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activity and sustainable transportation methods,

Rwanda hosts monthly Car Free Days in its green
capital city of Kigali. On every first and third Sunday
of the month, busy streets are shut down to make

way for bikers, runners and skaters of all ages. While
striving for reducing emissions, Car Free Days are
highly anticipated among Kigali residents as it offers
a safe way to socialize and get active outdoors.

All Rwandans aged 18 to 65 are required to participate in Umuganda,
5. The bar for sustainable eco-tourism is set sky- including the president!
high.
Inspired by the likes of Bhutan and Botswana,

Rwanda has made a deliberate decision to promote
exclusive, low-footprint travel that protects the
environment and benefits local communities.
Many accommodations put animal conservation,
reforestation efforts, and sustainability at the

forefront–one of our favorites being One & Only
Nyungwe. Featured on our Rwanda Walking trip, Also known as ‘the land of a thousand hills,’ Rwanda’s shiny coffee fields
the resort plays a critical role in the conservation of cover stunning rolling landscapes as far as the eye can see

natural habitats and critically endangered species.
With an abundance of lodges operating off of the
Bioregional’s One Planet Living Sustainability
Framework., Rwanda sets the standard for mindful
eco-tourism.

6. Rwanda will become the first African nation to
host the Road World Championships.

While the bid was tight between Rwanda and Local women working in a coffee field
Morocco, The International Cycling Union has
confirmed that Kigali is set to host the 2025 Road
World Championships, a first for Africa. With an
incredible mix of stunning vistas, challenging ascents

and thrilling descents, it’s a no-brainer that Rwanda
has become a hot spot for cyclists in recent years.
The country has long been known to host the Tour

du Rwanda, where thousands of spectators gather
to cheer on local riders and those from neighboring
Kigali’s Car Free Days encourage exercise and socialization among resi-
countries. Bouncing off of the Tour’s cult following, dents while reducing air pollution and gasoline demand

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