Location: Ruhengeri
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The 10 Best Things to do in Ruhengeri, Northern Province
Ruhengeri is a city and capital of Musanze District in the Northern Province of Rwanda. Some sources now refer to the city itself as Musanze, after the district in which it lies. This has to do with the adopted policy of renaming Rwanda cities, which was done to eliminate terrible memories of the past and to install new administrational infrastructure in the country. Ruhengeri (Musanze) lies near the twin lakes of Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo and is the gateway city to Volcanoes National Park and the famous mountain gorillas in the north-western part of the country.
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1. Volcanoes National Park
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5.0 based on 1,184 reviews
The "Parc National de Volcans" (or PNV as it's known by locals) lies along the Virunga Mountains, with 8 ancient volcanoes, which are shared by Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Just a short two hour drive from Rwanda's capital of Kigali, the park is a central location for exploring some distinctly Rwandan experiences. While a visit to the mountain gorillas is often at the top of visitor, the dramatic landscape also offers thrilling hiking and visits to the fascinating golden monkeys.
Reviewed By lizkoh89 - Hong Kong, China
This trip has been truly spectacular. Everything was well organised. Our guides, Eugene and Emmanuel were very knowledgable and witty, filling us with facts and stories on the Agashya gorilla family that we visited. Our porters were also very helpful as we went through muddy slopes in the jungle. I would definitely recommend hiring porters not only because they are helpful but also as a contribution to local economy. No words can express how amazing it was spending time with the gorillas in the wild and in such close proximity. Go see it for yourself!
2. Red Rocks Rwanda
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Red Rocks Day Tours concentrates on giving clients who visit Rwanda for a short period of time a chance to explore the country within the short limited time. The Tours are tailor made and we have standard tours that you can choose from.
3. Mission Africa Safaris
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
Mission Africa Safaris is a local tour operator based in Uganda and organizing safaris/tours throughout East Africa (Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania)and Congo. We organize gorilla tracking in Uganda, Congo and Rwanda. Our office staff and roving tour guides strive to offer our clients high service quality throughout their time with us.
4. Umuzabibu Mwiza - Home to Handspun Hope
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
As you visit Umuzabibu Mwiza, as seen on CNN African Marketplace in March 2019, witness firsthand this remarkable project and meet the women as they participate in the age old craft of spinning yarn from the fleeces of their own flock of Merino sheep. Using only hand tools and spinning wheels, discover how the women create organic yarn and dye it naturally with native plant materials such as cosmos petals, onionskins and eucalyptus leaves. After your tour, you will have an opportunity to purchase Handspun Hope yarn and hand knit products. We are certain you will find the perfect Handspun Hope keepsake to take home from your trip to Rwanda!
Reviewed By greenjoanne87 - San Antonio, United States
This is an amazing Center to visit and shop. This Center employs 123 women who have been marginalized and/or traumatized from the genocide. They are now gainfully employed using their amazing artistry and skills to produce beautiful products using yarn that they themselves have spun, dye and knit from. The local plants found on the grounds of this amazing place is a sight to see. Flowers, leaves and various seeds including avocado can found on the property from which the "expert dyers" use to turn raw merino wool into brilliant color palettes of pinks, orange, yellows, gold and many more. Some of the women are expert in knitting and some are expert in felting. You will be awestruck when you see the beautiful garments and felted animals that have been crafted by these " artisans hands". I also had the pleasure of visiting the " rabbit habitat" where angora rabbits are raised and sheared for their angora fibers, also used to make sweaters. This is a place you will want to visit and experience for yourself to see the amazing talents of women who have a dark past but are living a life reflective of a bright hopeful future. Many thanks to the Founder and Country Director for their vision and commitment in making this a wonderful place for these women to heal.
5. Beyond the Gorillas Experience
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
Beyond the Gorillas Experience is a tourism company that provides to tourists remarkable experiences beyond the visits to National Parks, namely Community Based Tourism (CBT) activities Such as authentic village tours, scenic walk and bird watching, booze cruise in Rwandan lakes, local hills hiking, scenic tour around VNP, home stay,etc..
6. Wild Hikes Rwanda
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
It's a government registered company, Mainly focused on Hiking Tours and provide other safaris as optional. we have the best tour guides who are well-trained, Licensed, and familiar with our Hiking Trails, Rwandan History and wildlife. we guarantee you that you will be properly taken care of during your trip in Rwanda. Our aim is to offer a truly genuine experience for adventurous travelers.
7. Karisoke Research Center - Dian Fossey Camp
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4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By YM780 - Paris, France
A very nice hike to discover the story of Dian Fossey. The trail is muddy but not very difficult. Our guide (provided with the permit at the park) was really interesting. We were lucky and we saw a gorilla from far away.
8. The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
9. Umubano Tours - Day Tours
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
10. Ntakibazo Tours
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
