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Overview

Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda, is a great starting point for exploring the country's rich wildlife and nature. Here are some popular safari tourism options in Kigali:

  1. Akagera National Park: This park is located in eastern Rwanda and is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, zebras, and giraffes. Visitors can take a guided game drive or a boat ride on Lake Ihema to see the animals up close.
  2. Nyungwe Forest National Park: This park is located in southwestern Rwanda and is known for its primate population, including chimpanzees and colobus monkeys. Visitors can take guided hikes through the forest to see the primates and other wildlife, and enjoy the park's beautiful waterfalls and scenic views.
  3. Volcanoes National Park: This park is located in the northwestern part of Rwanda and is home to endangered mountain gorillas. Visitors can take a guided trek through the forest to see the gorillas in their natural habitat.
  4. Kigali Genocide Memorial: Although not a wildlife attraction, the Kigali Genocide Memorial is an important cultural and historical site that visitors to Kigali should not miss. It serves as a remembrance of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda, and also has exhibits on other genocides around the world.

Overall, Kigali offers several opportunities for safari tourism and cultural experiences. Visitors can choose from a range of activities based on their interests, and there are many tour operators that can help plan and organize the safari trips.

High Season
June to September and January to February
Best Time to Go
Year-round destination with seasonal variations

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Beautiful and diverse scenery
  • Professional guided safaris
  • Unique ecosystem and biodiversity
  • Can be crowded during peak season
  • Weather dependent activities

Map in Rwanda

Kigali map

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Wildlife & Animals

Wildlife Highlights

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Birds

Best Time for Birding

Birding is usually best during the Wet season when migratory species are present.

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Best Time to Visit – Kigali

High Season
Varies by park and activity
Low Season
Seasonal rains can affect access in some areas
Best Weather
Typically during dry months; check local patterns
Worst Weather
Peak of Wet season; very hot months vary by region

May to October (Dry Season)

  • Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot
  • The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes
  • Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area
  • Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August

November to April (Wet Season)

  • The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season
  • Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty
  • There are many newborn animals and migratory birds
  • Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip
  • During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days
  • It gets very hot in October and November
  • Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season

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Activities

Explore popular activities available in and around Kigali.

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City Drive

Best way to know a place is by driving on the internal roads of a city.

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