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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"
Reviews326
An Unforgettable Experience in Rwanda
Our trip to Rwanda for gorilla and golden monkey trekking was absolutely incredible and truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Seeing the mountain gorillas up close in their natural habitat was something we will never forget and easily one of the highlights of our travels.
We also did the golden monkey trek, which was a completely different but equally fun experience. The guides and trackers were knowledgeable and professional, and we felt well taken care of throughout both treks.
Frank, the owner, did an amazing job with every detail of our trip. Everything was so well organized from beginning to end, which allowed us to simply relax and enjoy the experience.
A special thank you to Taufique, our guide throughout the trip. He took such great care of us and made sure we had everything we needed along the way. His knowledge, kindness, and attention to detail made our time in Rwanda even more special.
Rwanda is a beautiful country, and this was an adventure we will always remember.
FR
Fantastic !
We had an absolutely wonderful trip! Everything was perfect: the choice of accommodations, the tours, etc. … Our driver-guide, Patrick, was very friendly, but also very professional and fascinating. The highlight was, of course, meeting the gorillas—what an emotional experience! The organization was flawless, and being in a group of nine made the experience even more intense.
Thank you to Golden Safaris and Franck for making this experience possible for us.
Wonderful 2-week experience in Rwanda - Gorillas, Safari, Beaches, Museums and More
This was an amazing experience from start to finish. I booked a 14-day experience through Golden Rwanda Tours which included chimpanzee, gorilla and golden monkey trekking, a 5-day safari as well as visits to the Dian Fossey, Richard Kandt, King's Palace and Genocide museums. Frank, the tour company owner, provided excellent communication in the months leading up to the trip and handled all of the logistics (lodging, transportation, meals, permits, airport pickup and drop off). My tour guide, Muhammed, was very knowledgeable about the history of the region, identifying antelope and bird species during my safari and introducing me to various cultural experiences such as visiting a local women's center and the Kigali market.
The monkey, chimpanzee and gorilla trekking excursions were handled by local guides. A word of caution, be mindful of your fitness level. These can be grueling hikes across Rwanda's hilly terrain so make every effort to build your strength and cardio before you arrive. All in all, this was an incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience. The food, lodging and overall hospitality were all top notch. I highly recommend Golden Rwanda Tours.
Perfect Itinerary and Excellent Guide
We loved the itinerary, it felt like there were the right amount of rest points and busy periods. The accommodation we stayed in was midrange but felt like the highest luxury, we were welcomed by everyone with genuine warmth. Eric, our guide, was knowledgeable, considerate, always fully engaged and such a top guy. Good value for money, we had two gorilla trips. Communication during the trip was first rate. Only negative is that we had to wait many weeks for replies to our emails during the period between booking and departure, which was stressful as one of our trip members had to be changed. Overall we loved the , it was the most memorable and special experience my husband and I have had together. It was the perfect blend of nature and Rwandan culture in high definition. Thank you again Golden Rwanda Safaris!
CA
I am unable to give GRS a 10/5 rating...5 was the max...they deserve much more than a 5/5
I am not sure where to begin describing my short trip to Rwanda to experience Kigali, learn more about the genocide and trek to the mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. This tour company is the one you want to book with! They use Rwandan tour guides who know the country, its history and all things Rwandan. Rando Charifu was my tour guide. I have been solo touring for years now and this rates as one of the best experiences I have ever had. Sitting in the front seat, running conversations about a myriad topics - Rando was outstanding.
A woman you say, travelling solo in an SUV with almost 30 year old male? I would do it again and highly recommend it! I could see (no sitting in the back seat) and he took care of all the details. Frank owns this tour company and I had the honour of meeting him the day I left. We had a great conversation about so many things. His communication during the year of planning, notes on what to pack were well timed, written and clear. The lodgings, the tours, the food, the people - so memorable! Coffee tasting (like wine tasting), a single mothers' non-profit art council, the rolling hills, the great food choices.
If you want ROI for your Rwandan adventure - GRS should be your choice of companies. The safety in this country is top notch, and I have been to many African countries. It has everything you want in an African adventure with safaris for the Big 5, gorillas, monkeys and more.
I learned more about the genocide and its atrocities. What it did though, and I spoke to a number of Rwandans, is made Rwanda what it is today - a vibrant tourist site with so much to offer.
So many choices in tour companies, so many decisions to make. Do your research but I stake my reputation on this outstanding company.
