Rwanda: The Bradt Travel Guide

by Philip Briggs, Janice Booth

Tourism in Rwanda--"Land of a Thousand Hills"--is developing rapidly, and this updated edition lists the newest hotels, tours, activities, tour operators and all other travel practicalities. Whether you want to explore Rwanda's ancient and modern history, watch performances of traditional dance and drumming, or climb a volcano, this guide is an essential part of your trip. Visit the three National Parks with their varied wildlife, track chimps in Nyungwe Forest, and, of course, visit the world-famous gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park. With 50 extra pages this guide reflects rapid changes and improvements to the tourist infrastructure of an emerging tourist destination. This guide *The very latest updates on hotels, tours, and transport*Twice as many maps--all updated*Conservation areas and national parks in detail*What to see and do in and around Kigali, including local markets, handicrafts, restaurants, and memorials*"Giving something back"--development projects

Genres: Africa, Nonfiction, Travel

288 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2001

Reviews

[Jean Baptiste]

The country is safe to visitors and many things have been done to improve Hospitality and Tourism Sector in Rwanda. I am a tour guide in Rwanda and no even single visitor get a problem while he/she is on our land. Feel free to visit and for sure the best things wait you.
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[Ben · Rating 3 out of 5]

Generally useful though now a bit outdated. I would have liked it if the guide mentioned that Rwanda is currently run via dictatorship and has been for awhile, however. Generally this means the country is very safe for tourists - the level of violent crime is very low - but it also means you should try to remember that open criticism of the government is something that can get you deported if you're a foreigner and I didn't ask what becomes of citizens.

[Celine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great resource if you're planning a trip to Rwanda - I usually choose LP over any other travel guide book, but LP's coverage of Rwanda is short and within it's full length Africa travel book. I was happy with the Philip, Briggs guide. Really helpful in learning about gorilla trekking (what to expect, what to wear, descriptions of gorilla groups and hikes, cost, etc).

[Lashelle Hill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Janice Booth does an excellent job with this guide. Her personal experience with the country is evidence throughout the book.