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Traveling to and from Rwanda during Covid-19 The information on this page will be updated periodically as requirements and protocols change. Comprehensive resources can be found on the Rwanda Biomedical Centre website: https://rbc.gov.rw. Date of last update: 26/May/2023 Traveling to Rwanda Covid-19 testing is no longer a requirement prior to boarding the flight to Rwanda. However, regular Covid-19 testing is encouraged. The Passenger Locator Form is no longer a requirement before departure. An additional Covid test is no longer required upon arrival at Kigali International Airport For complete details please reference … Read More

Travel Insurance

Why is travel insurance so important? In today’s changing travel environment, it’s important to protect your travel investment so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss or even a sudden sickness or injury could impact your travel plans. For your convenience, we offer Travelex Insurance protection plans to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected.     For more information on the available plans or contact Travelex Insurance at 1-800-228-9792 and reference location number 23-0071. The product descriptions provided … Read More

Here are a few helpful links to use when planning your trip. It’s a good idea to check them all out and familiarize yourself with Rwanda and Tanzania! Africa Travel Association AMREF Flying Doctors Society of Africa Better Business Bureau Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) (For Rwanda) Rwanda Embassy Kenya Embassy Tanzania Embassy Travelex Insurance Services Trip Advisor US Department of State US Department of State – STEP Program British Airways Delta Airlines Emirates Ethiopian Airlines KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Kenya Airways Qatar Airways Rwandair South African Airways Turkish … Read More

Packing List

General Packing List In general, pack lightly. Leave room for gifts and souvenirs. Soft­sided luggage packs more easily into the safari vehicle. Always carry passport, airline tickets and money on your person. A fanny pack or moneybag that hangs around the neck works well. In case luggage doesn’t arrive the same day you do, put enough clothing and supplies for the first day in your carry-­on luggage. Footwear Sturdy, comfortable shoes, preferably waterproof. They will get dirty. Tennis shoes or sandals for lounging in the evening Comfortable, breathable socks Clothing … Read More

We have compiled this information for you from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website (http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/rwanda) for your easy reference as a traveler planning to visit Rwanda / East Africa. Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor (ideally, 4-6 weeks) before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. Routine vaccines: Make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines before every trip. These vaccines include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, polio vaccine, and your yearly flu shot. Yellow Fever: Health recommendation: Yellow fever is … Read More

Rwanda Visa Information

Rwanda Visa Application Citizens of all countries are allowed to get visa upon arrival without prior application. Citizens of all countries that are not visa exempt have also option to submit application online or at the Rwanda Diplomatic Missions of the country of residence before departure. Those applying online have the option to pay online or upon arrival. There is no single affiliated Agent that is authorized to apply for visa on your behalf. You can apply for your Rwanda visa online. Click here and select Visa Application under the Immigration … Read More

Location Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec NORTH: Arusha NP Lake Manyara Ngorongoro Serengeti Tarangire Weather: Price: Popularity: Periodic Rains Costs are elevated Busy. Many lodges book full Rainy Season* Costs are reduced Slow. Few travelers Rains End Medium costs More busy Dry Season Costs are elevated Busy. Many lodges book full Dry Season Medium costs Not as busy but still busy Short Rains* Medium costs Slower Rains end Peak holiday Full holiday SOUTH: Mikumi Ruaha Selous Undzungwa Weather: Price: Popularity: Rainy Season Costs … Read More

Booking Procedure, Package Pricing, Payment & Terms Booking Procedure You make an inquiry. We contact you to set up an initial phone consultation (one person or whole group). We develop a first draft itinerary. Several variations are made until the perfect itinerary is reached. Prior to going to contract we have our office in Kigali run a comprehensive availability check on all accommodations and request provisional bookings. If all accommodations are available, you are sent a final contract/itinerary for signing and your deposit is due (see Terms & Conditions). If availability is … Read More