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Stories from the road

Practical guides, local tips and sustainable travel stories from Rwanda and Uganda.

Car Rental

Plan car hire in Rwanda with a Kigali pickup checklist, self-drive and 4x4 choices, airport transfers and routes to Musanze and Lake Kivu.

October 18, 20266 min read

Travel Guide

Self-drive vs chauffeur, insurance, hybrid options, driving tips and what it actually costs to rent a car in Kigali in 2026.

June 21, 20268 min read

Gorilla Trekking

What a gorilla trekking permit costs in Rwanda and Uganda this year, what's included, how to book, and how to keep the rest of the trip affordable.

October 18, 20267 min read

Travel Guide

Crossing at Gatuna/Katuna, Cyanika or Mirama Hills by rental car: the COMESA Yellow Card, tourist visas, border paperwork and drive times.

October 18, 20268 min read

Sustainability

Plastic bans, Umuganda, refillable bottles, e-bikes and hybrid driving — simple ways to travel lighter on your next East Africa trip.

October 18, 20266 min read

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