Nyungwe National Park
An estimated 500 chimpanzees live throughout the forest, making fresh nests in the treetops each evening.
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Volcanoes National Park
The mountain gorilla is the only great ape seeing its population increase, thanks combined efforts to ensure their survival.
Around 600 of these magnificent and gentle creatures live on the Rwandan side of the Virunga Massif, including 41 social groups and 14 solitary males.
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Akagera National Park
Seven lions were reintroduced to the park in 2015 and their numbers have now doubled.
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Kibeho
Kibeho Parish has been a global pilgrimage destination for Roman Catholics since the Virgin Mary appeared on 28 November 1981
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Gishwati Mukura National Park
Rwanda's fourth National Park, Gishwati Mukura is made up of two separate forests - the larger Gishwati and small Mukura. It is home to chimpanzees, golden, blue and L'Hoest's monkeys as well as a host of birds and smaller animals.
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Huye
Peaceful and compact, Huye was founded in the early colonial era. Today is a centre of academia, as well as housing the Ethnographic Museum.
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Nyungwe National Park
One of the oldest rainforests in Africa, Nyungwe is rich in biodiversity and spectacularly beautiful. The mountainous region is teaming with wildlife, including a small population of chimpanzees as well as 12 other species of primate.
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Rusizi
A small town on the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the closest town to Nyungwe National Park. Budget accommodation here will appeal to self-drive visitors to the National Park.
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Nyanza
Home to the King's Palace - a reconstruction of the traditional royal residence, a beautifully-crafted thatched dwelling shaped like a beehive.
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Musanze
Close to the Volcanoes National Park, Musanze is a hassle-free and buzzing city, with plenty of choice for eating out, ATMs to withdraw cash, vibrant nightlife, markets and artisanal trades.
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Lake Kivu
Part of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, Lake Kivu is dotted with islands and inlets along its shoreline, with charming beach resorts, spectacular vistas and plenty of opportunities for hiking and cycling.
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Akagera National Park
The relatively warm and low-lying plains of Akagera comprise savannah, woodland, wetland and a dozen lakes. In partnership with African Parks, we have reintroduced lions and rhinos, meaning once again visitors can hope to see the Big Five on safari drives.
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Karongi
A popular beach retreat on the shores of Lake Kivu with majestic vistas, a tranquil atmosphere and easy access from Kigali.
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Rubavu
A waterfront town on the shores of Lake Kivu, with red sandy beaches, warm clean water and an easygoing tropical character.
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Volcanoes National Park
“In the heart of Central Africa, so high up that you shiver more than you sweat,” wrote the eminent primatologist Dian Fossey, “are great, old volcanoes towering almost 15,000 feet, and nearly covered with rich, green rainforest - the Virungas.”
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Parc des Volcans
“In the heart of Central Africa, so high up that you shiver more than you sweat,” wrote the eminent primatologist Dian Fossey, “are great, old volcanoes towering almost 15,000 feet, and nearly covered with rich, green rainforest - the Virungas.”
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Kigali
The capital city is pleasantly low key yet dynamic and progressive. It's green, clean and safe with meaningful culture and remarkable drive.
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