Wildlife of Rwanda
Mountain gorillas are Rwanda’s most famous creatures and a trip here wouldn’t be complete without spending some time with them, but there is a great deal more wildlife to be seen.
In the Volcanoes National Park the bamboo slopes make an ideal habitat for golden monkeys, who live alongside the gorillas. Elephant and buffalo are frequently seen grazing on lower ground. Nyungwe Forest National Park in the south of the country is a great place to track chimpanzees and also has a further 12 types of primate, while Akagera has plenty of antelope, hippo, crocodiles and a few big cats.
Rwanda is also a wonderful destination for birdwatchers with a staggering 670 species recorded - quite a feat for such a small country.