Dian Fossey remains one of the most consequential figures in the history of wildlife conservation in Africa. Her pioneering work in Rwanda’s Virunga Mountains, beginning in 1967, created the foundation upon which modern gorilla research and tourism were built. Trained … Read More
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Hiking Mount Bisoke: A Comprehensive Guide for Tourists
Mount Bisoke, a stratovolcano situated within the Virunga Massif, stands at an elevation of 3,711 meters along Rwanda’s northwestern border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It sits entirely within Volcanoes National Park, part of a transboundary conservation zone … Read More
Kwita Izina 2025: Rwanda’s 20th Gorilla Naming Ceremony
Kwita Izina has evolved into one of Rwanda’s most iconic conservation events, garnering significant national and international attention each year, and Kwita Izina 2025 was no different. Rooted in a local cultural practice originally intended to name newborns, Kwita Izina … Read More
Explore Rwanda eco-tourism hotspots
A quick guide to sustainable travel in the land of a thousand hills Rwanda benefits from being the fastest-growing country in the world. It receives 1.22 million visitors annually accounts for serious challenges to eco-tourism and the sustainability of its … Read More
Reasons to go on safari in Rwanda
9 Reasons to go on Safari to Rwanda Rwanda is a small country with unique experiences for wildlife safari enthusiasts, culture, and business travelers. The country is known as the land of a thousand hills simply because of its beautiful … Read More
Inside Rwanda’s Gorilla Families
Among Earth’s diverse wildlife species, mountain gorillas stand as one of nature’s most precious gems, with their habitat restricted to just three countries in the world. Their rarity is striking, with about 1068 of these remarkable primates remaining in their … Read More
The Role of Women in Tourism
Rwanda has built a reputation for smart, sustainability-driven tourism. But there’s more happening beyond the permits and primate tracking routes. Women in tourism are shaping conservation in ways that go beyond photo ops and lodge brochures. After the genocide in … Read More