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Trip Highlights

 

''Taste of Volunteering'' Project Description

Repairs & Renovations, Teaching computers (if you speak French)
The volunteer project is based at two schools in Cyangugu, wedged between Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Help paint, lay cement and do woodwork (some skill required), and create a sports ground. If you speak French, teach computing, help with sports and arts (after-school).

Trip Summary

Rwanda is fondly known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills" and ample rain, sun and fertile soil make this a region bountiful in spectacular flora and fauna.

Despite deforestation and illegal poaching the mighty mountain gorillas manage to maintain a foothold in the lush Volcano National Park. Come within meters of these beautiful great apes. Be astonished by the complex social interaction and raw power of these graceful creatures.

Rwanda is recovering rapidly from the horrific troubles of the recent past, yet it is estimated that 60% of the population still live below the poverty line. This trip presents a remarkable opportunity for you to make a difference at the grass roots of society. Help improve the education level and facilities of the next generation. Get to know the local community and gain a deeper understanding for the complex issues that have haunted this beautiful country. Play a small part in developing the facilities that will allow a new era of educated Rwandans drive their country forward.

For more information please contact us.

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Feel free to contact us if you have any enquiries about this trip.   contact us

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Info
Tour Code:
RW001
Length:
15 Days
Activity Level:
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Comfort Level:
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Projects:
Teaching
Repairs and Renovations
Police Check:
Required
Guest Numbers:
2 - 12

Price from
US$3,400

Approximately:
NZ$ 4,850
GB£ 2,200
AU$ 3,800
CA$ 3,600
EUR€ 2,550
Extra charge for solo travelers:
US$ 1,245



The price is per person, based on 2 people sharing a room. We can tailor-make a trip to meet your exact requirements.
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With one person booking, please contact us for the price of your trip.
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Dates

You can choose your own trip start dates. Please contact us if you would like to proceed or require any further information.
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Suggested Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive and transfer to hotel in Kigali (D)
Day 2: Akagera National Park (B,L,D)
Day 3: Game drives in Akagera (B,L)
Day 4: Volcanoes Park (B,L,D)
Day 5: Gorilla tracking (B,L,D)
Day 6: Drive to Gisenyi (B,L,D)
Day 7: Boat trip to Kibuye (B,L,D)
Day 8: Nyungwe National Park (B,L,D)
Day 9: Primates tracking in Nyungwe (B,L,D)
Day 10: Volunteering begins in Cyangugu (B,L,D)
Day 11-14: Volunteering in Cyangugu (B,L,D)
Day 15: Drive to Kigali, city tour, trip ends (B)

(B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)


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