Official Rwanda Development Board (RDB) | Website
Official Rwanda Development Board (RDB) | Website is a government department that integrates all government agencies responsible for the attraction, retention, and facilitation of investments in the national economy. The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) is under the supervision of the Office of the President and is governed by a Board of Directors made up of global entrepreneurs and experts. RDB was established in 2008 out of a merger of 8 Government institutions, primarily to create a One Stop Shop for business and investments. RDB has been built with global expertise and modelled on international best practice.
Currently, RDB’s key services are; Investment Promotion, Export & SEZ Development, Investment Deals Negotiation, Tourism and Conservation, Skills Development and One Stop Center services (business and investment registration, visa facilitation, EIA, tax incentives management, etc.)
RDB is here to provide support throughout the entire investment journey and to ensure that Rwanda remains one of the best places to do business in Africa and the World.
Rwanda Development Board (RDB)
Vision
To transform Rwanda into a dynamic global hub for business, investment, and innovation.
Mission
Fast-tracking economic development in Rwanda by enabling private sector growth.
Objective
To make RDB a remarkable institution.
Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tours
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is a premier wildlife experience, taking place in Volcanoes National Park, home to several habituated mountain gorilla families. Permits cost US $1,500 per person per trek, which lasts 1 hour with the gorillas. Treks are generally accessible, ranging from 30 minutes to 4+ hours, with 96 permits issued daily.
1 Day Gorilla Trek Rwanda
A 1-day gorilla trek in Rwanda is a, high-intensity, ~18-hour, trip, starting in Kigali around 4:30 AM for a 2-3 hour drive to Volcanoes National Park. It includes a, ~7:00, AM briefing, guided hiking (1-8 hours), and one hour with gorillas. It is a, fully, Private tour, costing roughly, $1,970-$2,200pp, including the $1,500 permit.
2-Day Gorilla Trek Rwanda
A two-Day Gorilla Trek Rwanda typically involves traveling to Volcanoes National Park for a gorilla trek, with the possibility of adding a cultural experience. The first day usually includes a transfer from Kigali to the park, with an optional cultural tour in the evening. The second day is dedicated to the gorilla trek itself, followed by a return to Kigali.
3-Day Gorilla Trek Rwanda
Three-Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda commences with an exploration of Kigali and a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Subsequently, you will commence a picturesque drive to Volcanoes National Park, pausing along route to see local culture and encapsulate the essence of Rwanda’s unique heritage. The pinnacle of the journey is a gorilla trekking adventure.