RWANDA
Rwanda's best days out.
The 15 best tours and experiences in Rwanda. Gorilla treks, Big Five game drives, Kigali day tours, the Nyungwe canopy walk and the road out to the lake — the country's standout days in one list.
Small-group Kigali tour with markets, street art, coffee and lunch, plus Mount Kigali and the Genocide Memorial. Entrance fees included.
“Desiree was absolutely incredible. This is a must do if you are ever in Rawanda. Every stop was better than the last. We did not want the tour to end. Thank you!”
150-minute Kigali walking tour with Gloria: Biryogo street food, Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial, Inema Art Centre, and Downtown.
“Had the best tour with Gloria, who is very warm, experienced and knowledgeable about the local history and customs. Would definitely recommend!”
One-day Akagera safari from Kigali with 4x4 game drive, optional Ihema boat ride, picnic lunch, and WiFi photo uploads.
“We were a little disappointed in the vehicle but Jon Paul made the trip worth while. The ride was very bumpy but we did get some shots of a number of wild animals though no lions or elephants were spotted. Was worth the time and money.”
Private full-day Kigali tour with pickup, local market life, river and viewpoint stops, lunch, and a guided Genocide Memorial visit.
“My son and I had an amazing time on the Kigali City tour. We knew very little about Kigali but learned so much from our tour guide, Bob, who was very patient and accommodating. I definitely recommend this tour if you are new to Kigali.”
Walk Kigali with a local guide: art, a UN memorial, a women’s center, and the City Market. 2.5 hours, $30, bottled water included.
“Unfortunately I would not recommend this tour, our group of 8 participated and all of us agreed it was not worth the $25 each. I didn’t hear any stories or information about the city/ history, which I expect having done many walking tours. It waRead more”
Ride an e-bike through Kigali hills, markets, and viewpoints with a guided breakfast stop, all in a small group for $39.
“The tour was amazing and John was the best! This was our favorite thing we did in Kigali, wouldn’t have missed it for the world.”
One-day private Akagera Big Five safari from Kigali with hotel pickup, lunch, and a mid-route Imigongo arts stop.
“My Driver Christian was amazing. He arrived at my hotel 20 minutes early, and was with me from 5:30am until 9:30pm. I am traveling for business by myself so I went on the tour solo. He was always polite and professional, and an expert driver on the very bumpy roads. We sRead more”
Hike Mount Kigali for panoramic Kigali views, then meet locals at a nearby village. Snacks and water included. English guide.
“Solo female traveller. Malik is a wonderful, professional, and patient guide! All communication was very prompt and positive and the hike itself was a memorable experience through the beautiful rural lands of Mount Kigali. The guide was very accomodating and we took breaks as needed en route. I highly recommend Malik! 5 stars 🌟”
Half-day private Kigali city tour with door-to-door pickup, Genocide Memorial education, Mt. Kigali views, museums, and Kimironko Market shopping.
“Darius was a great guide, very friendly and knowledgeable. The market visit hits specific vendors to save time but they're expensive, start haggling at half their asking price.”
1-day Akagera National Park safari from Kigali with morning and afternoon game drives, picnic lunch, and Big Five chances plus Rift Valley views.
“We saw 4/5 Big 5 but this trip was so wonderful!!! Our guide Frank had excellent communication and was even a few minutes early so we were able to get a head start on the adventure. Frank asked us questions about what animals we wanted to see and gave us interesting facts about each animal.…”
Kigali bean-to-brew coffee workshop: tour local coffee fields, roast by hand (traditional and modern), and taste Rwanda blends at Umurishyo.
“What a great experience for coffee lovers! Got taken to pick fresh coffee beans and was guided to work through the whole process to make a pot of fantastic coffee which I then drank! The guides were so knowledgeable and helpful I had a great time.”
Small-group Kigali city tour with a local guide and driver. Genocide Memorial, city views, art stops, markets, lunch, and comfort.
“A very interesting day and well worth it. Kigali is a great city. Hurry was a very good guide and brought the tour to life”
A small-group full day in Kigali with hotel pickup, local-market stops, Genocide Memorial, and a rooftop drink included, plus WiFi onboard.
“It was amazing. Totally worth it. The tour sites I visited. I enjoyed the tour and also lost track of time. This is a tour you should definitely embark on.”
Kigali e-bike tour with breakfast: small group ride, lakeside views, car-free food street stops, and Niyo Art Gallery with guide Shark.
“It was good to feel the city doing bike tour. There was some interuption due to local holiday but shark our guide kept in touch. Little challenging going up the hill but its totally doable.”
Learn traditional Kigali basket weaving in a garden workshop. 2 hours, $30, materials included, taught by local Rwandan artisans.
“Our guide (beautiful) was very informative, giving us the history before we arrived and also during our time at both locations. It was well organized, instructions were clear so we knew where to go and what to do. It is a somber and difficult tour and requires a sensitive touch to impart the information without…”
