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Land of a thousand hills and gorilla trekking
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<p># Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda Nestled in northwestern Rwanda near Musanze, Volcanoes National Park spans 160 square kilometers of pristine rainforest within the mist-shrouded Virunga Mountains. Established in 1925 as Africa's first national park, this conservation landmark protects five volcanoes including the dormant Mount Karisimbi at 14,787 feet. The park is renowned as a sanctuary for endangered mountain gorillas, one of Africa's Big Seven, alongside golden monkeys and diverse bird species. Its ancient rainforest represents the birthplace of African conservation, famously studied by primatologist Dian Fossey. Visitors experience unparalleled wildlife encounters through mountain gorilla trekking, the park's signature adventure. Additional activities include hiking volcanic peaks and birdwatching expeditions. Located just two hours from Kigali and easily accessible by public transportation, the park offers adventurers transformative experiences in one of Africa's most remarkable ecosystems.</p>
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<p># Kigali: Rwanda's Vibrant Capital Kigali, Rwanda's capital city, serves as the heart of this East African nation. While Kigali itself is an urban center, the country's premier wildlife destination lies in Akagera National Park, located in Rwanda's eastern region. Established in 1934, Akagera stands as Central Africa's largest protected wetland and Rwanda's last remaining savannah refuge. Akagera hosts diverse wildlife including lions, reintroduced in 2015, eastern black rhinos brought in 2017 and 2019, and over 100 African bush elephants. Visitors also encounter giraffes, zebras, hippos, and numerous antelope species across the park's expansive landscape. The stunning Lake Ihema within the park enables boat cruises alongside traditional game drives. Since African Parks assumed management in 2010, wildlife populations have thrived dramatically, with the park approaching complete self-financing through growing tourism revenue. Today, Akagera represents a conservation success story, harboring over 8,000 large animals while driving community development and biodiversity restoration throughout Rwanda.</p>
