$242 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateThis Tour Is Offered By
Golden Rwanda Safaris
- Offices In:
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Congo (DRC)
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- ASTA, APTA, RTTA, Tripadvisor & VISIT RWANDA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
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"Choose us for your very own African experience and let the voyage of your lifetime begin! "The experience of living starts when you find the pleasure of enjoying, those little things around us creating unforgettable moments which last a lifetime. Each detail counts to satisfy our clients who travel to Rwanda, the heart of Africa". "THE SMART SAFARI COMPANY FOR YOU"
Reviews320
Excellent 12 day sojourn in Rwanda
I found Golden Rwanda through Safari Bookings, and had a very good experience working with Frank to tailor the itinerary, and then had an amazing trip with Rando as my guide and driver. My trip included Chimp trekking in Nyungwe National Park in the south; two relaxing stops along Lake Kivu in the west; Gorilla trekking and hiking in Volcanoes National park; traditional game drive safari in Anagera National Park in the east; and finally a day in Kigali before flying home.
Rwanda exceeded my expectations in terms of the beauty of the entire country -- it reminds me of Hawaii but at higher altitude -- and the national parks are super-well-managed, a real treasure. The gorilla and chimp trekking were the highlights, something you can do very few other places, but the safari park was very good too, seeing an enormous number of species of birds and trees and flowers, and getting close to larger animals like gibbons and rhinos and crocodiles and zebras and giraffes and hippos, etc., in a much less crowded setting than I found a dozen years ago in Kenya and Tanzania.
My tour with Golden Rwanda included all the transportation, lodging, guides, admissions & permits, and meals, for a price I thought was fair. I highly recommend working with a travel company that is based in the country you are visiting, rather than one based in the US or Canada or Europe.
The tour operator was amazing and everything about the trip was superb!
Our group of 12 was supported by two exceptional tour leaders, Sufiani and Mr. T, both of whom contributed greatly to a seamless and enjoyable experience. Their professionalism, courtesy, and extensive knowledge helped create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that felt like traveling with one large family. Each day’s itinerary was explained clearly and in detail, ensuring there was never any confusion about the schedule or expectations. The tour was consistently well organized, punctual, and beautifully coordinated from start to finish. The accommodations were clean, comfortable, and relaxing, and the level of service throughout the trip was outstanding. The meals were delicious, healthy, and thoughtfully prepared, and we were consistently well cared for at each hotel. One particular highlight was an excellent massage at Hotel Cleo, which was among the best I have ever experienced. Overall, the tour was exceptionally well managed and provided a memorable, high-quality travel experience. I will be checking this off of my bucket list.
He was professional, available, thorough,responsive, and went the extra mile.
Every experience I had with Golden Rwanda was top notch. This trip went beyond my expectations. The guides were excellent and went above and beyond to make sure that we experienced everything that we wanted to, including the chimpanzee trek, gorilla trek and the safaris where we saw 20-25 species of animals.
Amazing 13 day Trip to Rwanda
Golden Rwanda Expeditions provided a wonderful tour of Rwanda’s beautiful country. We started planning about a year out and did a lot of research on SafariBookings.com. It was important to us to work with a local Rwandan company. Looking at itineraries, cost, and responsive communication, we chose Golden Rwanda and were so happy we did.
Frank was our contact over the months of planning and he was able to make the trip exactly what we wanted. He made suggestions for accommodations and was flexible when we had to make changes due to flight changes. Our group grew from the two of us to a group of 12 as friends joined the adventure. It is slightly nerve wracking to commit to a company you have never worked with before, but everything ran as smoothly as could be. Frank shared the contact info for our Trip Leader, Taufique, ahead of time and a week before our arrival, Mr. T reached out to welcome us. He was at the airport to greet us upon our late night arrival and the next day he and Sufiani, our seond tour leader, gave us our first “briefing” for the trip.
Everything we saw and did was incredible. The food and accommodations were top notch and every place we went was informed about our gluten-free and vegetarian dietary requests. Taufique and Sufiani made sure that we could all participate in all the activities to the best of our abilities. We visited Nyungwe, Volcanoes, and Akagera National Parks and stopped by Lake Kivu in between. We were able to see chimpanzees, gorillas, golden monkeys, giraffes, zebras, rhinoceroses, hippos, elephants, lions, cape buffalo, impala, and many many birds, including the great blue tarocco! We had a variety of ages (24-73) and fitness levels and everyone was able to see the gorillas. I know that Taufique and Sufiani worked hard behind the scenes to make everything come together so smoothly. We had two safari vehicles for the 12 of us, and Taufique and Sufiani drove us everywhere.
Overall, we found Rwanda to be a beautiful, welcoming, and easy country to visit. We were able to learn about the history of the country, see the incredible wildlife and conservation efforts, and watch everyday life unfold on our drives around the country. We hope to be able to return someday, and wholeheartedly recommend Golden Rwanda to anyone planning a trip to Rwanda. They can do anything.
Thank you Golden Rwanda!
High end and all inclusive
Abu was excellent guide. We spent 3 days with him. He explained the country culture and made sure we were very well taken care of. We stayed at perhaps the nicest hotel I have ever been to outside the park for the chimps. He helped us get a good guide for the gorillas as well. I highly recommend the company and the man
Other Safaris & Tours49 – Offered by Golden Rwanda Safaris
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12-Day Rwanda Safari&Beyond (Volcano Nyungwe Akagera)
$9,350 to $9,900 pp (USD)
Rwanda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Nyungwe NP (Chimps), Kibuye (Lake Kivu), Gisenyi (Lake Kivu), Ruhengeri (City), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Akagera NP, Genocide Memorial (Kigali), Kigali (End)
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3-Day Gorilla Trekking and Mountain Biking at Lake Kivu
$3,190 pp (USD)
Rwanda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Lake Kivu, Kigali (End)
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5-Day / 4 Nights Remarkable Rwanda Tour
$5,500 pp (USD)
Rwanda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Ruhengeri (City), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Kigali (End)
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3-Day Rwanda Mid-Range Tour
$3,410 to $3,520 pp (USD)
Rwanda: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Kigali (End)
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2-Day Nyungwe Forest Odyssy
$1,320 pp (USD)
Rwanda: Private tour
Mid-range HotelYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Nyungwe NP (Chimps), Kigali (End)
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5-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking & Akagera National Park
$6,160 to $6,380 pp (USD)
Rwanda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Akagera NP, Kigali (End)