A honeymoon safari destination is vital and is often chosen carefully. Marriage is a life commitment and at the start of this journey, many choose to go on a honeymoon safari. This is to celebrate their love and simply mark the start of a new life chapter. The East African region has over the years become a leading honeymoon safari destination with several cool experiences.
East Africa is however is wide region with particular outstanding destinations that people choose to visit. Rwanda is one of those destinations that has gained popularity thanks to its beauty and uniqueness. With the many honeymoon safari destination options available below are some of the reasons that make Rwanda A must for your once-in-a-lifetime memorable event.
Clean and organized City
Rwanda is ranked the cleanest country on the African planet and you get to confirm this when you visit. Littering and waste management is a great issue in many cities but you do not find that in Kigali. Kigali city is organized with well-maintained trees and gardens.
Some countries maintain cleanliness in the city center with their countryside untidy. Rwanda is however different as the cleanliness and organization are well managed even in places outside the city center. Such cleanliness is boosted by the Umuganda a communal cleaning practice of every Rwandan every last Saturday of the month. Here all citizens dedicate the early morning hours to cleaning their surroundings and later go by their normal business.
No one when newly married would like to go on a honeymoon safari to a dirty country. This is the primary reason why many choose to visit Rwanda over and over again not just for honeymoon but for anniversaries as well.
Exclusive Honeymoon destinations
Rwanda even though small has several exclusive honeymoon safari destinations. The hilly nature of the country makes places outside the city remote and the drive to these destinations is very scenic and lovely. Nyungwe National Park is secluded in the southwestern part of Rwanda. It takes about a 6-hour scenic drive from Kigali to Nyungwe forest with en route stopovers. Nyungwe forest is one of East Africa’s oldest and well-preserved forests and nothing beats being in such a place on your honeymoon safari.
While in Nyungwe, you can choose to cuddle and stay in your lodge or engage in simple adventurous activities. Chimpanzee trekking is the most commonly done activity here. You can also go for guided nature walks in the forest, tea plantations, or a birding excursion.
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park is another incredible safari destination in Rwanda. The park is home to the rare and endangered mountain gorillas. It serves as Rwanda’s leading adventure destination and is also a great honeymoon safari destination. It refreshes bonding with nature and it is rewarding doing that with one of man’s closest primates. Mountain gorillas just like us humans live in families that are catered for and led by a dominant male. Learning about such aspects of life in our primate relatives can only bring more confidence in togetherness and Love. Marriage and honeymoons only make sense with such unity and love and a gorilla trekking honeymoon safari is the best experience you can ever have.
Rwanda Gorilla trekking tours vary depending on the number of days you have for your honeymoon safari. If you want to combine this with other Rwanda tour adventures you can do at least a 10-day Rwanda safari. This features a visit to Nyungwe and Akagera National Park as well. In case you are only interested in mountain gorillas then a 2, 3, and 4-day Rwanda Gorilla Tour Options can fit best.
Luxurious and exclusive safari Lodges
The accommodation type you choose for your honeymoon safari is a game changer. Rwanda luckily has over the years had an evolution in its accommodation facilities attracting some of the top luxurious brands. All safari destinations in Rwanda have several lodging options ranging from budget to high-end facilities.
The luxury brands even though quite pricey stand out because of their exquisite locations and all-inclusive offers. We can all agree that you would not entertain any form of disturbances and interruption while on honeymoon. Staying at an all-inclusive lodge and resort gives you just this as they only wait to serve you the very best.
Some of the most recommended honeymoon safari lodges in Rwanda include One and only Nyungwe House, Bisate Lodge, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Magashi Camp, and Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge among others. You can still choose to relax at the lodges or go out for simple Rwanda Tour activities.
Easy accessibility
Rwanda has a well-developed transportation system and is currently constructing the region’s largest airport. Being a landlocked country, Rwanda can best be accessed by air and the current services at Kigali International Airport are great. Once the construction of the new airport is completed, getting in will even be easier.
When coming from the neighboring countries you can still easily access Rwanda by the well-developed Road transportation system. While in Rwanda, it is also easy to access any other destinations you are interested in by either road or air transport. You will therefore never have a hard time getting around when you choose Rwanda as your honeymoon safari destination.
Rwanda also recently announced a free visa policy for all African citizens and passport holders. You do not have to worry if you are European, American, or Asian as you can still get the Visa upon arrival even without prior application. Many countries outside the African continent have bilateral agreements with Rwanda and their Citizens also do not require a visa.
Hospitable People
Rwandan people are very hospitable and welcoming always making you feel at home. Such a kind of hospitality is what one needs when on their honeymoon safari. You will therefore never go wrong by choosing Rwanda as your honeymoon safari destination.
Beyond this hospitality, Rwanda has a rich culture and heritage. This can be experienced in the community and cultural visits at the different destinations. Celebrate Love and bond with more people on Rwandan Journeys of Discovery. You can do all that with a trusted safari planner and at Discovery Journeys we customize all our safari itineraries to your preference.
Our adventure and honeymoon safari journeys go beyond Rwanda to Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. Kenya has classic and best-kept safari destinations including the famous Masai Mara. For the best of Tanzania adventures, you can take on Road trip adventures and other safari getaways. Contact us now to start planning.
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