Heavy rains increase in the month of November, bringing growth to the wild areas and welcoming the breeding season. Volcanoes National Park becomes a top spot for bird watching, with many bird species such as weavers, black-crowned waxbills, common stonechats, Ruwenzori turacos, red-collared babblers, regal sunbirds, dusky crimsonwings, red-throated alethes, stripe-breasted tits, Archer’s robin-chats, Kivu ground thrushes, Neumann’s warblers, mountain sooty boubous, blue-headed sunbirds, columbiformes species, landfowls, and many others.
Besides birding, you can take part in yoga classes conducted in different lodges to relax your mind. Some of these accommodations include:
One&Only Nyungwe House, formerly known as Nyungwe Forest Lodge, costs $1,500 per night. It is located at the edge of Nyungwe Forest, offering 23 luxury rooms that overlook the vast plantain fields down the slope. Visitors not only enjoy the good amenities but also take part in guided walks to spot different wild species. During dinner, you can choose to dine outside while gazing at the stars.
Gisakura Guest House is favorably compared to other lodges, costing only $80 per night. It is a family-run place offering eight clean rooms, giving tourists a memorable stay.
Nyungwe Top View Hill Lodge got its name from the beautiful forest canopy surrounding the area. The mid-range lodge is located at the highest point of Nyungwe and has 15 rooms designed in traditional Rwandan style. Amenities include free Wi-Fi to stay connected, free parking with strict security for your vehicle, and a swimming pool, among others.
Chimpanzee Lodge is named after the park’s famous primates. It has eight spacious rooms with maximum views of the surroundings, offering both privacy and comfort. Room rates start at $200 per night, and the welcoming staff makes it worth paying for.
The weather during November is part of the wet season, with minimum temperatures of 15°C and maximum temperatures reaching 26°C. Hiking is done throughout the year, but you should keep in mind that trails can be a bit tricky during the rains, so you must be prepared for a fun challenge.
Some of the safaris you should not miss include:
- Lake Kivu excursion safaris
- 12-Day Gorilla Tours and Safari Vacations
- 18-Day Rwanda and Uganda Tour
- 7-Day Tailor-Made Holiday and Tour in Uganda via Rwanda
- 14-Day Customized Safari Holiday and Tour of Rwanda
November is your month to explore new lands. Book with us today.
