Enjoy Rwanda’s discounted gorilla permits to Volcanoes National Park with African Apes Tours & travel. Rwanda gorilla tours and permits have been discounted to $200 to give all travelers chance to be part of the magical mountain gorilla trekking experience at the lowest price ever. YES, you can trek Rwanda gorillas in Volcanoes National Park for as less as $200 per traveler. The new initiative was introduced following the reopening of Rwanda national park to tourism after 3 months of no tourism in the land of a thousand hills. The $200 applies to Rwanda locals, east African citizens and foreign residents. On the other hand, foreign non-residents in Rwanda will pay $500 a huge discount from the previous $1500. The discounted permits in Rwanda will be valid till December 2020. The reopening of gorilla tours in Rwanda was announced by the Rwanda Development to relief travelers and tour operators a relief from the stresses of the corona virus that hindered travels all over the world. All tourism, research and other related tourism activities in Rwanda had been suspended for three months to prevent the spread of the deadly Covi19 to wild animals especially the endangered primates. Apparently, all national parks in Rwanda including Nyungwe Forest National Park, Gishwati Mukura and Akagera National Park are open for tourism. A 1-Day Rwanda gorilla trek starting and ending in Kigali give short time travelers a chance to visit gorilla in the shortest time possible.
How to trek Rwanda gorillas amidst Covid19 Pandemic?
Keep distance from the gorillas
Travelers who are already in Rwanda are at a big advantage of trekking Rwanda gorillas in Volcanoes National park at a discount. More so, travelers with chattered flights flying direct to Rwanda are allowed to trek Rwanda gorillas. The reason for emphasizing chartered flights direct to Rwanda is to avoid stopovers, which can lead to the spread of the virus. African Apes Holidays, helps you book and reserve discounted Rwanda gorilla permits as well as tailor making a suitable Rwanda travel itinerary to meet, satisfy and exceed your travel expectations. Alternatively, you can book directly through Rwanda Development Board, the government body responsible for mountain gorilla conservation and tourism in Rwanda.
Positive trend in Rwanda Tourism a week after the re opening of national parks
A week after the reopening of national parks, Rwanda Development Board has so far seen a great positive trend in the number of tourist arrivals. The country has so far received groups of travelers visiting mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest and big five game in Akagera National Park.
Guide to visiting Rwanda amidst Corona Virus
In order to ensure safety of travelers and wild animals, Rwanda Development Board ha put directives to be followed by all travelers to Rwanda. On the actual day of visiting gorillas or any other wild animals in all National Parks, all travelers gather at respective park head quarters for briefing. The guide for visiting Rwanda amidst corona virus include:
1. Compulsory temperature testing for all travelers
2. Sanitize with an alcohol based hand rub and wash hands with soap for at least 20 minutes
3. Mask up your face
4. Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth
5. When visiting gorillas or chimpanzees, keep a distance of 10 meters away from the primates
6. Sneeze and cough in your bent elbow
7. Avoid hand shaking
8. Keep a distance from each other
9. If you feel any fever, cough and difficult in breathing, seek the medical attention
10. Follow the guide of your park rangers
Top tourist activities in Rwanda
Game Viewing in Akagera National Park
Whereas Rwanda has numerous natural attractions and activities, some activities are exceptional. Check the top things to see and do in Rwanda with African Apes Tours, your trusted safari company in Rwanda and the whole of east Africa. The must do activities in Rwanda include:
• Mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, which bring in the highest number of travelers to Rwanda. The country is home to over 400mountain gorillas habituated into 10 gorilla families. Rwanda is a luxury gorilla safari destination in the world.
• Big five game in Akagera National park is a not miss on your Rwanda safari. The park is home to numerous wild animals, which include lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, hippos, giraffes, waterbucks, Impalas, warthogs, Topis, zebras, black tailed mangose, serval cats and black masked civet among others. Day and night game drives are done to give travelers chance too see various wild animals grazing, feeding and hunting.
• Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe Forest National Park is yet another must do tourist activity in Rwanda. a permit to trek chimpanzees in Rwanda costs $100 which is fairer even for budget travelers. Chimpanzee trekking can be done either in the main forest or in Cyamudongo forest. Hover, all experiences are exceptional.
• Golden Monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park is worth doing at $100 only
• Canopy walk in Nyungwe Forest complements chimpanzee trekking making a full package.
• Mount Karisimbi hiking offers you gives you chance to stand at the summit of the highest volcano in the Virunga conservation area. A 2 Days Mt Karisimbi hiking tour is a suitable package for you
Best time to visit Rwanda
Whereas Rwanda can be visited all year round, Dry season in the month of June, July, August, September, and December to February is the best time for most tourist activities in Rwanda. Gorilla treks, chimpanzee tours and mountaineering experiences are best done in the dry season. On the other hand, the wet season in the months of March, April, May, October and November comes with discounted offers in lodge and mots service providers.
What to Pack for Rwanda safaris
Wondering on what to pack on your Rwanda safari? No worries,, African Apes Holidays brings you the packing list to Rwanda. The must carry things to Rwanda include:
1. Hiking boots/shoes when going for a trek
2. Lon sleeved shirts /blouses to protect your arms
3. Long pants to cover your legs
4. Insect repellents
5. Warm sweaters and jumpers. Rwanda is very cold at night
6. Sun glasses and hat
7. Energy giving snacks
8. Camera with extra batteries
9. Gardening gloves for your hands
10. Rain jackets for the unpredictable weather
Grab the chance and trek Rwanda gorillas at a discount. Contact African Apes Tours today, book your Rwanda trip and enjoy Rwanda’s lifetime experiences at discounted prices.
