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To our travel partners, we understand and empathize with you during the COVID-19 crisis. We will continue to send out information regarding Rwanda, both travel policy-related and tourism updates, for your immediate and future reference. Thank you for your partnership. We'll get through this together.
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Worth Knowing About
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Rwanda's COVID-19 Updates
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As of March 20th, 2020 all arriving and departing commercial passenger flights on all airlines, including RwandAir, have been halted for an initial 30 day period to mitigate the COVID-19 outbreak. Cancelations/Postponement policies have been updated to accommodate travelers impacted during this time.
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Rwanda is a top destination to travel to in 2020!
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With recognition from many top publications, Rwanda is positioning itself as a must-see destination in 2020. Check out some of the reasons why at the link below!
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| Heaven Restaurant |
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Rwanda’s culinary scene is known for being innovative by mixing traditional Rwandan tastes with international influences. You can find an example of this in Kigali at Heaven Restaurant. The restaurant is known for adding an international touch to Rwandan flavors with fresh ingredients that are sourced locally.
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| Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Now Open |
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The five-star luxury Mantis resort, Kivu Marina Bay, announced its official opening on March 6, 2020. Built on the banks of Lake Kivu, the hotel is located in the Rusizi district of Rwanda, conveniently located just 34 miles from Nyungwe National Park. Each guestroom provides a balcony, comfortable, easy-going atmosphere and eco-friendly amenities. The 77-suite resort will offer guests a high-end experience complete with a world-class spa, gym and lake-view swimming pool.
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GISHWATI-MUKURA NATIONAL PARK
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Later this year, tourism products will be bookable in Gishwati-Mukura National Park, which consists of 2,558 hectares of natural forest. Some activities offered in the national park include primate tracking and birdwatching. Visitors can also take part in community activities and experiences such as live cultural dances, farm stays and a tea plantation tour.
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Product Highlights
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Vintage Rides
Motorcycle Tours
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Vintage Rides provides a new take on touring the Rwandan forests, mountains, lakes and national parks by providing a nine-day tour on vintage motorcycles. Guests will cruise around Kigali, Akagera National Park, Volcanoes National Park and more.
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| The King’s Palace |
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At the King’s Palace, visitors will see a reconstruction of the traditional royal residence as it appeared in the 1930s. The beautifully crafted thatched dwelling is shaped like a large beehive and incorporates traditional Rwandan craftsmanship. The palace grounds are also home to the famous long-horned Inyambo cattle, descended from the king’s herd.
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The country of Rwanda has a traditional hairstyle known as “Amasunzu.” Both men and women used to wear this hairstyle, which was considered prestigious and symbolized nobility and bravery.
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