Paul writes: Just returned from a memorable trip to Rwanda last month. The trip was very enjoyable and Rwanda exceeded our expectations everywhere we went. We booked a fully guided tour for two weeks with Danny at Bizidanny tours (bizidanny.com). He also runs a beautiful modern hotel called Cozy Safari in a lovely quiet spot … Continue reading 2019 trip report
Jeroen writes: I'm enjoying your Rwanda book, travelling there for the first time this Friday for 2 weeks, with Nyungwe, Kivu and Virunga planned. You might want to alert readers that RDB trekking/activities bookings are now all done online via the government's useful Irembo website (e.g. https://irembo.gov.rw/rolportal/web/rdb/mountain-gorilla-tracking). It's not the most easily navigable site but easy … Continue reading Online bookings for gorilla tracking and other tourist permits
Rachel Jones writes: It's taken me a rather long time to post this but I visited Rwanda in February 2017. I was there for one week working in Gisenyi and then had a week before my flight home from Kigali. I used the Bradt guide to get a rough idea of what I might do … Continue reading 2017 trip report
The RDB yesterday made the following announcement: The price of a Gorilla Tracking Permit will increase from US$750 to US$1,500 for all visitors, effective immediately 6 May 2017. The price increase will not affect tourists who had already purchased their tickets prior to this announcement. A new exclusive package for tourists who wish to book an entire family … Continue reading Gorilla tracking permit increases to US$1,500
A new 'gorilla exhibit' at Karisoke Research Centre, which was founded by Dr. Dian Fossey almost 50 years ago and is currently located in Musanze town, is now open to the public. It provides a variety of information, photographs, videos, historic objects and interactive activities about gorilla conservation and the centre's work, and is designed to complement … Continue reading Karisoke Exhibit, Musanze
It's worth noting is that it is possible to pitch a tent at the Kinigi Guesthouse for about 3000 francs - a stunning spot and a very cheap place to stay close to the park office for gorilla tracking. Also, I spotted a typo on page 266 of the 6th edition: the rim of Bisoke is 3,635m … Continue reading News from Volcanoes National Park
Goran writes: Trip report Jan 2014 Places visited Huye, Nyanza, Kigali, Rubavu, Rubona, Musanze, Lake Burera, Volcanoes NP (NB: some practical info may be outdated as the report is more than a year old). Exchange rate: USD1=RWF670 I was planning to stay in Rwanda for three weeks maybe, but had to cut my visit short as … Continue reading 2014 trip report
Marc writes: We completed 7 days trip in Rwanda with E&C Tour and Safari, The trip was fantastic, Visiting Akagera national park, gorillas and Nyungwe forest was a fantastic experience, Below is some input for those who want to visit the country, I would highly recommend it. One primary reasons to visit the country, our … Continue reading 2015 trip report
Wil from Holland writes: Hiking in Africa – set yourself a goal in life For avid hikers with summit ambitions but without mountaineering skills, Africa is the place to be. It offers numerous 3000ers, 4000ers and even a 5000er that can be summited with only some sturdy boots, a strong will and the necessary stamina, … Continue reading Climbing Muhabura and Gahinga, Volcanoes NP
A reader writes: We spent two weeks travelling around Rwanda in the early European summer and I wanted to share a few things that might be useful for others considering independent travel around the country – which is very easy to do. Kigali Overall a fantastic city. The Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel is great … Continue reading New trip report from independent travellers
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