A small landlocked country in Eastern Africa, painted with a history of hardships and stunning landscapes, Rwanda offers visitors the once in a lifetime experience to witness an endangered species clinging to its natural habitat – the majestic Silverback Gorilla. Consider starting or ending your safari with three or four days in Rwanda where you will rise early to trek the more than 8,000-foot elevation, ascending through the thick jungle and misty ridges of Volcanoes National Park, in search of one of the few remaining families of mountain gorillas. Spending an hour with these gentle giants is an experience like no other and one that Rwanda has struggled to maintain in the face of rampant poaching that has diminished the population to less than 1,000 mountain gorillas remaining today. 
For those with more than a couple days to spare, consider extending your stay in the beautiful Virunga Mountains to track the elusive and similarly endangered golden monkeys or head to Nyungwe Forest National Park to trek the chimpanzee, owl-faced and colobus monkey along fearlessly suspended walkways. Lodging in these areas is extraordinary, embracing full luxury and unique designs that blend into the marvelous terrain that surrounds them. Travel with confidence to Rwanda, knowing that your treks will directly aid the conservation efforts required to keep these remarkable populations of primates alive.