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The Travel Journal

In-depth Rwanda travel guides, written by the local guides who run these trips every week.

Every article here is written by our Kigali-based team from firsthand experience running these trips, not repackaged from other travel sites. We cover the practical questions travellers actually ask before booking, including permits, costs, fitness levels, packing lists and seasonal timing, alongside the destination guides that help you decide where to go in the first place.

Browse by category below, from gorilla trekking and safari to planning and logistics, or use the search bar to jump straight to a specific topic. New guides are added regularly as we cover more of the country and update older ones as prices, regulations and park rules change.

Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda: The Complete Guide

Best Restaurants in Kigali

Rwanda's Top Experiences for 2027

Rwanda Travel Mistakes to Avoid

A Guide to Rwanda's Scenic Drives and Road Trips

How Safe Is Rwanda for Tourists?

Weekend Getaways from Kigali for Residents and Expats

Nyungwe National Park Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Hidden Gems in Rwanda That Most Travelers Miss

Best Value Family Safari Packages for Groups of Four+

Why Visit Rwanda

10-Day Rwanda Itinerary

Combining a Rwanda & Uganda Safari

Kigali to Lake Kivu: The Full Route

Rwanda Budget Travel Guide

Rwanda Luxury Tours: What to Expect

Rwanda Birdwatching Guide

Best All-Inclusive Family Package in Rwanda

The Nyungwe Canopy Walk

Rwanda Hiking Tours & Trails

Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

2-Day Akagera Safari: A Sample Itinerary

Rwanda Family Safari Guide

Renting a Car in Rwanda: Is Self-Drive a Good Idea?

Rwanda Honeymoon Guide

Bisate vs Gorilla's Nest vs Kwitonda: Volcanoes Luxury Lodges Compared

How Many Days Do You Need in Rwanda?

Best Cultural Tour Operators for Intore Dance and Crafts

Mount Bisoke Hike Guide

Rwanda Dress Code: What to Wear on Safari and in Kigali

Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda

Rwanda Time Zone and Jet Lag Tips for International Visitors

Rwanda Cultural Tours & Experiences

East Africa Safari Costs 2026: Multi-Country Trips

Volcanoes National Park Visitor Guide

Best Rwanda Cultural Tour Packages With Village Visits

Corporate Retreats and Team Incentive Trips in Rwanda

What to Pack for Gorilla Trekking

Rwanda Traffic Fines and Penalties Explained

Rwanda Public Holidays and Events Calendar 2026

Trekking Difficulty by Gorilla Family: Which Groups Are Easiest?

Best Things to Do in Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda

Things to Do Around Lake Kivu

Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Packages 2026 Compared

Affordable Akagera Safari Packages With Accommodation

Rwanda vs Uganda Gorilla Trekking

Is It Safe to Drink Tap Water in Rwanda?

Kigali Airport Arrival Guide: SIM Cards, Taxis and Money

Proposal and Engagement Trips to Rwanda

Rwanda Wildlife & Animals: A Safari Guide

Renting a Car at Kigali Airport: Step-by-Step Guide

Best Akagera Safari Package to See the Big Five

Dian Fossey's Legacy: Visiting Her Grave and Research Site

Best Day Trips From Kigali

Magashi vs Ruzizi vs Akagera Game Lodge

Rwanda Public Holidays and How They Affect Your Trip

Gorilla vs Chimpanzee Trekking in Rwanda

Best Private Safari Operator for a Gorilla and Wildlife Combo

Rwanda Travel Health: Vaccinations and Malaria Advice

Nyungwe National Park and Lake Kivu: How to Combine Both on a Rwanda Trip

Rwanda for Wildlife Photographers: A Planning Guide

Things to Do in Nyungwe National Park

Akagera National Park Fees and Prices 2026

Walking Safaris in Rwanda: Where and How

7-Day Rwanda Itinerary

How Many Gorilla Permits Are Available Each Day?

Car Rental Insurance in Rwanda Explained

The Big Five in Rwanda

How to Get from Kigali International Airport to Your Hotel

Is Rwanda Safe for Tourists?

Best Private Luxury Safari Package in Rwanda

Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Guide

East Africa Tourist Visa 2026

Multi-Generational Family Trips to Rwanda

Nyungwe National Park 2-Day Safari: Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk

Car Rental Prices in Rwanda 2026

How to Book a Gorilla Trekking Permit

Rwanda Travel Insurance: What You Need

Where to Stay Near Akagera: Lodges and Camps Compared

Best Value Gorilla Trekking Operators in Volcanoes NP