Day 01
Volcano Foothills Ride to the Twin Lakes and Kinigi
- Early dawn awakening in Musanze:
- Kickstart your day before dawn in Musanze.
- Meet your enthusiastic bicycle guide.
- Explore the Volcanoes foothill belt.
- Cycling towards the Twin Lakes:
- Embark on a thrilling cycling journey.
- Head towards the border between Rwanda and Uganda.
- Reach the Twin Lakes.
- Traverse picturesque landscapes back from the Twin Lakes to Kinigi.
- Kwita Izina Center stopover in Kinigi:
- Pause for inspiration at the Kwita Izina Center.
- Learn about conservation efforts.
- Be part of the rich history of the gorilla naming ceremony.
- Ellen DeGeneres Center for Excellence:
- Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Center for Excellence.
- Engage with the work of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
- Draw inspiration from the legacy of Dian Fossey.
- Community projects exploration:
- Witness the impact of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
- Visit community projects financed by the fund.
- Discover sustainable initiatives uplifting local communities.
- Byangabo Center finale:
- Conclude your cycling journey at the Byangabo Center.
- Engage with locals and share stories.
- Relish the unique experiences offered by the center.
- Midday meal and reflection:
- Reconvene in Musanze for a midday meal.
- Share tales of cycling exploits and inspiring encounters.
- Reflect on transformative experiences in Rwanda.
- Overnight stay at Virunga Homestay:
- Stay at the Virunga Homestay.
- Enjoy the tranquility of the Rwandan night.
- Experience local hospitality and share journey stories with your host.
