Rwanda
Welcome to the land that beckoned to great explorers, scientists and conservationists, who spellbound by the beauty of the land left a lot undiscovered for the benefit of the future generations. Tourism in Rwanda rapidly increased since the genocide that took place in 1994. Rwanda is located in central Africa and has much history and natural beauty. Each tour group is led by an experienced guide that specializes in teaching others about the landscape and wildlife of Rwanda. She is known for her nickname the “Land of a thousand Hills” the mountains include the volcanic Virunga range, great lakes rift valley, grassland predominating Rwanda. However, there are small tracts of rainforests scattered at the edge of the country and tropical savanna with of course the largest water body in Rwanda which is Lake Kivu.
Rwanda National Parks and Attractions
Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
There are expeditions to places like volcanoes, waterfalls and rainforests which are home to many different African animals. Rwanda is home to a huge diverse population of animals including gorillas and the largest natural parks for Hippos 20,000 of them are believed to be there. This goes to show how difficult it is to ascribe any human definition for the splendors of this great land of uniquely beautiful landscape. Rwanda a home to renowned warriors of the past, colorful dancers, beautiful people of infinite hospitality! Though Rwanda is still a developing country it‘s tourism is giving it a comeback. There is something fascinating about Rwanda, which I cannot tell you. Discover it for yourself.
A valid passport is mandatory is very important so as to make your trip. At the time of printing, Visa cost USD 30.00 except for a stay of three months, for nations like:, Burundi, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Kenya, DR of Congo, Mauritius, South Africa, Sweden, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, and USA. Application for Rwanda Visa can be got at any Rwandan Embassies abroad
Rwanda is full of hard adventure. The peak of Virunga Mountains beckons to mountain climbers. The ascents of the Karisimbi volcano, Bisoke climb. The hilly nature of the country with numerous observation points is ideal for hiking and trekking while protruding rocky outcrops for rock climbing, camping in Akagera and Nyungwe forest. In the same way, unique is the Nyungwe forest National Park is a home with 275 species of birds, 260 species of trees, over 100 species of orchids and 125 species of butterflies. More to that, a primate’s nirvana with 13 species of primates including chimpanzees; it hosts the source of the river Nile and hence gives an opportunity to map out the footsteps of the early explorers in search of the elusive source of the river Nile. Akagera National park can still give you a great wildlife experience with Elephants, buffaloes, zebras, lions roam the plains while huge crocodiles and hippos rule the river sides, lakes and ponds. Birding in Akagera is equally great with over 425 species recorded.
A thrilling trek all the way through the sophisticated foothills of the Virunga offers magnificent views in all directions. Abruptly, the trail enters the national park by trekkers in the mysterious rainforest, with colorful birds and the rare golden monkey, however littered with the mountains’ indefinable buffalo and elephant. Through gaps in the forest canopy, the magnificent peaks can be seen, easily accessible and among the highest in Africa.
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