East Africa
Rwanda
Land of a thousand hills
Overview
Clean, green and superbly organised, Rwanda has become one of Africa's most impressive destinations. Kigali is the continent's tidiest capital, Volcanoes National Park offers world-class gorilla trekking, and Lake Kivu's shoreline is made for slow days. It's an easy, safe self-contained trip - or a natural extension to a Uganda itinerary.
Citizens of all countries receive a visa on arrival; African Union, Commonwealth and Francophonie citizens enter free of charge. EAC citizens travel visa-free, and the East Africa Tourist Visa covers Rwanda too.
June–September and December–February (dry seasons) for trekking; the country is genuinely a year-round destination.
Rwandan Franc (RWF)
Mild and spring-like year-round, 19–27°C, thanks to the altitude
Top Attractions
- ✦ Volcanoes National Park - gorilla trekking
- ✦ Kigali Genocide Memorial
- ✦ Lake Kivu (Gisenyi & Karongi)
- ✦ Nyungwe Forest canopy walk
- ✦ Akagera National Park - Big Five
- ✦ Kigali's cafés and craft markets
Travel Tips
- 💡 Plastic bags are banned - they'll be confiscated at the border.
- 💡 Rwandan gorilla permits cost more than Uganda's; we can advise which suits your budget.
- 💡 Kigali is walkable and very safe, even at night.
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