Rwanda

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Land of the apes

Off the beaten track, Rwanda is a unique destination packed with treasures for nature lovers. This small East African state, aptly nicknamed the «land of a thousand hills», is demonstrating a strong desire to open up to the world after a painful past. Visitors will be dazzled by the superb volcanic landscapes of the Volcanoes National Park with its expanses of equatorial forests forming the sanctuary for the mountain gorillas. On the Nyungwe Forest, birds, chimpanzees and other primates play hide-and-seek in the canopy. To the east, the Akagera National Park offers jaw-dropping lake and savannah landscapes. As for the west, it's the crystal-clear waters of the Lake Kivu which invite you on unforgettable boat trips. After experiencing these enchanting landscapes, an urban stopover in the capital of Kigali or to Butare It goes without saying: these towns offer the chance to immerse yourself in Rwandan culture and gain a better understanding of the country’s history.

WHEN TO VISIT RWANDA

OBSERVE PRIMATES

Best from June to September, or from December to February

DISCOVER LAKE KIVU

June to August

EXPLORE NATIONAL PARKS

January to March or June to August

OUR ADDRESSES IN RWANDA

Bisate Lodge

Rwanda - Volcanoes National Park

Style : An atypical architecture with organic shapes, featuring refined ethnic decoration Location : To the north of Rwanda, in Volcanoes National Park, two hours' drive from Kigali Capacity : 6 villas with the appearance of bird's nests or cocoons, suspended on the hillside Highlights : A refuge that is both luxurious and eco-responsible, the ideal starting point for the trek of a lifetime

Magashi Camp

Rwanda - Akagera

Style : A canvas tent camp blending wood, traditional decoration, and rosy softness Location : To the northeast of Akagera National Park, overlooking Lake Rwanyakazinga, in the east of Rwanda Capacity : 6 Tents Highlights : Discover the majestic Rwandan savannah

One&Only Gorilla's Nest

Rwanda - Volcanoes National Park

Style : The lodge plays the Jungle Chic card with a subtle blend of wood, stone, and textiles in grey and ochre colours. Location : A 2.5-hour drive north-west of Kigali, on the edge of the Volcanoes National Park Capacity : 18 lodges and 3 suites nestled in an eucalyptus forest Highlights : The lodge's architecture, with its Japanese-inspired fluid lines and ultra-refined ethnic decor.

One&Only Nyungwe House

Rwanda - Nyungwe

Style : A contemporary lodge, livened up by a selection of handcrafted objects in beige and chocolate colours. Location : A 5-hour drive south-west of Kigali, in the Nyungwe Forest Capacity : 22 Rooms & Suites Highlights : An exceptional lodge on the doorstep of one of Africa's best-preserved forests

Singita Kataza House

Rwanda - Volcanoes National Park

Style : A raw, contemporary style inspired by Rwandan culture, illustrating the strength of the volcanoes. Location : A 2.5-hour drive northwest of Kigali, at the gateway to Volcanoes National Park Capacity : Private villa with 4 suites and 2 swimming pools Highlights : The villa is managed by Singita, offering an exceptional choice of property in terms of architecture, decoration, gastronomy, guides and views.

Singita Kwitonda Lodge

Rwanda - Volcanoes National Park

Style : A raw contemporary style inspired by Rwandan culture, reflecting the strength of the volcanoes Location : A 2.5-hour drive northwest of Kigali, at the gateway to Volcanoes National Park Capacity : 8 Suites with private pool Highlights : Singita is the choice for an unparalleled lodge in terms of architecture, decoration, gastronomy, guides, and views. It's hard to do better!

Virunga Lodge

Rwanda - Volcanoes National Park

Style : A typically Rwandan mountain style Location : A 2h30 drive north-west of Kigali, 1 hour from the entrance to Volcanoes National Park. Capacity : 10 spacious pitches with a view Highlights : The view from the lodge is simply SPECTACULAR and well worth the trip.

Wilderness Sabyinyo

Rwanda - Volcanoes National Park

Style : A rather classic atmosphere, but livened up by a beautiful selection of ethnic objects Location : A 2-hour drive north-west of Kigali Capacity : 9 Cottages (including 1 family cottage) Highlights : The lodge is located 3 km from the main area of the Volcanoes National Park

PLUS

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PRACTICAL GUIDE

ENTRANCE AND SECURITY

- Visa required
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after entry into the territory

CLIMATE

- Two dry seasons from January to March and from June to August
- Two wet seasons from September to December and from March to May
- Temperate equatorial climate

TIME DIFFERENCE

- Rwanda is on GMT+2
- In summer, no time difference
- In winter, +1 hour time difference

LANGUAGE

- 3 official languages: Kinyarwanda, French and English

HEALTH & VACCINATION

- Vaccination record update
- Yellow fever vaccination compulsory
- Anti-malarial treatment

CURRENCY

- The currency is the Rwandan Franc
- 10,000 RWF = €5.82 (August 2026)

ELECTRICITY

- 230 volts
- Standard European type sockets

TIP

- 10 $ per person per day for the guides
- 5 $ per person per day for the tracker
- 5 $ per person per day for lodge services

As this information may change, we invite you to consult
The website of your country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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