Safari Stories & Travel Guides
Guides, tips and inspiration from the Global Line Safaris team — gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, cultural journeys and Rwanda travel essentials.
Stories to plan your journey
Read what to expect on the trails, when to travel, how to pack and how to plan an itinerary that fits the way you like to travel.
How to Plan Your Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Permit
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Here's how to plan your permit, prepare for the trek and get the most out of your morning with the mountain gorillas.
Travel GuidesThe Ultimate 7-Day Rwanda Safari Itinerary
Seven days is enough time to see the best of Rwanda — gorillas in the Virungas, wildlife on the plains of Akagera, rainforest in Nyungwe and the shores of Lake Kivu. Here is a sample itinerary.
Safari & WildlifeAkagera National Park: Rwanda's Big Five Safari Destination
East, across the savannah plains of eastern Rwanda, Akagera National Park offers classic Big Five safaris on land and water — a wild side of Rwanda few expect.
Safari & WildlifeDiscovering Nyungwe Forest: Chimpanzees, Canopy Walk & Rainforest Trails
In the south-west of Rwanda lies one of Africa's oldest rainforests. Nyungwe is a place of chimpanzees, canopy bridges and misty morning trails.
Travel GuidesA Weekend Getaway at Lake Kivu: Villages, Beaches and the Congo Nile Trail
Rwanda's largest lake is a place to slow down — coffee villages, quiet beaches, island boat trips and one of Africa's great lakeside walking routes.
Culture & KigaliKigali City Tour: A Day of History, Culture and Cuisine
Before heading to the volcanoes or the savannah, spend a day in Kigali. Rwanda's capital is clean, green and full of story — from memorials to markets to craft coffee.
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