Suit up in protective gear and join a professional beekeeper on a fascinating exploration of Rwandan beekeeping!
- Learn about beehive types and their importance in the ecosystem. Get an up-close look at traditional and modern beehives used in Rwanda and understand their role in honey production and environmental sustainability.
- Witness the art of safe hive inspection. Observe an experienced beekeeper gently open a hive, uncovering the wonders of a bee colony at work. You’ll see honeycombs buzzing with activity and learn about the different roles of worker bees, drones, and the queen bee.
- Participate in honey harvesting (seasonal). If visiting during honey harvesting season, you’ll have the opportunity to suit up and assist the beekeeper with extracting golden honey from the hive frames. (This may not be possible year-round, so be sure to highlight it if it’s a seasonal offering).
- Discover the honey processing techniques. Learn how raw honey is extracted, filtered, and bottled, and gain an appreciation for the hard work that goes into every jar.
- Enjoy a taste of Rwanda’s finest honey! Sample the delicious honey produced at the apiary, savoring its unique flavor and appreciating the culmination of your beekeeping experience.
