Rwanda Safari
June 21st, 2011
Rwanda home of the noble "Gorillas in the Mist," these mountain dwellers were studied by zoologist Dian Fossey. Rwanda is a key destination for ape encounters. At Volcanoes National Park, the center of most Rwanda safaris, a strenuous uphill hike, anywhere from one to four hours in length, is rewarded by a face-to-face meeting with one of the rarest creatures in the world. Six-foot-tall, 600-pound silverbacks, pushed to the edge of annihilation, are shielded by jungle greenery and the parks policy take only pictures leave only footprints.
Most safaris enter "The Country of 1,000 Hills" through Kigali, the capital. Tour companies often use Kigali as a base for exploration, taking day trips to the park and returning each night for a relaxing hotel stay. More rugged adventures might house participants at Ruhengeri, a market town on the outskirts of the park. Proximity to the gorillas' commune can offer multiple visits in a single safari, as well as a look at culture outside the bustling capital.
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