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Kigali, Rwanda
Start your journey in Rwanda's vibrant capital. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a sobering but essential history lesson, then explore the lively Kimironko Market and enjoy local dishes like brochettes and isombe in the Nyamirambo neighbourhood.
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Musanze, Rwanda
Gateway to Volcanoes National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Book a gorilla trekking permit well in advance — the experience is truly once-in-a-lifetime. Also explore the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund headquarters and the scenic Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo.
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Gisenyi, Rwanda
A relaxed lakeside town on the shores of Lake Kivu, perfect for unwinding after gorilla trekking. Enjoy fresh tilapia at beachside restaurants, take a boat trip on the lake, and sip locally produced Primus beer as the sun sets over the Congo border.
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Kibuye, Rwanda
Known as one of the most scenic spots on Lake Kivu, Kibuye (also called Karongi) offers stunning island-dotted views and a peaceful atmosphere. Take a boat to Napoleon Island to see thousands of fruit bats, and hike the surrounding green hills for panoramic landscapes.
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Nyungwe, Rwanda
Nyungwe Forest National Park is one of Africa's oldest and most biodiverse rainforests. Trek through the canopy on the thrilling suspended walkway, spot chimpanzees and colobus monkeys, and hike trails past waterfalls and tea plantations on the forest edge.