Rwanda, officially known as the Republic of Rwanda, is a small landlocked country located in East Africa. It is bordered by countries like Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, and Democratic Republic of Congo.
Rwanda is known for its stunning scenery, including rolling hills, mountains, and lakes, that’s why it is called the land of a thousand hills The country is also home to a variety of wildlife, including the endangered mountain gorillas that reside in Volcanoes National Park, culture, vibrant city of Kigali, and many other resources.
When it comes to Tourism, Rwanda is one of the best countries to visit offering many attractions to visitors. Some of the famous site seeing places in Rwanda include, Akagera National Park, Volcano National Park, Nyungwe National Park, Gishwati forest, Genocide memorials and many others.
The spectacular spots in Rwanda.
Volcano National Park.
Volcano National Park is found in Musanze Ruhengeri. It is park of Virunga Forest which covers Rwanda, Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo. This park is known to be home to Mountain gorillas which is among the most endangered wildlife in this country. Besides Mountain gorillas, the park has another unique creatures called the Golden monkeys.
Daily tours are conducted to come into presence of the such endangered species. Besides, other activities in the park include, visit to Dian Fossey grave, Hiking the volcanoes (Bisoke, Karisimbi, Muhabura and Gahinga).
Nyungwe National Park
Nyungwe National Park is a biodiverse rainforest park located in southwestern Rwanda. It is one of the oldest rainforests in Africa and is renowned for its high levels of endemic species of flora and fauna. The park is known to be home to Chimpanzees in their natural environment.
Other wonders in Nyungwe include, colobus monkeys, rare owl-faced monkeys, and over 300 bird species. It is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts due to its rich biodiversity.
Visitors to Nyungwe National Park can enjoy activities such as guided forest walks, birdwatching, canopy walks, and primate tracking. The park is also known for its beautiful waterfalls, lush vegetation, and many others.
Akagera National Park
Akagera National Park is the only wildlife park located in eastern Rwanda. It is named after the Akagera River that flows along its eastern boundary. The park is characterized by a mix of savannah, woodland, wetlands, and lakes, offering a diverse landscape and habitat for a wide variety of wildlife.
Akagera National Park is home to the “Big Five” game animals, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. It also boasts a rich diversity of other wildlife, such as zebras, giraffes, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species.
Visitors to this Park can enjoy activities such as game drives, boat safaris, guided nature walks, camping and birdwatching.
Some of accommodation facilities in Rwandan Tourism Destinations
SINGITA KWITONDA LODGE
The lodge is located next to Volcanoes National Park, home to Mountain gorillas, the lodge is named after a legendary silverback gorilla. The lodge is a perfect place to base when going for Mountain gorilla Tracking. They have 8 suites very spacious with a private heated Plunge pool, fire places, wellness treatment area. Since the lodge is strategically located facing the magical park, there is a beautiful view right from your room.
The lodge was built using local materials that means sustainability is considered here. The elements include woven ceiling and hand-fired terracotta brick work. On site there is a nursery and vegetation garden providing fresh foods. After gorilla Tracking or any other activity, you will feel at home at Kwitonda. Enjoy the hot fresh food prepared by experienced chefs and wonderful staff.
Adding on the materials used to build the lodge, the buildings have been crafted using rock, river stone, handmade ceramic tiles and oven-red clay bricks made by local people around. This makes the lodge blend well to the land scape and culture. The interiors have been built in handcrafted materials other features include, woven panels, handmade tiles and clay pots. The lodge is very luxurious.
At Kwitonda, you will have a view of important volcanoes in the park like Sabyinyo, Gahinga, and muhabura. Due to its location, at night mountain gorillas and elephants sometimes come around the lodge. The bamboo, ferns, giant lobelias and forest trees provide a natural backdrop that over time will engulf the buildings and reclaim them back into the forest.
The lodge also have beautiful living spaces, which forms lounges, dining areas, an outdoor fire pit, kitchen and not forgetting wine for visitors.
Amenities:
Private outdoor heated plunge pools, In-room massage treatments, Central fireplaces in suites and the main lodge., The on-site Akarabo Nursery and garden, Wine cellar and tastings, A dedicated Gear Room, Singita Boutique & Gallery store, Conservation Room, Complimentary WIFI throughout the lodge, Electricity/power available: 220V. Converters are also available and hairdryers are supplied in each suite
Activities at Kwitonda
Gorilla Trekking, Golden Monkey Trekking, birding, Hiking & Walking, Akarabo Nursery, Farm-to-Table Garden, Wellness, Yoga, Cycling, Village Tours, Wine Experience, Conservation Room, The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, Singita Community Culinary School, Boutique & Gallery, Lodge Information and etc.
Children’s activities offered:
Board games, cooking interactions, Stargazing, Activity booklets with a variety of games, quizzes and games, Arts & crafts, Movies, Swimming, Birding, Cycling, Akarabo Nursery and garden tour and etc.
ONE AND ONLY NYUGWE HOUSE
This is located bordering Nyungwe National Park one of the oldest rain forest in Africa. The lodge offers luxury services, luxury suites and rooms are located in green environment accommodating visitors for adventure, honey mooners, and etc.
ROOMS
Two-Bedroom Forest Suite
The suit is designed for the wild at heart, it’s an ideal room for those travelling with friends, families, group and etc. It has a big living space and outside decks where you can sit and appreciate nature.
Nyungwe Room
The room has immersive tree grazing balcony and African design and furnishings. The room represent Rwanda; s natural beauty, and its interiors make the room covered in the trees. This is good for adventures as you may view some animals right from your room.
Dining Room
They offer meals from the Rwandan land to suit your tastes and preferences, the dining is overlooking the tea plantations and the ingredients in the food served is locally grown in Rwanda. Visitors are free to eat from the restaurant or from the outside terrace.
There is an option of a romantic dinner, picnic breakfast, a lazy lunch by the infinity pool, an event with your suit. All these services can be offered by trained staff. Visitors are free to select a setting where to be offered a service.
Tea Lounge
Visitors are welcome any time of the day in the tea lounge, prepared drinks are available, different bites, you can taste while enjoying the surroundings of the lodge. Listen to different calls in the forest and etc.
Tea Lounge Bar
Take your drink as you enjoy Nyungwe National Park on their al Fresco deck, the drinks with local twist will make you immerse in the beautiful feelings while enjoying the beautiful views.
Enjoy exceptional dining and selected beverages included in your stay, plus two signature resort experiences daily.
Activities
Chimpanzee Tracking: It’s the highlight of Nyungwe National Park. Enjoy them in one of the old rain forest of Africa in cyamundong part of Nyungwe forest. Be ready to follow them in the thick forest that’s why the Hiking shoes, appropriate clothing and etc. are paramount.
Canopy walk: For this activity, it’s the first of its own in East Africa, imagine viewing different attractions face to face up the canopies, enjoy walking on the raised platform in the great forest.
Nature walk: There are many nature walks in the forest, some can take half day and others longer, each nature walk has rewards and visitors will leave the forest content of the magic of jungle.
Birding: The forest is known to be home to many unique birds. Nyungwe National Park is a birder’s paradise, and itineraries for birding safaris are not to be missed.
Rwanda Luxury Safaris 
