Rwanda makes it in many ways an irresistible location that numerous couples in their honeymoon never regret having made it a choice for their number one destination. These are some of the activities that honeymooners should look out for while in Rwanda on their epic honeymoon safari.
Lake Kivu beaches.
While it may hit many people with surprise, there are beaches in Rwanda besides the country being landlocked. White sand beaches are along Lake Kivu’s shores. Another fascinating fact is that the lake doesn’t host any dangerous animals. This therefore informs all prospective visitors about the safety they should expect while swimming in Lake Kivu’s waters.
Some of the notable beaches on Lake Kivu are Ishara Beach, Rushel Kivu Lodge Beach, Kinunu Guest House Beach, Lake Kivu Serena Beach, Rubavu Public Beach, Tam Tam Beach and Golf Eden Rock Beach. Besides swimming, the couples can busk in the sun on a shiny day while sipping a cold drink.
Boat cruises.
Cruises definitely will add a memorable taste to the couples taking off time for a honeymoon on the luxurious cruises available. These cruises are common on Lake Kivu, Rwanda’s biggest lake. While on any of the afternoon or morning cruises, one has an opportunity to view beautiful waters, get a feel of the cool breeze, and also view wildlife on the shores of the lake.
There’s also an opportunity to view numerous water birds that fly over the lake while hunting for fish.
City tours.
The most epic city tour happens in Rwanda’s capital. Kigali is ranked among Africa’s cleanest and most organized cities. The city has been resilient in its pursuit to becoming Africa’s model city. There are numerous areas such as historical sites, Ivuka Arts Kigali, Inema Art Center, Choose Kigali Art Gallery, Niyo Art Gallery, 1000 Hills Distillery and Kigali Genocide Memorial Center.
Kigali city is home to luxurious hotels, bars, and restaurants such as Heaven Boutique Hotel, Hotel des Milles Collines, Radisson Blu, Marriott Hotel, and numerous more. These come with distinct facilities such as swimming pools, jacuzzi, saunas, WiFi, spacious parking lot, local Rwandan buffet, and lots more facilities that can make anyone’s honeymoon memorable.
Game drives.
How about a honeymoon in the wilderness? Rwanda’s Akagera National Park is the best spot. With the company of experienced guides, wildlife encounters for couples on a honeymoon are fulfilling. Besides that, visitors enjoy hours of game drives viewing Elephants, hyenas, giraffes, lions, leopards, zebras, antelopes, bushbuck and more.
The gaze has an addition of a hot air balloon that’s a new introduction for the visitors to have an aerial view of Akagera’s wilderness. The most amazing part that would generally interest the couples is the sunrise and sunset views while on high altitude.
Gorilla trekking.
The strongest primates on African continent are readily available for visiting by honeymooners. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda happens in Volcanoes National Park. There are over 10 habituated gorilla families available for this adventure.
Gorilla trekking can go on for up to two hours, which time gives trekkers a memorable experience around a family of mountain gorillas. The experience is guided by rangers who also provide security for the visitors while in the jungles. It’s therefore an activity that couples on honeymoon should consider engaging in.
Canopy walk adventure.
Not so many people have had an experience of walking over a canopy. Imagine walking over a rainforest? Rwanda’s Nyungwe Forest Park is the suitable place for that. Visitors walk over the forest at extraordinary heights over the long trails, and while at it, they have an opportunity to view many plant species, birds, and hundreds of primates of vast species such as colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, vervet monkeys and mangabeys, but more especially the eastern chimpanzees which are endemic only to central and East Africa.
Shopping.
Rwanda has lots of large and small shopping areas with a vast range of commodities. Some of the these include the legendary Kirimonko Market in the heart of Kigali where tourists get to buy all forms of perishable and enduring commodities, especially the local fabrics.
Couples also have to look out for the art centers with rare art and craft which in most of their form tell the story of Rwanda through art. Some of those include Tongo Art Gallery, Ivuka Arts Kigali, Choose Kigali Art Gallery, Inema Art Center, and Niyo Art Gallery. There are also numerous shopping malls allover Kigali for high end luxury products, and local markets scattered across the country where visitors can purchase rare Rwanda foods.
Luxury glamping.
This is the best experience for couples on honeymoon. It means outdoor camping and having to take advantage of the beauties that come with such. There’s extreme comfort while at it and couples get a similar treat with resources as though they were at their homes. Glamping experience happens in Akagera National Park and provides a beautiful scenery for the wilderness as couples enjoy other luxuries that come with this package.
