Car Hire information – Self-drive in Rwanda and Uganda

Planning to drive yourself through Rwanda and then on into Uganda? This guide gathers the car hire information Rwanda travellers need before a two-country self-drive. It covers documents, contracts, fuel, insurance and the border paperwork, so nothing surprises you at the rental desk or the frontier. Car Hire Information Rwanda Drivers Need Before Booking The … Read more

Places to Visit on Your Road Tour

Many people come to Rwanda for gorillas, yet leave saying the country’s history moved them most. This road-tour guide covers the main historical sites in Rwanda, especially the national genocide memorials, and how to fit them into a self-drive or chauffeured route. It also explains how to visit respectfully. The memorials remember the victims of … Read more

Procedures to acquire your Rwanda Gorilla Permit

You cannot trek mountain gorillas in Rwanda without a permit, and permits sell out. So securing your Rwanda gorilla permit is the very first thing to do when planning a trip to Volcanoes National Park. This guide explains what a permit is, what it costs, when to book and the exact steps to get one. … Read more

Road Trip Clues and Guidelines in Rwanda

Rwanda is one of the easiest countries in Africa for a first road trip. Roads are good, towns are close together and people are welcoming. Still, a few local habits can surprise you, so these road trip guidelines Rwanda visitors should know will help you plan, pack and drive with confidence. Before You Leave Home: … Read more

Smoking in a car rental

If you smoke, it is worth knowing the rules before you collect your keys. Smoking in a rental car is banned by almost every hire company, including ours, and the costs of breaking that rule can be surprisingly high. This guide explains why, what happens if you do, and how smokers can enjoy a Rwanda … Read more

Holidays in Rwanda

Holidays in Rwanda are enjoyable and self-satisfying adventures anyone can do on a holiday safari with friends or relatives. Rwanda is a mountainous country and that’s why its called “The land of a thousand hills” because of its Volcanic mountains, Rwanda is located in the Eastern part of the African Continent bordering Tanzania in the … Read more