Welcome to Umugano Botanical Garden Ltd

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Eco-Tourism • Wellness • Culture • Community

Welcome to Umugano Botanical Garden Ltd

Who We Are

UMUGANO BOTANICAL GARDEN Ltd is a women-led eco-tourism company founded in 2021 and registered in Rwanda as a private limited company. We design and deliver sustainable tourism and wellness experiences that protect nature, celebrate culture, and create inclusive economic opportunities for communities surrounding Nyungwe National Park and the Lake Kivu region. The company places strong emphasis on women’s economic empowerment, local sourcing, and community participation, particularly within the Kinyaga and Bukunzi cultural zones. Our approach blends eco-friendly accommodation, wellness retreats, nature and adventure tourism, and authentic cultural experiences, offering visitors meaningful connections with Rwanda’s landscapes and people, while ensuring long-term environmental and social impact.

Our Mission

To promote sustainable tourism by delivering eco-friendly lodging and wellness experiences that nurture the mind, body, and spirit, while actively supporting biodiversity conservation and community development in Rwanda.

Our Vision

To become a leading eco-tourism destination in East Africa, recognized for environmental excellence, cultural authenticity, and positive community impact.

Destination

What We Offer

Eco-Friendly Accommodation

Eco-designed private lodges and cottages using renewable energy and natural materials, delivering high comfort with a minimal ecological footprint.

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Wellness & Retreats

Yoga and meditation retreats, nature-based healing programs, mindfulness and stress-reduction packages, and holistic spa therapies using organic and locally sourced products, including treatments from the thermal waters (Amashyuza) of Bugarama.

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Nature, Adventure & Culture

Guided forest walks, bird watching, chimpanzee trekking coordination, hiking, tea and coffee plantation tours, cultural and historical performances, and community immersion experiences rooted in Kinyaga and Bukunzi heritage.

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Experiential Tourism Products

Kivu Boat Ride and Night Fishing experiences, long-distance cycling (Gisakura–Kamembe route), Kamembe night city tours, farm-to-cup coffee and tea experiences, and curated tour operations from Kigali to Nyungwe and Lake Kivu.

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Farm-to-Table Dining

Organic meals sourced from local farmers, featuring vegetarian, vegan, and traditional Rwandan cuisine, complemented by indigenous cooking classes.

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Events & Corporate Retreats

Eco-friendly weddings, corporate retreats, team-building programs, educational workshops, and conservation events.

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  • Near Nyungwe & Kivu
Kigali Home Stay Experience

A culturally immersive home stay at our Kigali-based office, serving as an entry and exit point for visitors before and after Nyungwe and Lake Kivu tours.

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Message from the CEO

Phoebe KAMUZIMA

Welcome to UMUGANO BOTANICAL GARDEN Ltd, a women-led eco-tourism company founded on the belief that tourism should protect nature, celebrate culture, and uplift communities. Since 2021, we have been committed to delivering sustainable eco-tourism and wellness experiences that create meaningful connections between visitors and Rwanda’s rich natural and cultural heritage, particularly around Nyungwe National Park and the Lake Kivu region. Through eco-friendly accommodation, wellness retreats, cultural immersion, and strong partnerships with local farmers, artisans, and guides, we ensure that our work supports biodiversity conservation, women’s empowerment, and inclusive community development. At UMUGANO, every experience is designed with care for the environment, respect for tradition, and a vision for long-term positive impact.

Legal Status

UMUGANO BOTANICAL GARDEN Ltd is a private limited company registered in Rwanda, offering transparent governance, limited liability, and flexibility for partnerships, equity, and debt financing.