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.
“Gloria is amazing! It was only myself and her, and it was such a nice experience. I really felt like I was in good hands, and that I got to see Kigali in a much better way than I could’ve on my own. 100% would reccommend!! Thank you Gloria!”
One-day Akagera safari from Kigali with 4x4 game drive, optional Ihema boat ride, picnic lunch, and WiFi photo uploads.
“Jean Paul was an excellent guide! He did his best to find as many animals as possible. We saw baboons, giraffe, zebra, hippo, lion, gazelle, topi, rhinos, and more! This tour isn’t for those with motion sickness as the drive there, in the park, and after are full of windy bumpy roads.”
Private full-day Kigali tour with pickup, local market life, river and viewpoint stops, lunch, and a guided Genocide Memorial visit.
“This was a great overview of the multi-facetted city of Kigali. Comparable to no other in the world in its rise from poverty to cutting edge modernity. The guide was very friendly and helpful, not overdone but like an old acquaintance.”
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.
“This was a big waste of time and money. I got nothing out of it. The guy leading the tour has nothing to offer. If this tour isn't removed from the tour offerings then something is very wrong.”
Ride an e-bike through Kigali hills, markets, and viewpoints with a guided breakfast stop, all in a small group for $39.
“Best option to discover hilly Kigali! Enjoyed a lot :)”
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.
“Malik was the best guide and he gave me all the relevant information about the village. I 10/10 recommend this tour.”
Half-day private Kigali city tour with door-to-door pickup, Genocide Memorial education, Mt. Kigali views, museums, and Kimironko Market shopping.
“When I first read some of the reviews of the tour guide, manager and owner, Darius, I thought they might have embellished. But after spending the day with him yesterday I not only learned so much but had such a great time meeting Read more”
1-day Akagera National Park safari from Kigali with morning and afternoon game drives, picnic lunch, and Big Five chances plus Rift Valley views.
“I had an amazing time. My guide Frank was great. He was very knowledgable about the wild life in the park. We saw so many different animals, including rhinos, elephants, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, antipopes, and many more. The park is fantastic and I am very glad that I didn’t miss out on this opportunity.”
Kigali bean-to-brew coffee workshop: tour local coffee fields, roast by hand (traditional and modern), and taste Rwanda blends at Umurishyo.
“The whole coffee experience from the history of coffee all to the processing was perfect”
Small-group Kigali city tour with a local guide and driver. Genocide Memorial, city views, art stops, markets, lunch, and comfort.
“We spent a wonderful day with Hurry. He was knowledgeable, passionate and provided us with a terrific overview of Rwanda’s history and present day life. We stopped at off the beaten track art galleries which were impressive and an uneRead more”
A small-group full day in Kigali with hotel pickup, local-market stops, Genocide Memorial, and a rooftop drink included, plus WiFi onboard.
“Great tour - our guide had a gook knowledge of the city! Our tour guide was very accommodating and allowed us to shift the schedule to focus on the areas we wanted to see most.”
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.
“I like to try local activities to learn and understand. I had a lovely, very patient guide. Cosy to sit in the garden while doing basket weaving and have a cup of tea.”
