Packing for Rwanda is a calculated decision-making process that considers geography, climate cycles, and the country’s unique travel logistics. Rwanda presents conditions that require deliberate preparation. Its position near the equator, combined with sharp elevation changes, shapes how visitors move … Read More
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Who Was Dian Fossey?
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
Akagera National Park: Rwanda’s Big Five Safari Destination
Akagera National Park functions as Rwanda’s principal savannah wildlife destination. Located in the country’s eastern lowlands, it marks the only park in Rwanda that supports all members of the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. The park spans … Read More
Gorilla Trekking for Seniors: Can 65+ adults participate?
Gorilla trekking for seniors is a physically demanding activity that takes you deep into the forested slopes of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda or Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. While the experience attracts many tourists each year, a growing number of … 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
Volunteering in Rwanda: How to Give Back Ethically
Volunteering in Rwanda can deepen your connection to this compact nation. It allows you to engage with communities in ways that typical tourism cannot offer. Rwanda attracts people not only for its mountain gorillas and scenic lakes, but also for … Read More
Gorilla Trekking Photography: Dos and Don’ts
Gorilla trekking photography ranks among the world’s most strictly regulated wildlife activities. Authorities in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo issue a limited number of permits per day. Each permit grants a single one-hour visit with a habituated … Read More
Gorilla Trekking vs Wildlife Safari in Rwanda
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is a guided hike through the high-altitude forests of Volcanoes National Park to observe wild mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. The experience is tightly regulated to support conservation and minimise stress on the animals. Permits … Read More