The team of Amahoro Tours welcomes you to the 'Land of a Thousand Hills'. We invite you to discover Africa's best kept secret - an exciting natural and cultural experience of a still widely unspoilt part of the continent.

We are the established leader in community-based tourism and ecotourism in Rwanda. Our tailor-made tours guarantee a maximum of interaction with the local population and intimate experiences with Rwanda's beautiful nature. We cooperate with an extensive network of community organisations, international NGOs and likeminded private companies.

Our primary goal is to promote a high-quality visitor experience in an environment which benefits an increasing number of local people directly, as our partners, yet without compromising the very assets upon which the destination depends; namely, a spectacularly beautiful natural environment amid a largely unspoilt cultural environment.

DID YOU KNOW? Rwanda is separated from the Democratic Republic of the Congo by Lake Kivu and the Rusizi River valley to the west; it is bounded on the north by Uganda, to the east by Tanzania, and to the south by Burundi. The capital, Kigali, is located in the centre of the country.

This March, I spent 2 weeks in Rwanda - volunteering and then traveling with 13 other American Students from Yale University. Rwanda was absolutely INCREDIBLE. Agahozo Shalom Youth Village, the organization where we volunteered does really amazing work. They have created an environment where kids who probably saw their parents murdered in front of their eyes feel safe enough to play, study, love and be loved. The traveling portion was equally amazing. From hearing one of three survivors speak at Nyamata genocide memorial (a stop that left no one's eyes dry) to coming within feet of regal Silverbacks and coy baby gorillas - It is not exaggerating to say that the trip was life changing for each one of us. Everything was meticulously organized beforehand, but Egide and Amahoro were also incredibly flexible - allowing us to change and add to the plan on the fly. The found clean and quaint accommodations, even fort our shoestring budget, and the itinerary was a perfect blend of educational sights and fun. Between Akagera, where we were actually able to get out of the car and walk among a field of Zebras; Gisenyi, where we lounged on the banks of the crystalline Lake Kivu; and Ruhengeri, where we spent time in a Pygmy Village and trekked to the Gorillas - the trip was truly mind-blowing. Rwanda is such a beautiful country - I don't think any of us were expecting it to be half as lush as it was. Parts of it - up north especially - seem to be almost enchanted. The trip by far exceeded any expectations I had. My only complaint is how hard it’s been to adjust to the daily grind back at Yale. Here in New Haven we miss Egide and Greg a lot. We've been chatting with them by email and Facebook and cannot wait to go back to Rwanda to tour with them again! Haley Cohen, Yale University.

I traveled for two weeks through Rwanda, The Congo, and Uganda with Amahoro tours, in October, 2008. I especially wanted to see the Silverback Gorillas and other wildlife. I had what was easily the experience of a lifetime. I feel that I really got to see Rwanda, and meet people. Greg is an extremely likeable and trustworthy person. He knows his territory and is easy to approach with any concerns that come up. My trip was a well-orchestrated tour. Also, the men that Greg hires are competent, knowledgeable, and accessible. I fully recommend his company to anyone considering travel in Rwanda, the Congo, and Uganda. Sincerely, Larry Rosenberg, MD

Dear Greg, Thank you so much for all your help with planning an amazing trip for myself and my friend. We truly felt immersed in the culture of your country, and we were awed by the vast array of natural resources that fill Rwanda. Akagera was so beautiful, and the variety of wildlife there was stunning. No words would ever be adequate to explain how humbled we were by the privilege of spending time with the mountain gorillas in their habitat. We greatly appreciated your attention to detail in making us feel welcome and comfortable during our stay. Each of the people that we met during our travels through the villages, marketplaces and at the children’s center had such a wonderful spirit. Spending time with them, really made the trip special. You and your guide Isaac are wonderful ambassadors for you country. I hope we can come again soon, Keisha Adkins, DVM

As a cinematographer for the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project in Rwanda and Congo, Greg and his team make the journey through this amazing area of Africa, safe, enjoyable, and memorable. The food is great, and lodging is comfortable, and the team of Amahoro Tours is knowledgeable, and friendly. I would consider them to be the top tour company in this area of Africa. Roy Heisler