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Rwanda

Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills, is one of the best places in the world to trek to see mountain gorillas. Kigali is a clean, welcoming capital with a moving genocide memorial. Rwanda is often combined with a Kenyan safari.

Region: Africa

Trip types on sale: Nature.

Places

Best time to go

June to September and December to February, the drier seasons.

Who it suits

Wildlife lovers, adventurous couples and photographers.

Getting there

Flights from London to Kigali (KGL) take about 9 to 11 hours, usually with a stop.

Practical

  • Time: 2 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 1 hour ahead in summer.
  • Currency: Rwandan franc
  • Language: Kinyarwanda, English, French and Swahili.

Typical daytime highs

  • All year (Kigali). Typical daytime highs around 26 to 28°C in Kigali all year.

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Trek to see mountain gorillas
  • Track golden monkeys
  • Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial
  • Look for wildlife in Akagera National Park
  • Explore Lake Kivu

Questions

How long is the flight to Rwanda?

About 9 to 11 hours from London to Kigali, usually with a stop.

Where can I see gorillas in Rwanda?

In Volcanoes National Park, about 2 to 3 hours from Kigali.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.