Visit Rwanda , Your Complete Travel Guide

Visit Rwanda : Guides, Tips & Trip planning resources

Everything travellers need to plan an unforgettable Rwanda trip, local guides, practical tips, itineraries, and curated deals, all in one place.

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Gorilla Trekking

What to know & how to book

Where to Stay

Lodges & lakeside retreats

Getting Around

Buses, taxis & rentals

Itineraries

2–10 day sample plans

Trusted guides

Kigali: Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Curated deals

Rwanda Hotels and Places to Stay

Trusted guides

Kigali: Guided Art, History, and Food Tour with Moto Ride

Curated deals

Top Things to Do in Rwanda

Planning tools

Check deals, and plan your Rwanda route in one single roof.

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Popular destinations

Browse guides by region and pick what fits your trip.

Kigali

City life, markets, and culture , a great base for your trip.

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Akagera National Park

Safaris, lakes and wildlife experiences.

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Lake Kivu

Beaches, water activities and relaxation.

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Volcanoes National Park

Home of the mountain gorillas , a must-do experience.

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Nyungwe

Forest life, calm, and waterfall , a great base for your trip.

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Huye city

Huye (formerly Butare) is Rwanda’s cultural and intellectual heart.

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Ibere rya Bigogwe

Cultural authenticity,Cow tourism, and countryside charm

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Things to Do in Musanze

Twin lakes, Musanze markets, Musanze Caves

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Guides & Tips

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How to book gorilla permits

Steps, costs and tips to secure your permit without surprises.

Best time to visit Rwanda

Weather, crowds and how to pick the ideal dates for your trip.

Packing checklist for Rwanda

A compact checklist that travelers actually use.

Curated Deals & Partners

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Safari Package — Akagera

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Includes transfers, guide and 2 nights' stay. Prices and availability by partner.

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Lake Kivu Lodge Stay

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Kigali Walking Tour

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Discover Kigali through its art and food. Available daily.

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