Former King's Palace in Nyanza, Rwanda

Exclusive History of Rwanda Tour

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Countries Visited

Rwanda

Places Visited

Kigali, Nyungwe Forest, Ruhengeri, Volcanoes National Park

Suggested Duration

11 Days

Rwanda’s history dances with charm and intrigue, unraveling tales from the heart of Africa. Locals guide you through haunting genocide memorials but Rwanda’s history doesn’t just start in 1994. Wind back in time to the Nyanza kings and the indigenous Batwa pygmies, discover all the tales from the pre-colonial era and immerse yourself in rural communities. Including a gorilla trek, this exclusive 11-day tour takes you on an intimate journey through a fascinating nation.

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Trip Highlights

  • Journey back to the 19th century and the kings of Nyanza, an insight into the tribal history of the land
  • Follow the narrative from pre-colonial times to the colorful markets of today, immersing yourself in the vibrant heart of Africa
  • Go gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park and meet the oldest of Rwanda’s residents, wild mountain gorillas
  • Discover the story of the Batwa pygmies, semi-nomadic people who have occupied the forests for some 60,000 years; you’ll spend an intimate day in their communities
  • Explore the intricacies of the 1994 genocide, with visits to a variety of memorials across the country
  • Visit buildings untouched since 1994 and be guided by those that lived through the tragic atrocities
  • Explore some of Dian Fossey’s projects, visit Ross Carr’s orphanage, and spend a morning in the Karisoke Gorilla Research Centre
  • Track the primates of the Congo Basin in Nyungwe Forest, admiring Angolan colobus monkeys, golden monkeys, and possibly chimpanzees

Starting Price

$15,725 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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