Tourists continue to flock to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, even though it has seen a substantial loss of life in the past year. Even though the country has been through a lot since the disaster, regular people and the current generation are still feeling the effects. Travelers interested in learning more about this horrific event […]

Over 1,068 plant species, 322 bird species, and 75 animal species call Nyungwe Forest National Park home. It is famous for keeping tabs on habituated chimpanzees, which are endangered and could become extinct soon. Most visitors to the Nyungwe forests come to see the chimpanzees that the park rangers have trained to tolerate humans. Primate […]

Gorilla trekking expeditions in Volcanoes National Park allow visitors to see Rwanda’s unique mountain gorillas, which contribute to the country’s reputation as Africa’s most popular tourist destination. The park sits right on the border between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A growing number of these critically endangered animals are making their home […]

Quick Facts About Volcanoes National Park Location: Northwest Rwanda, Musanze District Size: 160 km (62 square miles) Unique Feature: Part of the Virunga Mountains spanning Rwanda, Uganda, and DR Congo Main Attraction: Home to over 30% of the world’s mountain gorillas Elevation: 2,400m to 4,507m above sea level When to Visit Volcanoes National Park Peak […]