North-West
Volcanoes National Park
Misty volcanoes and bamboo forest — home to mountain gorillas and playful golden monkeys.
Tours & safaris in Rwanda
Discover Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills
Mountain gorillas, Big Five safaris, ancient rainforest and the calm shores of Lake Kivu — tailor-made journeys with local guides who call Rwanda home.
Tailor-made private journeys
Local Rwanda-based team
Permits arranged for you
Responsible community-minded travel
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national parks, one compact country
Murakaza neza · Welcome
Travel is about the bonds you build
African Bond Adventure is a Rwanda-based tour company creating tailor-made journeys across the Land of a Thousand Hills. We believe the best trips connect you — with extraordinary wildlife, with dramatic landscapes and with the warm, welcoming people of Rwanda.
Rwanda packs remarkable variety into a small, safe and easy-to-travel country. In a single week you can sit a few metres from a gorilla family, spot the Big Five on the savannah, walk above an ancient rainforest and watch the sun set over Lake Kivu. We take care of every detail — permits, lodges, vehicles and guides — so you can simply enjoy it.
- Private vehicle and experienced driver-guide
- Gorilla, chimpanzee and park permits secured in advance
- Lodges from comfortable to luxury, chosen for you
- Airport pick-up and support throughout your trip
Where we go
Destinations in Rwanda
Good roads link volcanoes, rainforest, savannah and lake shore — so you spend less time driving and more time exploring.
North-West
East
Akagera National Park
Rwanda's savannah: lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes and boat safaris on Lake Ihema.
South-West
Nyungwe National Park
One of Africa's oldest rainforests, with chimpanzees, 12 more primate species and a canopy walkway.
West
Lake Kivu
Beaches, islands and terraced hills — kayak, cycle the Congo Nile Trail or simply unwind.
West
Gishwati-Mukura
Rwanda's newest park: quiet forest trails, chimpanzees and golden, blue and L'Hoest's monkeys.
Centre & South
Kigali & Cultural Rwanda
A clean, green capital, the King's Palace in Nyanza and the museums of Huye.
Signature experience
Face to face with mountain gorillas
The Virunga volcanoes shelter more than 600 of the world's roughly 1,000 mountain gorillas. Expert trackers lead small groups up bamboo-covered slopes for an unforgettable hour just metres from a gorilla family.
- 96
- permits issued a day
- 12
- habituated families
- 1 hr
- with the gorillas
- 15+
- minimum age
Permits are limited and sell out — book early and we'll secure yours.
Request a gorilla permitThings to do
Experiences we love
Mix wildlife, adventure and culture into a journey that is entirely yours.
Gorilla trekking
A precious hour with a mountain gorilla family.
Golden monkey tracking
Endangered, curious and full of energy.
Chimpanzee tracking
Early-morning treks through Nyungwe.
Game drives
Big Five safaris by day and by night.
Boat safaris
Hippos and water birds on Lake Ihema.
Canopy walkway
Walk some 70 m above the rainforest.
Kayaking
Paddle between Lake Kivu's islands.
Congo Nile Trail
Cycle or hike the famous lakeshore route.
Culture & heritage
Intore dance, royal history and village life.
Tea & coffee tours
From hillside plantation to your cup.
Volcano & forest hikes
Crater lakes, trails and Dian Fossey's tomb.
Birdwatching
Forest, wetland and savannah species.
Sample journeys
Ideas to start your trip
Every itinerary is private and flexible — we adjust days, lodges and activities to suit you.
3 days
Gorilla Encounter
- Arrive in Kigali · city tour & Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park
- Optional golden monkeys · return to Kigali
5 days
Gorillas & Big Five Safari
- Kigali to Akagera · afternoon game drive
- Full-day safari & Lake Ihema boat trip
- Transfer to Musanze via Kigali
- Gorilla trek · return to Kigali
7 days
Primates & Lake Kivu
- Volcanoes: gorillas and golden monkeys
- Lake Kivu: kayaking, boat trips & Congo Nile Trail
- Nyungwe: chimpanzee tracking & canopy walkway
- Scenic drive back to Kigali
10 days
The Complete Rwanda
- Kigali & Akagera Big Five safari
- Volcanoes gorillas & golden monkeys
- Lake Kivu beaches & islands
- Nyungwe chimps · King's Palace, Nyanza
Why travel with us
Your Rwanda story, handled with care
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Tailor-made
Journeys shaped around your dates, interests and budget — never a one-size-fits-all tour.
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Local know-how
A Rwanda-based team and guides who know every road, trail and lodge.
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Permits handled
We secure gorilla, chimpanzee and park permits ahead of time, so nothing is left to chance.
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Travel that gives back
Ten percent of Rwanda's park revenue supports local communities — and we work with community-minded partners too.
Plan your trip
Rwanda at a glance
- Best time to go
- Dry seasons June – September and December – February; parks are open all year.
- Getting there
- Kigali International Airport, hub of RwandAir, with connections across Africa, Europe and the Middle East.
- Currency
- Rwandan Franc (RWF); US dollars widely accepted for tourism services.
- Languages
- Kinyarwanda, English, French and Swahili.
- What to pack
- Sturdy hiking boots, gaiters, gardening gloves, a light rain jacket and layers for cool mountain mornings.
- Good to know
- Plastic bags have been banned since 2008, and on the last Saturday of each month communities join together for Umuganda.
Start planning
Tell us about your dream trip
Share your dates, group size and what you would love to see. We'll reply with a tailor-made itinerary and quote.
- Phone+250 780 203 889
- WhatsApp+250 780 203 889
- Emailafricanbondadventure@gmail.com
- OfficeKigali, Rwanda