This annual event takes place every year in Kinigi, Musanze province where the park headquarter of volcanoes national park is located. Volcanoes national park is one of the places in the world with the rare mountain gorillas. There are estimated 900 mountain gorillas remaining on the planet in the three countries of Uganda, Rwanda and […]
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Is it your first time in Rwanda for an African safari? Explore with me the 8 interesting activities you would like to include on your wish list while in this beautiful incredible land of beauty.Gorilla Tours/SafarisA gorilla trekking tour is the ultimate experience and the highlight of a trekking tour to Volcanoes national park part […]
Continue readingRwanda Finally Releases Lions to Akagera National Park
On Arrival from South Africa to Rwanda, the imported lions were locked away in a 1,000-sqm constructed perimeter in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park for a period of 26 days user study and observation after which would be released into the wilderness of the park. The kings of the jungle reached Rwanda early this month, with […]
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We are glad to announce that the land of a thousand hills has imported seven lions from South Africa. This move is intended to boost Rwanda’s tourism potential since the country’s economy largely depends on its tourism exchange earnings. The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) together with the African Parks plan to relocate them and introduce […]
Continue readingThe Gorilla Trekking Experience in Volcanoes National Park
The staff at Volcanoes National Park is always prepared to handle your gorilla tracking needs because they have been doing this for several years and run a very smooth operation, hence treks to the mountain gorillas are well-organized and it is likely to be once-in-a-lifetime experience for you.What It’s like on a Gorilla Trekking SafariEnglish […]
Continue readingDian Fossey Karisoke Research Camp – Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
Diane Fossey is remembered in the history of Rwanda for founding the Karisoke Research Center which was her residence until the time of her violent death in 1985. In 1967, Dian Fossey arrived in Rwanda to study and protect her beloved Mountain Gorillas from poachers found in the Virunga ranges of Rwanda commonly known as […]
Continue readingRwanda Safety Precautions
Most parts of Rwanda can be safely visited by travelers, provided they take common sense safety precautions, much as recommended in most countries and big cities. Here is some good Rwanda safety advice: – Avoid deserted areas in Rwanda at night, stick to busy and well-lit streets. – Don’t wear flashy jewellery while in Rwanda […]
Continue readingAn Analysis of single tourist visa usage
In a survey which will be conducted to analyze the usage of the Single Tourist Visa, the Kenya Tourism Federation has contracted Strathmore University’s Centre for Tourism and Hospitality to conduct a regional survey on the level of its awareness and usage. The single tourist visa was adopted by East African Community member states – […]
Continue readingGorilla Tourism in Virunga gives new hope to Congo
The D.R.Congo for a long period of time has suffered corruption and political instability and a bad civil war that claimed lives of more than six million locals which has made the county a threat for travelers. The county has a lot to offer travelers and would be considered to be a travelers paradise had […]
Continue readingThe Actual day of your gorilla trekking Excursion
The actual day of your gorilla trekking requires the clients to report at the Volcanoes national park headquarters as early as 7:30 am with your gorilla permit, equipped with your backpack containing water and packed lunch . You will be split into groups of 8 people for 10 different gorilla groups. On the day of […]
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