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Earlier this month, the Rwandan Ministry of Health announced changes to the policy regarding testing before arrival that gives travelers more flexibility. Now, all visitors to Rwanda must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate in hand that was conducted within 120 hours of departure, which means travelers must be tested and get results no more than five days before their first flight. This allows for more flexibility than the initial 72-hour window that was required upon Rwanda's reopening on August 1. For more information regarding arrivals to Rwanda and COVID-19 policies, as well as the recently awarded World Travel and Tourism Council "Safe Travels" stamp, please reference this FAQ resource document and the video below!

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Rwanda Rebounds – Tourism Returns

Inbound tourism to Rwanda has shown a promising return after borders reopened to international travelers on August 1. Luxury hotels in Rwanda have begun welcoming guests once again; Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Bisate Lodge both reopened their doors on August 15, and One&Only Gorilla's Nest reopened September 1. Throughout August, thousands of international and domestic tourists visited these hotels and Rwanda's top attractions and national parks. Visit Rwanda looks forward to welcoming thousands of more guests in the next few months.

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Gorilla Trekking has Resumed with COVID-19 Safety in Mind

Volcanoes National Park is welcoming visitors back while keeping the gorillas' and tourists' safety top of mind. Before and during any gorilla trek, guests and staff are expected to wear masks at all times as well as use the provided hand-washing stations set up at all entry points to the park. Guests and staff are also expected to clean and disinfect their footwear before visiting the park and maintain social distancing throughout the trekking experience. Rwanda's gorillas are ready for the return of their fellow primates!

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Why Rwanda?

Hear from esteemed experts in the travel industry regarding how Rwanda captured their interest and hearts. In this video, Ian Swain of Swain Destinations shares details of his firsthand experience visiting Rwanda – from the museums of Kigali and scenic rolling hills of Nyungwe National Park to the once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experiences of Volcanoes National Park – and even notes the trip changed his life.

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Rwanda's Key Tourist Attractions – A Reference Guide

Visit Rwanda created this handy attractions guide that's perfect for outlining your clients' trip of a lifetime. With a map layout and activity reference guide, you can easily see which regions of Rwanda should be incorporated into your clients' visit based on their interests. Here you'll even find information on Rwanda's lesser-known tourist attractions, like the Congo Nile Trail cycling near Rubavu or birdwatching in Gishwati-Mukura National Park.

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The Retreat By Heaven

Clients considering a trip to Rwanda might consider The Retreat By Heaven for their 24-hour quarantine upon arrival, as the hotel is one of 24 local Kigali hotels designated for the mandated quarantine period. The Retreat boasts 12 five-star luxury rooms with private patios, indoor/outdoor rain showers, locally-crafted sustainable furniture and more, perfect for a relaxing first day in Rwanda while awaiting test results.

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The Kigali Marriott

Like The Retreat, The Kigali Marriott is also one of the approved hotels for the 24-hour quarantine period upon arrival in Rwanda. Stylish rooms and lavish suites with panoramic city views are paired with deluxe amenities and premium services to ensure your clients will feel relaxed and comfortable upon arrival in Rwanda.

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Did you know?

October 1 is International Coffee Day! Rwanda has been growing delicious Arabica coffee beans since the introduction of coffee trees to the region in 1904. Today, a patchwork of more than 450,000 small growers produce coffee, with many of the coffee farms centered near the shores of Lake Kivu.

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