Reformed-poachers cultural village — community-run Rwandan heritage experience at the foot of the volcanoes.
Iby'Iwacu ('the treasure of our home') is a pioneering community tourism project next to Volcanoes NP. The village employs former poachers as hosts — they now guide visitors through traditional homesteads, hunting demonstrations, dance performances, and Intore warrior ceremonies. Every ticket supports the community.
Real observations published to GBIF by researchers, lodges, and citizen scientists — refreshed daily.
Best time to visit
Year-round
Choose a curated departure or use any of these as a starting point — we'll tailor the itinerary, dates and pace to you.
Kigali Memorial + Nyamata + Murambi + King's Palace + Ethnographic Museum + Iby'Iwacu.
Track golden monkeys in Volcanoes NP + visit the Batwa community — a perfect gorilla add-on.