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It is the largest and the deepest lake in Rwanda and the sixth largest in Africa, it lies on board in the Western part of Rwanda with the Democratic Republic of Congo. Rubavu is a large town on the edge of Lake Kivu considered as the perfect place to relax on the beach.    This lake has multiple islands that make it attractive, like Star Island where a vervet monkey comes in your boot to greet you and fetch food. Napoleon’s hat Island, this Island named Napoleon due to its shape looks like a Napoleon hat. The hiking on Napoleon’s hat Island up to the top, really amazing hike, on the way spotting the bats, birds, scenic view of the lake and its islands. Activities that are done at lake kivu are includes but not limited to boat riding, kayaking, swimming, beach volleyball, canoeing, swimming caws experience, birding, hiking like Congo Nile trail with 227 km, biking, Experiencing traditional day fishing or night fishing, Nyamyumba hot springs, coffee experience at Kinunu and Cyimbiri,  etc.

Akagera National Park: A Jewel of Rwanda’s Northeastern Border Located in the northeastern part of Rwanda, Akagera National Park lies along the border with Tanzania, defined by the winding Akagera River. Established in 1934, the park spans an impressive 1,122 square kilometers, making it one of Rwanda’s most significant protected areas. The park is characterized by diverse landscapes, including savannah grasslands, three swamps, and ten lakes, which serve as habitats for a rich array of wildlife. Akagera is home to aquatic species such as fish, water birds, hippos, and Nile crocodiles. Its unique ecosystem also offers visitors the chance to spot the Big Five: lions, leopards, African bush elephants, rhinoceroses (both black and white), and African buffaloes. Other mammals include spotted hyenas, jackals, hippos, and 12 species of antelope, such as waterbuck and impala, alongside giraffes and zebras. The park is a haven for bird enthusiasts, hosting nearly 500 bird species, including rare ones like the shoebill, red-faced barbet, and papyrus gonolek. Primates also thrive here, with olive baboons, vervet monkeys, blue monkeys, and bush babies, the latter often seen during night game drives. Exciting Safari Activities in Akagera National Park Akagera offers a variety of safari experiences that cater to diverse interests, ensuring unforgettable adventures: Accommodation Options Visitors to Akagera National Park have a range of accommodation options to suit different budgets and preferences. Lodges and campsites are located both inside and outside the park, offering a comfortable stay. Choices range from luxury lodges to mid-range and budget-friendly accommodations, ensuring that all travelers can find a suitable option. As Rwanda’s tourism industry continues to grow, the quality and variety of accommodations in and around the park have significantly improved. A Destination for All Akagera National Park is a testament to Rwanda’s commitment to conservation and eco-tourism. Its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and variety of activities make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and anyone looking to experience the beauty of Rwanda’s wilderness. Whether you’re tracking the Big Five, marveling at rare birds, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the lakes, Akagera promises memories that will last a lifetime.

Nyungwe National Park is a mountain rainforest in Rwanda, known for its rich biodiversity and significant ecological contributions. Covering 1019 km2, the park provides 70% of the water used during dry seasons and acts as the lungs of Africa, purifying air. The park is home to over 1068 trees and 250 endemic plant species, attracting a wide variety of mammals, birds, and wildlife. There are 85 mammal species, including 13 primates, 120 butterfly species, 38 reptiles, and 33 amphibians. It is the most important primatology forest in Africa and hosts 31 endemic bird species, making it a birdwatcher’s paradise. Despite being the largest protected area in the Albertine rift, poaching led to the eradication of buffaloes and forest elephants from the park in 1997 and 1999, respectively. To conserve and manage the park, African Park, a non-profit conservation organization, has partnered with governments and local communities. The park offers visitors various activities, including primate tracking, bird watching, canopy walkway, and visiting tropical waterfalls. Nyungwe National Park is a significant tourist destination in Rwanda, offering a unique and diverse experience to visitors. However, conservation efforts are necessary to prevent further loss of wildlife species in the park. UNFORGETTABLE DISCOVERIES in Nyungwe national park Nyungwe National park is considered as the best choice for vacation, all tourists who want to do hiking in the forest as well as enjoying the nature creation. It offers varieties range of hike: easy, moderate and difficult hike with safe stay in the park. Without doubt, hiking in Africa’s largest protected rain-forest offers a magical experience in your life. All hikes should be guided, it is the best option of discovering fauna and flora as the guide will give you more explanation about them. Booking is recommended for all activities. Book here/plan now PRIMATE TRACKING Nyungwe national park as it is a home source of the 2 biggest rivers in Africa, also is a home of 85 mammals, 13 species of them are primates which makes up 21% of all African primates. Primates that can be tracked in Nyungwe include Chimpanzee tracking, Colobus tracking, Grey-cheeked mangabey and Silver/blue monkey. Group of tourists is limited to 8 people and exclusive is possible. This hike is moderate tour, this is the best option to enjoy the forest by spotting scenery view of the forest, other monkeys different from those specified above, spotting birds as well as enjoy their different songs, learn traditional use of different trees and plants spotted on the way as well as free to take photos of them, etc. All of those will create a memorable experience in your life. BIRD WATCHING Nyungwe National Park to be considered as the most important ornithological site in Rwanda even in Africa, this is due to their ecological habitat which provides suitable conditions to different birds. Bird watching safaris in Rwanda can offer opportunity to see more than 700 bird species while Nyungwe National Park is home of more than 340 birds species, where 31 of them are endemic in Albertine rift valley like: Rwenzori turaco, Rwenzori nightjar, Dusky crimsonwing, shelley’s crimsonwing kungwe apalis, Rwenzori Apalis, Mountain Masked Apalis, Rwenzori Batis, Regal sunbird, Red collared babbler, Blue headed sunbird, stranger weaver, Dwarf honeyguide, Albertine owlet, Short-tailed Warbler, Rwenzori sunbird, Rockefeller’s sunbird, Grawe’s Swamp Warbler, Stripe Breast tit, Yellow eyed black flycatcher, etc. NIGHT WALKS Night walks begin at 5.30 Pm and end around 8:30 Pm, a number of tourists is limited to six people. Night walk gives gratifying moment in the forest by spotting and hearing the calls of different nocturnal animals like: African linsang, African paim Civet, African brush-tailed porcupine, Western tree hyrax, flying squirrel, Eastern potto, Thomas’s Dwarf Galago, African Civet, Large-spotted genet, Servalina genet, Congo clawless otter, Honey badger, Gambian rat, and nightjars etc. Without human activities, without noise, moonlit on your hike, and counting the stars in the sky. Night walks undoubtedly offers particular environment for good enjoyment of the forest. CANOPY WALK IN NNP Nyungwe National Park is renowned for its incredible canopy walk, a suspended bridge that traverses the rainforest’s uppermost layer. This walkway, which is 170 meters long and hovers 70 meters above the forest floor, offers breathtaking views of the forest canopy, allowing visitors to observe primates and birds in their natural habitat while experiencing the sensation of walking in the sky. The walk takes approximately 1.5 hours and provides a unique opportunity to learn about the ecological significance of the forest, as well as to appreciate its stunning natural beauty. During the excursion, tourists will be able to spot a variety of monkeys, birds, and other wildlife, as well as take in panoramic views of the forest. HINIKING Ubuhoro trail: 3,6 km along with elevation gain of 160m. It is ranked as easy and the shortest one, it takes 1,5 hours around the trip. It offers a nice scenic view of the forest, green vegetation as you are in a jungle forest and a view of Lake Kivu and Ijwi Island in DRC. On the way, you meet with different species of monkeys and different bird species as well as enjoy their songs.  In Nyungwe National park Igishigishigi trail is more popular : 2.1km along with elevation gain of 200m. It is ranked as easy, average time around the trip is 1,5 hours. It was given this name due to the spectacular tree ferns known as prehistoric plants found on this trail. It offers a nice scenic view of the forest and the community outside the forest, birding and help to get to the canopy walkway as well as spotting monkeys on the trek. Irebero trail: 1.8km along with elevation gain of 116m. It is ranked as easy, average time around the trip is 1,5 hours. Irebereo means viewpoint, it offer scenery view of the forest, view of the community, view of lake Kivu and it Island called Ijwi belongs to DRC on north-western side while on the western south side offer scenery view of the forest and villages of

Rwanda, it is a landlocked country known as the Country of Thousand Hills, located in the eastern center of Africa. With a surface area of 26338 km2 and a current population of 13 million. With 4 national languages English, French, Kinyarwanda, and Swahili. Rwanda has five national parks namely Nyungwe National Park, Akagera National Park, Gishwati-Mukura National Park, Volcano National Park, Eco parks like Nyandungu Eco Park, and other tourist sites like Lakes including Kivu which is the largest, and National Museum, etc.   Visit Rwanda Visit Rwanda Mountain Gorilla in