4 articles tagged with butare
The morning sun painted Kigali's rolling hills in golden hues as my friend Claire's two children pressed their faces against our taxi window, eyes wide with wonder. Having volunteered to guide this family adventure through Rwanda, I was reminded of...
When I tell folks I'm heading to Rwanda, they immediately ask about gorilla trekking. Don't get me wrong – those magnificent creatures are bucket-list worthy – but there's a whole different Rwanda waiting to be discovered in Butare (officially Huye)....
As I stepped off the bus in Butare (now officially Huye), the cool highland air carried hints of eucalyptus and wood smoke. This cultural heart of Rwanda immediately felt different from bustling Kigali—more relaxed, more academic, more connected to the...
When most travelers think of Rwanda, their minds immediately jump to misty mountains and the soul-stirring experience of gorilla trekking. But let me tell you, amigos, there's a whole other dimension to this remarkable country that deserves your attention. After...