Amasunzu is a traditional Rwandan hairstyle that was once worn by men and women. The unique style is created by cutting some of the hair sideways and braiding the top. A person who had this hairstyle was identified as powerful, noble, prestigious and brave The hairstyle represented different roles and stages in life of women...
Intore Dancing is the the finest displays of Rwanda’s dynamic traditional musical and dance styles are performed by the Intore Dance Troupes. Founded several centuries ago, the Intore, (The Chosen Ones) who performed exclusively for the Royal Court, were given military training and taught the technique of jumping which forms a significant part of the...
Umuganda is domestic and homemade solution in Rwanda to ensure cleanliness all across the country. It takes place on the last Saturday of every month for mandatory nationwide community work from 08:00 to 11:00. Participation in Umuganda is required by law, and failure to participate can result in a fine. Translated from Kinyarwanda as “coming...
Flame Tree Village is located in the quiet and exquisite suburb of Nyarutarama in Kigali. It is a 9 minutes drive to the Kigali International Airport, a 10 minute drive to the Kigali Business Centre and within close proximity to known places such as MTN Nyarutarama Centre and the Nyarutarama Golf club. This hotel is...
Nest guesthouse Kigali is located on KG 676 Street 23, Kimihurura, Kigali, Rwanda is a small haven for guests who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It is a 15 minutes walk from the Kigali Conference Centre, that you should visit by the way!. Being within close proximity to a...
Ikaze B&B is located on KK 102 street Nyarugunga, Kigali, Rwanda. The word ‘Ikaze’ means welcome in Kinyarwanda. This bed and breakfast is only 2km from the Kigali International Airport, approximately 5km from MTN Centre Kigali, 7km from the Kigali Centenary Park, 11km from the Belgian Peace Keepers Memorial. Its spacious rooms that give a beautiful...
Nyungwe National Park is one of the oldest rainforests in Africa, The park 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, including the L’Hoest’s monkey endemic to the Albertine Rift. With 15 trails, some of...
Day 1:Kigali to Volcanoes National Park On arrival to Kigali drive straight to Volcanoes National Park – a stunning three-hour drive north among the lush, green landscape of the countryside. The landscape of Volcanoes National Park is incredible with a spectacular line of volcanoes far into the distance. Stay at a hotel of your choice....
The unique opportunity to see gorillas in their natural habitat is unforgettable, some even say life changing. Encounters with gorillas as they go about their daily lives are carefully managed, with expert trackers and guides leading small groups of tourists up bamboo-covered slopes to spend a precious and awe-inspiring hour just a few feet away...
Hiking in Rwanda is a must do courtesy of the epic scenery, pleasant climate and magnificent wildlife make the land a remarkable place to explore on foot. The best hiking to be had is in the western half of the country, all the way from Volcanoes National Park in the north, along the fringes of...
