RESPONSIBLE TOURISM & ECO-TOURISM IN RWANDA, UGANDA, & THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO

About Amahoro Tours

Literally translated, ‘‘Amahoro’’ means Peace. It’s not only the name of our company but also our motto. Our fundamental objective here, at Amahoro Tours, is to promote local tourism that is both responsible and sustainable. We do it with a view to not only contribute to the economic development of the region and the prosperity of all those involved but also to raise awareness and help visitors to Central Africa and the surrounding regions understand our way of life. Come join us on one of many African tours and enrich your experience with exciting cultural activities in the lush and unspoiled scenic heart of the African continent.

Through the years, we have established ourselves as leaders in eco-tourism and community-based tourism in Rwanda. Our customizable tours are designed to provide you with as much interaction with the locals and like-minded visitors as possible, while also enabling you to enjoy nature at its finest. We cooperate with an extensive network of community organizations, international NGOs, and volunteers from the four corners of the world.

Prompt, efficient, engaging, and safe — these are the qualities that set Amahoro Tours apart. Rely on us to turn your sojourn, however brief, into a journey of exploration.

RED ROCKS INITIATIVES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT-( RRISD)

Red Rocks Initiative (www.redrocksinitiative.org ) works hand in hand with its sister social enterprise Amahoro Tours and Red Rocks Rwanda with a mandate to link tourism, conservation, and sustainable development in our community and as we look forward to the next years as we continue mitigating the aftermath of the Covid 19 pandemic on our village as a travel destination we are heavily challenged with a need to revive our community-led programs that were the sole income generating activities for our local people.

Our initiative is embracing a re-approach program, committed to offering skills training as a way of providing job support while creating sustainable models that meet the needs of different targeted specific groups of our community members.

Our work encompasses the efforts of a network of local communities, co-operatives, and individuals, who participate in tourism activities, and most of the activities offered by Amahoro Tours focus on visits to our many partners. We believe tourism plays a major role as a tool for sustainable development, the alleviation of poverty, and the promotion of peace.

We offer an unforgettable experience that is unique to every visitor. Where possible, visitors can even enjoy hands-on activities and games by participating in cultural activities. We offer Rwanda toursCongo tours, and Uganda tours, all of which offer a unique and memorable experience.

Mission Statement

Responsible Tourism & Eco-Tourism

Through our activities, we support the conservation of the natural environment and the preservation of cultural assets. Furthermore, by sharing our revenue and other economic benefits with the locals, we help nurture their sense of pride and their awareness that someone cares. In so doing, our objective is to contribute to the sustainable development of local populations.

Join hands with Amahoro Tours, and help us make a difference!

About Greg

Over the past years, Greg has gained experience working as a Rwandan tour organiser and guide for various international tour operators. His professionalism and reliability, along with his exceptional understanding of the needs and desires of international visitors, have gained him renown among clients and respect among the members of local communities.

He is the co-founder and president of the Ruhengeri Community Eco-Tourism Association, a local association of people collaborating to enhance tourism development in Rwanda.

Greg relies on a network of contacts in the area, all of whom are happy to take part in this project. With his experience, know-how, and contacts, Greg will make your bespoke visitor experience memorable, while also benefiting the locals as much as possible.

Greg works with an experienced and highly motivated local staff team responsible for client contacts, as well as tour development and facilitation.

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ABOUT JAMES

James Cave has built a solid reputation as teacher and coach in Minnesota, United States of America, for more than 20 years. During this time, he has managed to develop viable educational travel programs for high school students together with private groups to Washington, DC, the Civil Rights South, the Civil War East, and in Guatemala, Ghana, Thailand, and most recently Rwanda.

James first came to Rwanda in 2005 to study the culture of the people and gain a deeper insight of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi for the high school social curriculum he was developing at that time. His coming to Rwanda opened his eyes to how the people of Rwanda have moved on from the traumatic days of the genocide, and over two decades later, have through sheer resilience managed to build a post-genocide country now known for its development, peace, and serenity.

During his trip to Rwanda, James met the director of Amahoro Tours, Greg Bakunzi, to whom he struck an immediate friendship with. For over the next 10 years, James has managed to spend almost a year in Rwanda doing more research, and bringing into the country several student groups for the purpose of immersing themselves in the rich culture and history of Rwanda
Due to his many years of experience touring the country, and learning about their history and way of life, James has been a strong voice speaking around the United States on varied topics about the genocide in Rwanda, social justice, and restorative justice.

`About Dr. Kim Hammond

Doctor Kim Hammond is a licensed veterinarian and our primary Gorilla and Primate Tour adviser.

AWARDS

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