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Rwanda Travel Information
Rwanda is a landlocked country in central Africa. It has land borders
with
Burundi,
the Democratic Republic of Congo,
Tanzania, and
Uganda. The country is in the great lakes region,
and for the most part at a relatively high elevation, and thus has a temperate
climate despite being almost on the equator.
As of 2009,
the population of the country was estimated to be around 10.7 million. Of those, it is believed
that just under 1 million people lived in the country's capital and largest city, Kigali.
In
1994,
a campaign of genocide inspired by the then-ruling government of the country led to the deaths
of 800,000 people and extensive damage to the country's economy and infrastructure. Because of civil
war, the country's GDP declined in three of the five years preceding the genocide, and by more than
40% during 1994,
the year of the genocide.
Since 1994,
Rwanda's economy has been growing. The country is increasingly popular as a tourist destination
because of its abundant wildlife, including mountain gorillas. Nevertheless, semi-subsistence
agriculture remains the backbone of the economy
(39.4% of GDP in
2006).
There are also a number manufacturing enterprises in the country, although these tend to
be focused around import substitution, such as building materials (cement and plastic pipe),
mattresses, and alcoholic and soft drinks.
Rwanda Country Details
| Country Name |
Rwanda |
| Political Status |
Country |
| Geographic Location |
East-central Africa |
| Principal Language |
French |
| Capital |
Kigali |
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By Philip Briggs
Bradt Travel Guides
Released: 2018-11-07
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Now into its seventh edition and written by Philip Briggs, the world's leading writer of guidebooks to Africa, Bradt's Rwanda has been the go-to guide for visitors to this historical and resurgent ‘Land of a Thousand Hills' for nearly two decades, and it continues to be in a class of its own when it comes to in-depth information on this emerald slice of East Africa. With freshly researched and updated details on developments across the country, Bradt's Rwanda includes up-to-date maps of rapidly modernising Kigali, information on hiking to the summit of Mount Bisoke and a newly expanded chapter on excursions into the neighbouring DRC. In this new edition are extensive and recently updated maps and natural history information, details of kayak and canoe excursions on Lake Kivu and the Mukungwa River, all you need to know about tracking not only mountain gorillas in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park but also lowland gorillas in the Congo, and information about overnight stays on tea plantations at Sorwathe or Gisovu. Also covered are Nyungwe Forest National Park, where a wealth of endemic birds and primates inhabit the largest surviving montane forest in East Africa; Nyanza, where the hilltop Rukari Palace Museum marks the site of the old mwami's (king's) palace; and the National/Ethnographic Museum of Rwanda, the top cultural site in Rwanda's second city, Huye (Butare). Coverage of nearby cities and national parks in the neighbouring DRC has been expanded since last edition, providing all the necessary information to take an excursion into Rwanda's enormous and poorly understood neighbour. Rwanda continues to change and develop at an unprecedented pace, and there's hardly a more accessible part of Africa to be found anywhere on the continent. It's no less intriguing for the convenience, however, and Rwanda's superlative natural attractions seem to improve by the day, with growing animal populations and an on-going rhino reintroduction program in Akagera National Park. Having now gone through nearly 18 years of editions, Bradt's Rwanda is not only the most in-depth guide available, but also the guide with the longest history in the country itself.
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By Lonely Planet, Ray Bartlett, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Mary Fitzpatrick, Tom Masters & Helena Smith
Lonely Planet
Released: 2018-07-17
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Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet’s East Africa is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Feel the pounding of hooves as wildebeest stampede across the plains of the Serengeti; get close to gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda; and hike on the slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of East Africa and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s East Africa: - Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics
- Covers Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s East Africa is our most comprehensive guide to the region, and is perfect for discovering both popular and offbeat experiences. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s Kenya and Tanzania guides for a comprehensive look at all these countries have to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. ‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.’ – New York Times ‘Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.’ – Fairfax Media (Australia) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017 |
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By Brian Crawford
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Released: 2019-01-02
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“The Land of a Thousand Hills,” is known for its abundant natural beauty and iconic wildlife, from chimpanzees in the Nyungwe Forest to the returning lions and rhinoceros of Akagera National Park. This is a country of tea, coffee, and intricately woven baskets, of expressive drumming, and the subtle and artistic Intore dancers. It has a growing film industry, a world-class cycling team, a thriving contemporary music scene, and a burgeoning economy. The capital, Kigali, glimmers with new construction, and has become a home for investment and economic growth. Rwandans today remain a dignified, reserved, and welcoming people. They share a deep pride in their unique culture and history—demonstrated by their eagerness to showcase it to visitors—and they are dedicated to development. But to get the most from your stay, plunge in deeper and get to know them on their own terms, and you will find that you can make lifelong friends. |
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By Fodor's Travel Guides
Fodor's Travel
Released: 2018-05-22
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Written by local experts, Fodor's travel guides have been offering advice and professionally vetted recommendations for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. Fodor’s correspondents highlight the best African safari destinations in both eastern and southern Africa. Travelers will be able to determine which African safari destination is best for them and plan their trip step by step starting months before departure up to the day of arrival. We cover the best local and international safari tour operators with information on how to create a dream safari, whether it's a luxury, bespoke experience, or a rustic in-the-bush excursion. Plus, Fodor's reveals the best beaches for must-needed post-safari relaxation. More in-depth planning information is given for popular gorilla treks in Rwanda and Uganda. This travel guide includes: •UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: New recommendations include the best new safari camps and tour operators •ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Special full-color "Fodor's Features" throughout the guide provide rich information on the Big Five, the Great Migration, the Dunes of Namibia, and African culture. Gorgeous photos throughout, many by Fodor's travelers, provide endless inspiration. •INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Travelers can discover details about animals and birds, including the Big Five, with checklists for each country. Fodor's offers a hierarchy of safari parks in each country, with detailed lodging options, and compare tour operators with an easy-to-read chart broken down by experience, expertise, and clientele. Internet resources, a planning timeline, packing lists, must-ask questions, and information on what to expect after arrival are provided in easy-to-use, compact features. •DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's The Complete Guide to African Safaris offers well-informed advice and recommendations from expert and local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. •COVERS: South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Namibia, Rwanda, Uganda, Victoria Falls, South African Wine Country, Zanzibar, Kruger National Park, Skeleton Coast, Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta, Serengeti National Park, and Mount Kilimanjaro |
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By Philip Briggs
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Entering its sixth edition, the Bradt guide to Rwanda continues to provide the most comprehensive coverage of any English-language guidebook on the market. Bradt Rwanda has long been the go-to guide for visitors to this historical and resurgent land of a thousand hills, and it continues to be in a class of its own when it comes to in-depth information on this emerald slice of Central Africa. With freshly researched and updated information on developments across the country, this new edition includes information on the ongoing revival & repopulation of Akagera National Park, up-to-date maps of rapidly modernising Kigali, and the latest on excursions into the neighbouring DRC. Written in an engaging and colourful style, Bradt's Rwanda is packed with personal anecdotes of people and places met across the country. With an emphasis on eco-tourism, there is a dedicated chapter to each of the national parks outlining all the practicalities: how to get there; how to obtain a permit; where to spot wildlife; how to identify flora; and how to identify the best trips offered by tour operators.
The land of a thousand hills comes with surprises over every ridge; trek the dew-laden forests searching for mountain gorillas, swim on the dramatic shores of Lake Kivu, and stop to contemplate the despair from which this country has so magnificently risen at one of the poignant genocide memorials. There is much to see besides gorillas: the mountain-ringed inland sea; the immense Nyungwe Forest National Park with its chimpanzees, monkeys, and rare birds; the wild savannah of Akagera National Park; and, perhaps above all, the endless succession of steep cultivated mountains. |
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By Lonely Planet, Stuart Butler & Trent Holden
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet East Africa is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the winding backstreets of Lamu, trek to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, or watch the annual wildebeest migration in Masai Mara; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of East Africa and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet East Africa Travel Guide: - Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, culture, art, architecture, music, geography, politics, cuisine, landscapes, wildlife
- Over 118 maps
- Covers Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet East Africa is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. - Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Africa, Kenya or Tanzania guides.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Anthony Ham, Stuart Butler, Mary Fitzpatrick and Trent Holden About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. |
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By National Geographic Maps - Adventure
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• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Travel MapHome to Mount Kilimanjaro and some of Africa's most popular safaris, Tanzania has bountiful opportunities for adventure travelers. Covering the region with unparalleled detail is National Geographic's Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi Adventure Map. This expertly researched map combines topographical information, points of interest and a road network, making it the most comprehensive map available and the perfect compliment to any guidebook. The map's front side covers the western half of Tanzania and the entirety of Rwanda and Burundi, along with Lakes Victoria and Tanganyika, and Serengeti and Ruaha National Parks. While the reverse side covers the country's eastern half to its Indian Ocean shoreline as well as the islands of Mafia, Zanzibar and Pemba, the cities of Dar es Salaam and Dodoma, Selous Game Reserve, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Kilimanjaro National Park. Find cities, towns and protected areas quickly with a user-friendly index. A mapped transportation network of major and secondary roads, tracks, border crossings, harbors, railway lines and ferry routes will help you get to your destination. Pinpointed on the map are national parks and reserves, kopjes, swamps, mangroves, areas of forest cover, scenic viewpoints, archeological sites, caves, churches, mosques, rock engravings, museums, hotels, lodges, campsites, beaches, diving areas, coral reefs and shipwrecks along with many other cultural, historical, ecological and adventure points of interest, including many hidden gems. Every Adventure Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof, tear-resistant and tough — capable of withstanding the rigors of international travel. - Map Scale = 1:1,315,000
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By Terrance Zepke
Safari Publishing
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Uganda and Rwanda are small countries, but they are BIG on adventure. Options are plentiful, ranging from jet boating to bungee jumping. They also offer unique wildlife safaris, such as gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking. You’ll also find many other primates, hundreds of species of birds and butterflies, and dozens of mammals. Many of these animals cannot be found anywhere else in the world. There are lots of historic sites too, including the Rwanda Genocide Memorial, Lubiri Palace, Uganda Museum, Dian Fossey’s Grave, and Royal Kasabi Tombs. And the list goes on… *See mountain gorillas up close in the wild. These are the only places in the world where these gorillas can be found. *Bike the Congo Nile Trail. *If you want to get lost from civilization for a night or two, you can at the “Hidden Islands.” *Go whitewater rafting on the Nile. *Enjoy a scenic sunset cruise on Lake Victoria—or fish for yummy Nile Perch. *Hike an extinct volcano. *Discover the Batwa Experience. *Kayak Lake Kiva. *Be a keeper for a day at Ngamba Chimp Sanctuary. *Venture to the cusp of the Congo. *Pamper yourself with a spa treatment. *Thrill at the sights and sounds of a night safari. *Enjoy the best boat safari on Kazinga Channel or Murchison Falls or both! *See Jinga, the fabled source of the Nile. …and have the time of your life! |
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By Wink Travel Guide
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Rwanda is a relatively stable East African country, and easily accessible from Kenya and Uganda. It is relatively easy, safe and simple to travel around. It is landlocked, surrounded by Uganda to the north, Tanzania to the east, Burundi to the south, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west. It is not only the land of a thousand hills, but also a country rich in flora and fauna and stunning natural beauty in its scenic rolling and breathtaking green savannah. The country hosts some rare species of animals like the silverback mountain gorillas as well as unique birds and insects in the tropical forest of Nyungwe. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos. |
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