Kurya Ubunnyano is a
cultural practice in Rwanda whereby family and friends gather to celebrate the
birth of a new baby and take part in naming rituals. This custom is frequently
linked to the annual Kwita Izina "Gorilla naming" event in Rwanda,
which has been held since 2005 and whose purpose is to give the newborn baby
gorillas names chosen by various stakeholders of the Rwandan tourism industry.
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In honor of the heroic efforts of conservationists to safeguard these endangered species, residents and tourists alike gather for the annual Kwita Izina event to celebrate the birth of new gorilla infants and take part in naming them. People of all walks of life are able to mingle and celebrate together thanks to this event.
Our company is dedicated to community-based tourism and conservation, so we've designed this tour to teach visitors about the Kurya ubunnyano tradition and how it relates to the Kwita Izina "gorilla naming ceremony”. Visitors in the area for the Kwita Izina festival can take this trip as part of their experience.
The local community and its traditions are being celebrated alongside the gorillas on this tour. It's an opportunity to share Rwandan culture through its traditional dances, music, and cuisine. It's a great way to show respect for the country's history and nature while also strengthening ties between residents and tourists. This event is a great chance to recognize the conservation efforts of the local community.
The cost for this activity is divided with underprivileged local people living in the surrounding areas of the Volcanoes National Park for their welfare development.