Explore Nyagatare

A CULTURAL IMMERSION

Nyagatare is one of two regions in Rwanda that has best preserved the pastoralist heritage of the Rwandans. Pastoralist homes still grind their own wheat and sorghum that make up many of their traditional dishes. Take some time to tour the traditional huts and taste some traditional beer, urwagwa, which is made of roasted sorghum flour mixed with fermented banana juice. Banana is among the staple foods along with cassava, plantains, and sweet potato which is usually eaten with porridge in the morning

Witness unique storytelling as you watch a beautifully choreographed Intore; a traditional Rwandan dance of warriors, and the graceful display of feminine strength in the Umushayayo dance of women. This is more than entertainment but immerse yourself in the most special part of the community’s day.

EPIC Hotel is ideally situated for the business-orientated travellers. Leisure travellers have the benefit of the location as it is 35 km from the northern gate of the Akagera National Park (ANP), and a 146 km from the main entrance of the Park, allowing visitors the opportunity to spend more time in the National Park which features an array of wildlife and bird species.

With one of the highest bird counts on the continent, Rwanda offers guests a birdwatching experience like no other. Catch sightings of enchanting species in the areas surrounding Nyagatare and see who can spot the most elusive species. Epic Hotel & Suites by Mantis will provide you with a species list so you can take the challenge to tick off favourites such as the Shoebill Stork, Papyrus Gonolek, Bennett’s Woodpecker, Red-Faced Barbet, and the Miombo Wren-Warblers. The animals in the region are just as impressive, with the endangered Golden monkey being a must-see, along with chimpanzees, and black & white colobus monkeys.