Rwanda: Discover Africa's Unexpected Green Heart!

RWANDA: THE GREEN HEART OF AFRICA YOU DON’T EXPECT

Golden savannahs, smoking volcanoes, shimmering lakes, and ancient forests. Rwanda is one of those places you can’t truly describe: you have to experience it. And once you do, it changes the way you see Africa.

Welcome to a 15-day journey where every stop brings a different emotion: the vibrant energy of Kigali, the absolute calm of Lake Kivu, the powerful silence of Nyungwe Forest and the grandeur of the Virungas, where the mountain gorillas live at a slow pace — the same pace you’ll learn too.

This itinerary is designed for those who dream of the real Africa, not the postcard version. For those who want to walk, observe, and listen. For those seeking a journey that helps you grow, surprises you, and makes you laugh, especially in the evenings when everyone gathers around the fire talking as if they’ve known each other forever.

And yes: we fly, Guidders.

 WHY CHOOSE RWANDA AS YOUR NEXT DESTINATION

Rwanda is nicknamed “The Switzerland of Africa”: green, orderly, safe, with impeccable roads and a sense of hospitality that takes you by surprise.

And also:

 It’s one of the safest countries on the continent

Kigali regularly tops African rankings for safety, cleanliness, and quality of life. Perfect for starting your trip with peace of mind.

 It’s the country of the Mountain Gorillas

Here you can enjoy one of the world’s most iconic experiences: walking through the forests of the Virungas, with the chance (pure emotion) to encounter gorillas in their natural habitat.

It’s a sustainable and modern destination

After the 1994 genocide, Rwanda has undergone an extraordinary journey: today it stands as an African example of rebirth, innovation, and environmental protection.

 It’s surprisingly diverse

Savannahs, volcanoes, tea plantations, waterfalls, lakes, high-altitude coffee, endless sunsets. It’s an Africa unlike the one you imagine.

 It’s a lesson in humanity

At the memorials in Kigali, you truly understand what resilience means. In the smiles of the people, you understand what rebirth means.

FUN FACTS ABOUT RWANDA (THAT WILL MAKE YOU SAY WOW)

•  It is the country with the highest number of women in parliament in the world (over 60% of seats!).
• 🌋 It has active volcanoes that light up the night sky with glowing magma.
• 🧹 It is one of the cleanest countries in Africa: every last Saturday of the month, citizens take part in “Umuganda,” a national day of community cleaning.
• 🦍 It is home to a third of the mountain gorillas left on the planet.
• 🌍 It has been plastic-free since 2008, long before Europe.
• 💚 It is one of the African countries with the highest forest coverage.
• 🚀 It is considered one of the most promising economies in East Africa.

What awaits you:

Day 1 — Welcome to Kigali

Day 2 — Kigali: history and everyday life

Day 3 — Akagera: the surprising savannah

Day 4 — Towards Uganda. Journey and border landscapes

Day 5 — Gorilla trekking in Bwindi (optional) cost €1000 to be paid on site and return to Rwanda

Day 6 — Musanze: culture and hidden local gems

Day 7 — Mount Bisoke: crater trek

Day 8 — Towards Lake Kivu: Gisenyi and Kibuye

Day 9 — Lake day: activities or relaxation

Day 10 — Final hours on Kivu and transfer to Nyungwe

Day 11 — Nyungwe: waterfalls and suspension bridge

Day 12 — Nyungwe: in search of chimpanzees

Day 13 — Return to Kigali with a stop in Nyanza

Day 14 — Slow Kigali: markets, views, and relaxation

Day 15 — Farewell and return home

 Why you’ll love it

• You’ll go on a real safari in search of lions, giraffes, elephants, and rhinos.
• You’ll sleep in the savannah, beneath a sky full of stars.
• You’ll walk among the Virunga volcanoes, one of the most iconic mountain ranges on the continent.
• You’ll explore Nyungwe Forest, suspended on a Tibetan bridge in the heart of the jungle.
• You’ll experience the unique thrill of encountering chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
• You’ll discover a country that has transformed its history into an example of rebirth.

What’s included:

- Insurance

- Guided сопровождение

- Jeep rental

- Accommodation

- Akagera park entry (safari) with guide

- Night safari in Akagera Park

- Volcanoes National Park entry (the land of the gorillas)

- Mount Bisoke excursion

- Activity of your choice on Lake Kivu 

- Nyungwe Park entry (the chimpanzee forest) 

- Excursion to the Tibetan bridge of Nyungwe

- Excursion to the waterfalls of Nyungwe

- Excursion to see chimpanzees in Nyungwe

- Entry to the king’s palace in Nyanza

What’s excluded:

- Rwanda tourist visa (€45)

- Uganda tourist visa (€50)

- Flight 

- Fuel

- Airport transfer to/from

- Meals

- Tent rental in Akagera Park (€25)

- Gorilla Trekking (€1000)

 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO ENTER RWANDA

 Passport

Valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.

 Tourist visa

It can be obtained on arrival or online (e-visa).Approximate cost: 50 USD.For many European countries, including Italy, entry is quick and hassle-free.

 Vaccinations

• Yellow Fever: mandatory only if arriving from a risk country.
• Recommended: hepatitis A, typhoid, antimalarial medication only for certain areas (depending on the itinerary).