Volcanoes National Park is one of the most stunning national parks in Africa that you should consider visiting not only for mountain gorilla trekking but also for you to catch a glimpse at a variety of species including golden monkeys, birds, and many more.