"It was wildest, untouched Africa, and it was magic."
- Jane Goodall
Best time to visit Rwanda
Dry season (Jun-Sep and Dec-Feb) is best for gorilla trekking, hiking, safaris and outdoor activities.
Rwanda highlights
A private gorilla or chimpanzee trekking experience with an expert guide gives you exclusive access to these elusive primates.
Flight time
26+ hours to the capital, Kigali, departing Auckland.
Currency
Rwanda’s official currency is the Rwandan franc, although US dollars are widely accepted.
Visa required?
Yes, New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Rwanda, which can be obtained on arrival at the airport for stays up to 30 days.
Your luxury Rwanda holiday awaits
Your luxury Rwanda holiday awaits
One of Africa’s smallest countries, Rwanda is a compact jewel where the soul of the continent shines through in its profound stillness and rolling emerald slopes. Known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills”, and for good reason, its bamboo forests are a sanctuary for endangered silverback gorillas.
Your luxury Rwanda holiday awaits
Your luxury Rwanda holiday awaits
Tracking these regal creatures in Volcanoes National Park is an experience our advisors often arrange for our luxury travelling clients. As you push through the dense foliage, you’ll get to witness the gentle power of these gorillas in their natural habitat. Afterward, retreat to a lavish lodge tucked beneath the forest canopy.
Your luxury Rwanda holiday awaits
Your luxury Rwanda holiday awaits
Out west, Lake Kivu shimmers beside sleepy fishing villages. Tour a coffee plantation or visit chimpanzees in Nyungwe Forest, where rare orchids bloom. Head east to Akagera for thrilling Big Five game drives. In Rwanda, travellers trade plotted routes for chance encounters, embracing the wild heart of Africa.
“Observing a gorilla family in the wild is a humbling encounter – there is nothing quite like it. The volcanic peaks of the Virunga Mountains are the ideal terrain for tracking these gentle giants, and our network of expert guides know all the best routes. It is a rigorous trek, but as you finally crouch in their presence, time literally slows, and the modern world fades away.”
Craig Martin
Travel Associates Auckland - Mobile, Auckland
Explore flights
Explore holidays
Uncover the best of Rwanda
Signature Itineraries
14-Day
Canada's Winter Wonderland
9-Day
Luxury European Family Adventure
6-Day
5 Star New York
26-Day
The Summit of New Zealand Luxury
13-Day
Under the Arctic Sun: Norway & Svalbard Adventure
Craft your own signature itinerary where every detail is tailored to your preferences.
Luxury Cruises
From ocean to river, expedition or ultra-luxury cruising - set sail on your perfect cruise holiday, matched to you by your local Travel Associates cruise expert.
See all Luxury Cruises
Discover Rwanda
Travel Range
Immersive Tours
Travel deeper with a luxury tour: connect with culture, uncover stories, and see the world with ease with an expert guide by your side. Perfectly matched to you by your advisor, a luxury tour takes care of the details – so all you need to do is choose your destination.
See all Immersive Tours
Luxury Flights
Round-the-world, multi-city, mixed-class, multiple airlines and more – our advisors can navigate even the most complex flight itineraries with ease. Explore hand-selected flights below, or leave your flights in the hands of our Travel Associates experts.
See all Luxury Flights
Luxury Stays
Your luxury holiday is not complete without the perfect hotel – and your Travel Associates advisor knows just the place for you. From remote retreats, city escapes, ski hotels, beach hotels, or a combination of them all, your Travel Associates advisor will find the ones that feel just right.
See all Luxury Stays
Exclusive Holiday Packages
Explore our collection of exclusive holiday packages below, with everything you need for a one-of-a-kind holiday. Crafted by experts, each pairs luxury with exceptional value – including your flights, stays, cruises and more. Each package can be tailored to your tastes by your Travel Associates advisor.
See all Exclusive Holiday Packages
Luxury Rail Journeys
With luxury rail holidays, it's about the journey, not the destination – and our advisors’ expert recommendations will have you slowing down and savouring the ride.
See all Luxury Rail Journeys
Discover Rwanda
Travel Range
Luxury Cruises
From ocean to river, expedition or ultra-luxury cruising - set sail on your perfect cruise holiday, matched to you by your local Travel Associates cruise expert.
See all Luxury Cruises
Immersive Tours
Travel deeper with a luxury tour: connect with culture, uncover stories, and see the world with ease with an expert guide by your side. Perfectly matched to you by your advisor, a luxury tour takes care of the details – so all you need to do is choose your destination.
See all Immersive Tours
Luxury Flights
Round-the-world, multi-city, mixed-class, multiple airlines and more – our advisors can navigate even the most complex flight itineraries with ease. Explore hand-selected flights below, or leave your flights in the hands of our Travel Associates experts.
See all Luxury Flights
Exclusive Holiday Packages
Explore our collection of exclusive holiday packages below, with everything you need for a one-of-a-kind holiday. Crafted by experts, each pairs luxury with exceptional value – including your flights, stays, cruises and more. Each package can be tailored to your tastes by your Travel Associates advisor.
See all Exclusive Holiday Packages
Luxury Stays
Your luxury holiday is not complete without the perfect hotel – and your Travel Associates advisor knows just the place for you. From remote retreats, city escapes, ski hotels, beach hotels, or a combination of them all, your Travel Associates advisor will find the ones that feel just right.
See all Luxury Stays
Luxury Rail Journeys
With luxury rail holidays, it's about the journey, not the destination – and our advisors’ expert recommendations will have you slowing down and savouring the ride.
See all Luxury Rail Journeys
one of a kind Rwanda holiday?
Takes 3 minutes
