RWANDA
Rwanda's best days out.
The 11 best guided tours in Rwanda, with what each day actually involves, the operators who run them, and what you can expect to pay.
150-minute Kigali walking tour with Gloria: Biryogo street food, Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial, Inema Art Centre, and Downtown.
“Very insightful and fun😅.. Gloria is passionate about what she does”
Small-group Kigali city tour with a local guide and driver. Genocide Memorial, city views, art stops, markets, lunch, and comfort.
“Hurry was an awesome tour guide - very informative - took us to great places and fun to be around - Hurry is your man 👍”
Three hours in Kigali with Aline: Genocide Memorial, Niyo Art Center, Biryogo street food, the Kigali sign, and Kimironko Market.
“I had a great time on this tour with Aline. I could ask her all types of questions and she was happy to answer whatever you inquire about. Even after the tour I could ask her questions and she was very friendly. I really liked the tour and can totally recommend !”
Walk Kigali’s center with a guide for $29: car-free streets, coffee, street art, a moving Belgian memorial, women’s crafts, and contemporary art.
“Very enjoyable and informative walking tour - Jerry showed us a side of kigali we wouldn't have seen otherwise. The women's co-op was a highlight, as was the street art.”
2-hour Kigali walking tour from Norrsken House Kigali with an English guide, the Belgian memorial, Nyamirambo, local crafts, and hill views for $25.
“We met Jeremiah for our walking tour of Kigali. He was excellent - friendly, and knowledgeable about the city and its history. We learned a lot and he answered all our random questions about life in Rwanda while showing us the notable sights. Would recommend this tour!”
Private half-day Kigali tour with Genocide Memorial, contemporary art stops, specialty coffee, and a women’s center NGO visit, with pickup.
“Oscar our tour guide was excellent in every way. He is a professional who takes his job seriously. He made sure we saw all the interesting sites, including the national genocide museum, an art gallery, the city market and Mt. Kigali. Oscar knowRead more”
1-day guided gorilla trek from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, with permits, lunch, and early pickup for a once-in-life encounter.
“The trip was very exciting .The mountain trek adventure up the mountains to reach the Gorilla family was a experience worth for nature enthusiast.”
Guided Akagera day safari from Kigali: pop-up roof vehicle, binoculars, park fees, and Lake Ihema wildlife spotting.
“Simply awesome!”
A guided 6-hour Kigali tour with local expert Niyongabo Meschack, mixing the Genocide Memorial, markets, art stops, and Rwandan food.
“Terrible, unprofessional. This isn't a tour so much as it is a scam run by a guy looking to make some easy money from tourists. The description clearly states that pickup is included, but he tells you the night before (when it is too late to cancel) that transportation is not included. You have to…”
A private 6-hour Kigali motorbike tour with an English guide, hotel pickup, scenic stops, markets, and a guided Genocide Memorial walk.
“I did this motorbike city tour in Kigali and I honestly can’t recommend it enough — make sure to ask for Japhet as your driver. He’s incredibly kind, humble, and down to earth. Throughout the ride we had deep and meaningful conversations about Rwandan life, the culture, and how the country has evolved since the…”
A 6-hour guided loop through Kigali’s key culture spots, from the Genocide Memorial to markets and modern art, with an expert guide.
