Rwanda is known as Le Pays des Mille Collines (Land of a Thousand Hills) thanks to the endless mountains in this scenically stunning little country. Rwanda continues to lead African countries to a borderless continent. Led by President Kagame, Rwanda has had a visa on arrival for all internationals since 2008.
Rwanda’s name may evoke memories of the horrific genocide that brutalised this country in 1994, but it’s all over and the country has embraced a promising and dynamic future. Rwanda remains stable, tourism is once again a key contributor to the economy, and you’ll feel absolutely welcome.
The majestic Volcanoes Mountains in the northwest is home to the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas. Rwanda’s effort to conservation has seen the mountain gorillas status of critically endangered species changed by the WWF to endangered species, all these efforts are done by the government of Rwanda by educating the local communities the benefit of national Park. Now hundreds of former poachers have switched sides to become the national park rangers a story echoed throughout the country,
Rwanda continues to work with investors to make the country a go to the luxury tourism destination, With 05 new luxury brand lodges opened in the last two years
Singita Kwitonda and Kataza House Lodge in Volcanoes National Park
Set in Rwanda’s northwestern reaches, right on the edge of Volcanoes National Park, In response to its exquisite location, each of the lodge’s eight luxurious suites features a private heated plunge pool, in- and outdoor fireplaces and large timber-framed windows that welcome the breathtaking scenery and volcano views inside
ONE AND ONLY GORILLAS NEST, the 21 luxury guest lodges and suites,has each room overlooking the vast African terrain with private decks, heated pool and in-room fireplace.
BISATE LODGE,Bisate Lodge enjoys a truly dramatic natural setting at the heart of an amphitheatre formed by eroded volcano cones. Twelve conically shaped thatched forest villas are tucked into the lush forest setting, spacious verandas opening out onto magnificent views of the surrounding peaks. The traditional shapes of the suites are a nod to Rwandan culture, while the sumptuous interiors maximise comfort and warmth while making the most of the scenic views
ONE AND ONLY NYUNGWE HOUSE, Located in Nyungwe National Park,Nyungwe is a true rainforest typically receiving in excess of 2000 mm of rain annually; it is also one of the oldest forests in Africa. Covering an area of about 1000 sq km over the mountainous SW of Rwanda, Nyungwe protects the largest single tract of montane forest remaining anywhere in East or Central Africa. As such, it is a remarkably rich center of
biodiversity, harboring (among others): • 75 mammal species • 275 endemic and migratory bird species • 120 butterfly species • Over 100 varieties of orchid.
MAGASHI CLASSIC CAMP, Located in Akagera National Park, the Africa’s big five park is Named after the river which runs along the eastern boundary, the Akagera NP is Rwanda’s answer to the famous savannah reserves of East and Southern Africa. The park supports an extensive network of wetlands; a complex of a dozen lakes linked by papyrus swamps and winding water channels fed by the mighty Akagera River. Herds of Elephant and Buffalo emerge from the woodlands to drink at the lakes and lucky visitors might come across a leopard, spotted hyena or lion. Giraffe, zebra and more than a dozen types of antelope, including the world’s largest antelope, theCape Eland, inhabit the park. The lakes support some of the highest concentration of hippo you’ll ever find anywhere in Africa.
The country has a very high degree of safety and security. The 2018 Global Law and Order report has ranked Rwanda second in Africa.
Rwanda is currently building the second largest Airport in Africa.