Lake Kivu ;is home to around 28 fish species, half of which are cichlids found only in Lake Kivu. Four species have been introduced to the lake. Around 142 species of plants, 80 species of birds, 52 species of invertebrates, six species of mammals, six species of reptiles, and five species of amphibians are found…

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Gishwati- Mukura National Park; Composed of two forests, the larger Gishwati and small Mukura, GishwatiMukura National Park was established as part of the country’s ambitious landscape restoration programme, Landscape Approach to Forest Restoration and Conservation (LAFREC), as the forests were nearly depleted. Thanks to intensive conservation efforts, the park was recently named among the World…

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Nyungwe National Park; is one of the oldest protected mountain rainforests in Africa, and it’s rich in biodiversity and beautiful landscapes teeming with wildlife such as chimpanzees as well as 12 other species of primate, including the L’Hoest’s monkey endemic to the Albertine Rift. The most famous and unique feature of the park is the…

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Akagera National Park;  Located in north eastern Rwanda is dominated by swamps, lakes and the River Kagera, which is where the park’s name “Akagera” was derived. The park is a remarkable eco-system with a network of water sources and unique landscapes. The park is home to a variety of wild animals including the Big 5,…

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Volcanoes National Park; Located in the northwest of Rwanda, Volcanoes National Park is famous for the steep slopes of its magnificent dormant volcanoes range – namely Kalisimbi, Muhabura, Bisoke, Gahinga and Sabyinyo. The park has the highest of endangered mountain gorillas in the world and is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Volcanoes National Park shelters a variety…

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