Just five years ago, there were Grey Crowned Cranes in captivity everywhere in hotels and gardens in Rwanda. With only an estimated 400 cranes remaining in the wild, they were rapidly heading towards extinction.
Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association have been working hard to stop the illegal trade, raise awareness and return many of the captive cranes back to the wild.
Umusambi Village became part of the solution to ensure that these cranes have a permanent natural home and that Rwanda can achieve its goal of having no cranes in captivity. It also provides a unique eco-tourism attraction in Kigali City, connecting people and nature which continues to raise awareness about the work to protect Grey Crowned Cranes and save them from the illegal trade.
The sanctuary is open every day from 8am to 5pm (Last entry 4pm).
Exclusive, early morning or evening tours available on request.