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Rwanda is a small landlocked country in the Great Lakes of east-central Africa. It is bordered by Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania. It comprises fertile and hilly terrain, which gives it the title "Land of a Thousand Hills"
Since the attempted genocide by the Tutsi tribe in 1994, much of Rwanda has been rebuilt, the economy resurrected and tourists can travel around much more safely these days. In addition to seeing the mountain gorillas in Rwanda, you can also see the primates in the forest of Nyungwe renowned for groups of colobus monkeys and chimpanzees
Full Name:
Rwanda
Capital City:
Kigali
Climate:
The sun shines almost all year round and temperatures range from 10C (50F) in the evenings to 34C (94F) during the day.
Rwanda has two wet seasons, November through January and February through April.
Area:
26, 300 sq km
10,154 sq miles
Population:
8,600,000
Time Zone:
GMT/UCT +2
Languages:
Kinyarwanda, Universal Bantu Vernacular, English, French, Swahili
Currency:
Rwandan Franc (RF)
Electricity:
230 V 50hzhz
Electric plug details:
European plug with two circular metal pins
Country dialing code:
250
Entry Requirements: All passengers require a valid passport.
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months and should contain enough blank pages for visas and immigration stamps.
It is the passenger’s responsibility to check the visa requirements for all countries you intend visiting.
All passengers require a valid passport. For more Consular and visa information please visit: US State Department.com or contact the relevant consular office or embassy at Empassy World.com
Health Requirements:Please contact your personal physician regarding vaccination requirements and recommendations for all countries you intend visiting. You can also access the Center for Disease Control website at CDC.gov
Photography: Bring plenty of film and batteries as hotels and lodges do not always stock all film types. For Digital photography bring plenty of memory cards and extra batteries. A small digital hard drive backup is also an excellent way to ensure that your pictures come home safe and sound!
Clothing/Packing:Generally throughout the year casual comfortable clothing is worn, cottons and linens are the best materials to pack and comfortable walking shoes are essential. Sweaters and jackets are necessary for morning and evening game drives, as the weather is often chilly. Earthy colors such as khaki, olive green, and beige are more suitable for safaris while comfortable walking shoes are essential. Rain gear is always a good idea. Depending on the itinerary you choose we will provide you with an appropriate suggested clothing list, however, sun block, hats, sunglasses, binoculars, a travel alarm clock, a small flashlight and insect repellent are a must.
Tipping: All tipping is discretionary. Standard 10% is acceptable for good service. Tipping taxi drivers is not expected.
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