10 Walking Tours in Kigali Province That You Shouldn't Miss

February 18, 2022 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover the best top things to do in Kigali Province, Rwanda including Two-day Nyungwe Canopy and Kivu Lake Adventure, 1 Day Dian Fossey Tomb Hike , Kigali City Private Tour (History, Culture, Art and Markets), 3-Day Historical, Political & Cultural Tour of Rwanda, 11 Days Rwanda Budgeted Safari - Gorillas & Wildlife Tours, Full-Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda, Akilah Experience, 2-Day Chimpanzee Trek and Canopy Walkway in Nyungwe Forest, 4 Days Double Gorilla Luxury Tour, 3-days Rwanda Chimpanzee Trekking Safari .
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1. Two-day Nyungwe Canopy and Kivu Lake Adventure

Countryside Tours-Rwanda
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With Two-day Nyungwe Canopy and Kivu Lake Adventure, Countryside Tours helps you experience the Nyungwe National Park canopy walk, the Night fishing and the Nkombo boat visit. As you exit Kigali city with Countryside Tours-Rwanda looking forward to the Two-day Nyungwe Canopy and Kivu Lake Adventure, you pass through the entire Southern province enjoying the revitalising view and landscape of the Southern province and part of the Western province. Also, the experience gives an exposure to different towns along the way. With Us, You Explore Better!

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Bottled water, Meals: One course (Lunch, Dinner, Lunch), Vehicle and a professional driver-guide, Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali city, Kivu lake activities: Night fishing, Boat trip to Nkombo island, Accommodation

Exclusions: Canopy fees (Foreigner: $60, Resident: $50, EAC: $10, Rwandan: RWF5,000). We assist to buy ticket, Alcoholic drinks, Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions

Reviewed By sarahwT1643XS

I took this tour as I just moved to Kigali and wanted to get an overview of the town and various neighborhoods. This tour provided just this. My guide Emmanuel was extremely helpful and patient with my endless questions about Kigali and Rwanda. He provided great information on the history of the country and city, but also was very helpful in showing me how things 'work' in Kigali - eg how to use mobile money, book a taxi, what various neighborhoods were like, etc. - eg requests beyond what the tour required. However, if you are just here as a tourist and are familiar with other African countries, you might not need a full day tour. You might do the 1/2 day instead. The restaurant we went to for lunch was fine, but a bit random...There must be places for lunch with a nice view, or something a bit more interesting...

2. 1 Day Dian Fossey Tomb Hike

Vazquez Tours & Travel Ltd
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With this tour you will learn more about a conservation pioneer Dian Fossey, an American primatologist and conservationist known for undertaking an extensive study of mountain gorilla groups from 1966 until her 1985 murder. Dian Fossey's work to study and protect the lives of the wild gorillas in Rwanda touched the hearts of people around the world. Her focus, courage and passion have inspired many conservationists who have followed since.

Inclusions: *Permit to hike Dian Fossey, *Lunch with soft drink, *All park entrance fees, *Full time English/ French specking driver guide, *Ground transportation by 4x4 wheel drive , *Taxes, *Water, *Transfers.

Exclusions: *International flights, *The cost of obtaining visas, *Tips (Tipping guideline $ 10 per person).

Reviewed By graceyakubu

I enjoyed our tour of the city. What I loved most about it was how enthusiastic our tour guide, Daniel was. We had a well informed guide of how the city came about, what each places were, what happened there and what to do around the town. This was my first experience having a tour guide and he made it memorable.

3. Kigali City Private Tour (History, Culture, Art and Markets)

YAMBI Tours & Adventures
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Our city tour covers the cultural and historical insights of Rwanda in general and in Kigali in particular. We visit the memorial, local markets, cultural centres and many other interesting surprises. We start at 9am and finish at 5pm.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, English speaking guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Snacks

Reviewed By Dirk W

I cannot rave enough about Patrick, the owner, and Benique, my guide, who accompanied me during most of my 10 day visit to Kigali in October. After the first tour I decided to add several other trips. It was an amazing experience and I had the wonderful opportunity to tour in the North, West, South and East. Both Patrick and Benique are extremely friendly, accommodating and easy to work with. They are a wealth of information and being with Benique on the road felt more like travelling with a friend than a guide. The tours are very profesionally organized and the hotels on the road a fantastic selection with amazing views. I cannot wait to come back! PS: Yambi Tours reinforced the great COVID 19 protocol in Rwanda and you feel very safe at all times.

4. 3-Day Historical, Political & Cultural Tour of Rwanda

YAMBI Tours & Adventures
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Our tours are an incredible way to get under the skin of Rwanda – with access to people and places as well as great analysis and experts. We cover the history of Rwanda from the pre-colonial era until today. With less emphasis on ordinary tourism the tours are like being in a documentary film. You’ll go off the beaten track, meet incredible people and members of local communities. You get to ask your own questions and make up your mind about some of the most intriguing topics about Rwanda. It’s unique, exciting and stimulating; an experience you will never forget. A historical and political tour will open up travel in a way you’d never expect. This tour gives you an insightful glimpse into the complex issues of the Hutu and Tutsi ethnic divisions and the role played by the catholic church and different colonial powers in the events that led to the genocide. The tour also offers hearing first hand from people closely involved and well informed is eye opening.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Private transportation, Hotel Accommodation (Yambi Guesthouse), Fuel surcharge, All entry permits for Museums

Exclusions: Drinks (Spirits, Wines, Coffee), Dinner

Reviewed By Travelamiga2

My partner and I decided to take the tour on our last day in Rwanda. We've been living in Rwanda for 3 weeks already but we never had to opportunity to explore. My partner and i were picked up at our apartment which was a plus! ( a little late but they manage to call to inform us that they were on their way).It was only me and my partner on the tour and must i say, it was lovely. We did inform that we had to be back to our apartment at 5pm and they noted that very well. Our tour was custom to our preference which was a plus. (Keep in mind, that Kigali has a curfew.) Patrick was very well educated on the history of Rwanda! We had a delicious lunch and had a great conversation with Patrick during our lunch which was great! It was not an awkward lunch. It is a very lovely tour. I recommend if want to see the major "must see" of Kigali. It was very lovely to have Patrick around as our tour guide. Patrick spoke very good english and ensure we had a great experience to take back home.

5. 11 Days Rwanda Budgeted Safari - Gorillas & Wildlife Tours

Usalama Tours Rwanda
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Our drive-guides are well skilled and very knowledgeable about both the country and the wildlife. At Usalama Tours, we strive to help our guests enjoy their Travel Experience by making it memorable.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast

Exclusions: International flights (from/to home), Additional , tips, souvenirs, travel insurance, Visa to Rwanda

Reviewed By Z4585YUsaifa

I had a great day with Djabil on this tour to Nyungwe National Park. He makes sure all aspects of the trip are prepared for in advance and I had a thoughtful discussion with him throughout the day. Nyungwe park is amazing in its varied wildlife and plant life and the canopy provides an incredible view of the forest below. I’d highly recommend this tour!

6. Full-Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda

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Do you want to see the mountain gorillas, but you don't have much time? We pick you up from Kigali and drives you to Volcanoes N.P. in Rwanda. We offer ground transfers to make this an unforgettable and hassle-free experience. For those looking to save time and commune with the gorillas, this is the perfect tour.

Inclusions: Gorilla Permit, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, You take a cup of coffee before Briefing at RDB Office Kinigi, Lunch, Bottled water, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities

7. Akilah Experience

Akilah Institute for Women, 12 KN 77 St, Kigali, Rwanda Akilah Adventures
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We offer a cultural walking tour led by our amazing Akilah student guides. This tour gives you insight into local life for young people through the eyes of Rwanda's future leaders. We meet at the Akilah Cafe for a refreshment and snack as well an introduction to Akilah's education and leadership model. We'll take a short tour of campus and then walk from Akilah to the Nyamirambo neighborhood. On our tour, we will learn about the history of Nyamirambo - one of Rwanda's oldest and culturally vibrant neighborhoods- from students who live here. We will visit local shops & explore the area where student's live. All proceed from this tour benefit our mission of educating future leaders to champion opportunity & sustainability in solving the world’s most pressing challenges.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks

Exclusions: We are happy to provide a delicious Rwandan buffet lunch to close out your tour. Kindly message us for pricing.

8. 2-Day Chimpanzee Trek and Canopy Walkway in Nyungwe Forest

YAMBI Tours & Adventures
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Nyungwe is surely one of the world’s most beautiful and pristine mountain rainforests. It’s believed to be one of Africa’s oldest forests and home to habituated chimpanzees and 12 other primates species (including a 400-strong troop of habituated Ruwenzori Black & White Colobus), it’s also a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including 16 endemics, and is home to 75 different species of mammal. This majestic rainforest is filled with nature and wildlife experiences for you to emerge yourself in. Hiking or even biking the beautiful terrain, tracking the famous chimpanzees, experiencing the canopy walk, witnessing beautiful birds, relaxing by waterfalls are just a glimpse of activities that Nyungwe offers. The King's palace Museum National Ethnographic Museum Murambi Genocide Memorial Nyungwe Canope Walk Chimpanzee trekking Gisakura Tea Plantation

Inclusions: Private transportation, Permits (Chimpanzee tracking & Canope), Breakfast, Bottled water, Fuel and driver, Hotel accommodation

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Private expenses

Reviewed By Travelamiga2

My partner and I decided to take the tour on our last day in Rwanda. We've been living in Rwanda for 3 weeks already but we never had to opportunity to explore. My partner and i were picked up at our apartment which was a plus! ( a little late but they manage to call to inform us that they were on their way).It was only me and my partner on the tour and must i say, it was lovely. We did inform that we had to be back to our apartment at 5pm and they noted that very well. Our tour was custom to our preference which was a plus. (Keep in mind, that Kigali has a curfew.) Patrick was very well educated on the history of Rwanda! We had a delicious lunch and had a great conversation with Patrick during our lunch which was great! It was not an awkward lunch. It is a very lovely tour. I recommend if want to see the major "must see" of Kigali. It was very lovely to have Patrick around as our tour guide. Patrick spoke very good english and ensure we had a great experience to take back home.

9. 4 Days Double Gorilla Luxury Tour

Rwanda Travel

HIGHLIGHTS • Gorilla Trekking    • Kigali City tour    • Golden Monkey trekking • cultural tour

Inclusions: Golden monkey permits, Full time English speaking Guide., Transport costs., 3 nights 4 days accommodation including meals., Guiding fees., Government taxes., All activities as indicated in the itinerary., Fuel surcharge, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water

Exclusions: your optional activities, air fares, meals in Kigali accommodation, the visa fees, and any other personal cost like tipping of guides, laundry., 2 Gorilla permits

Reviewed By bdjshh

We planned our own itinerary , so what was Most important for us was the guide. We interviewed quite a few former customers of different guides, and finally settled on Augustine. He got glowing recommendations from people who had been with him, and even so, he managed to exceed our expectations. He is immensely knowledgeable- not a single question we came up with, that he didn't know how to answer. He is totally honest and punctual. Whatever you agree on - is carried out to the letter. He is a great and careful driver. He is extremely friendly polite and nice. But the really impressive part is his concern for his clients wellbeing and pleasure. He takes enormous pains, with great interpersonal sensitivity, to see that you get maximum pleasure and experiences from your trip. We have been to numerous out of the way places, where we needed local guides/drivers, and have had some really good ones, but Augustine is in a league of his own.

10. 3-days Rwanda Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

Rwanda Travel

it well designed Tour for every kind of people and it is one of the cheapest tour ever in rwanda for 3 days and lastly as the company we are recognized tour company with great reviews at review sites worldwide.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Entrance fees, National Park fees, Bottled water, All activities specified in itinerary, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Accommodation as per itinerary

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, DVD (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Personal Insurance, International Flight

Reviewed By bdjshh

We planned our own itinerary , so what was Most important for us was the guide. We interviewed quite a few former customers of different guides, and finally settled on Augustine. He got glowing recommendations from people who had been with him, and even so, he managed to exceed our expectations. He is immensely knowledgeable- not a single question we came up with, that he didn't know how to answer. He is totally honest and punctual. Whatever you agree on - is carried out to the letter. He is a great and careful driver. He is extremely friendly polite and nice. But the really impressive part is his concern for his clients wellbeing and pleasure. He takes enormous pains, with great interpersonal sensitivity, to see that you get maximum pleasure and experiences from your trip. We have been to numerous out of the way places, where we needed local guides/drivers, and have had some really good ones, but Augustine is in a league of his own.

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