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Take a trip to Kigali on your Rwanda Vacation
Few people travel to Rwanda without passing through Kigali, the country’s largest and capital city. Located in the geographic centre of Rwanda, Kigali has been the economic and cultural hub since it became the capital in 1962.
Kigali was founded under German colonial rule in 1907. It was chosen as the country’s capital because of its central location after Rwanda achieved independence. Kigali came to international attention as a result of the Rwandan Genocide of 1994 which saw the slaughter of approximately one million Tutsi and moderate Hutu by Hutu militia as well as some members from the Rwandan army. The city was greatly affected by this tragedy but has worked hard to recover. The Kigali Memorial Centre opened on the tenth anniversary of the Rwandan Genocide and has been built on a site where over 250,000 people are buried.
Today Kigali is a clean and comfortable city that is popular with ex-pats and hosts numerous aid workers. Many people come to visit this attractive city on their way to visit the country’s famous gorillas at the Parc National des Volcans on the Rwanda safari. Tourism has increased in recent years and since 1994, the city has been rebuilt and continues to look forward without forgetting its past.
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Essential Serengeti Safari & Rwanda Gorilla Trek
Kigali, Serengeti National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroA seamless journey from the Serengeti’s iconic plains to Rwanda’s gorilla forests, combining two unforgettable wildlife experiences.
8 days
From US$13,043/p.p.
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Mountain Gorilla Encounter: Volcanoes National Park
Kigali and Parc National des VolcansTrek misty volcanoes and come face to face with wild gorillas on this private-guided Rwanda journey, enriched by deep history and lush, soul-stirring landscapes.
3 days
From US$2,808/p.p.
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Gorillas in the Mist of the Virunga Peaks
Parc National des Volcans and KigaliExperience Rwanda like never before! Spend 5 days in Kigali and Ruhengeri, encountering majestic mountain gorillas and exploring the city’s profound history. Adventure awaits!
4 days
From US$12,631/p.p.
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Rwanda: Mountains, Gorillas & Wilderness
Parc National des Volcans and KigaliExperience Rwanda's beauty with a stay at Bisate Lodge. Enjoy a luxury lodge, a memorable gorilla trek, and engage with local conservation efforts amidst stunning landscapes.
4 days
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Essential Serengeti Safari & Rwanda Gorilla Trek
Kigali, Serengeti National Park, Arusha, and Mount KilimanjaroA seamless journey from the Serengeti’s iconic plains to Rwanda’s gorilla forests, combining two unforgettable wildlife experiences.
8 days
From US$13,043/p.p.
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Mountain Gorilla Encounter: Volcanoes National Park
Kigali and Parc National des VolcansTrek misty volcanoes and come face to face with wild gorillas on this private-guided Rwanda journey, enriched by deep history and lush, soul-stirring landscapes.
3 days
From US$2,808/p.p.
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Gorillas in the Mist of the Virunga Peaks
Parc National des Volcans and KigaliExperience Rwanda like never before! Spend 5 days in Kigali and Ruhengeri, encountering majestic mountain gorillas and exploring the city’s profound history. Adventure awaits!
4 days
From US$12,631/p.p.
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Rwanda: Mountains, Gorillas & Wilderness
Parc National des Volcans and KigaliExperience Rwanda's beauty with a stay at Bisate Lodge. Enjoy a luxury lodge, a memorable gorilla trek, and engage with local conservation efforts amidst stunning landscapes.
4 days
From US$12,194/p.p.
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What do the experts say?
Globetrotters should try to experience The Gorilla Naming Ceremony : Culturally, the naming of an infant is a big affair, and Rwanda has adopted the same cultural event with the New-born Mountain Gorillas, as way to highlight the need to protect these gentle giants that were on the verge of being hunted to extinction.
Rwanda is always a surprise; especially for a 1st time visitor to Africa. The beautiful landscape (hills, mountains and rivers), is accentuated by the clean and organised infrastructure. Being a small country with shorter drives between parks, Rwanda offers superb photography experiences.
I love Rwanda’s stunning natural beauty, peaceful atmosphere, vibrant culture, and the unforgettable experience of meeting mountain gorillas in their lush habitat.
Kigali is typically the start of your Rwanda sa...
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