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Rwanda

Rwanda

Known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills", Rwanda is a small, landlocked country in East Africa. Its capital, Kigali, is a vibrant city with a tragic past, hosting the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial. Venture outside the city to encounter Rwanda`s true treasures: its national parks. Volcanoes National Park is renowned for mountain gorilla trekking, while Akagera National Park provides a classic safari experience. Nyungwe Forest National Park, a montane rainforest, is a hotspot for primate enthusiasts. Rwandan cuisine is based around local staple foods like bananas, plantains, sweet potatoes, and beans, with dishes like ugali (cornmeal mush) and isombe (cassava leaves with Eggplant and spinach).

Travel Time

January
Okay
February
Great
March
Great
April
Great
May
Best
June
Best
July
Best
August
Best
September
Great
October
Great
November
Great
December
Okay

Highlights, Sights & Attractions

Adventure Park

The Adventure Park in Kigali offers a fun outdoor experience with ziplines, wall climbing, and obstacle courses. It`s a great place for family outings, team building, or just some adrenaline-pumping fun. more

The Adventure Park in Kigali offers a fun outdoor experience with ziplines, wall climbing, and obstacle courses. It`s a great place for family outings, team building, or just some adrenaline-pumping fun.

Akagera National Park

Akagera National Park is a savannah park that has successfully reintroduced the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. It`s also a birder`s paradise, with more than 480 bird species, including the rare shoebill stork. more

Akagera National Park is a savannah park that has successfully reintroduced the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. It`s also a birder`s paradise, with more than 480 bird species, including the rare shoebill stork.

Caplaki Craft Village

Caplaki Craft Village in Kigali is a cooperative of independent stalls selling a wide variety of handmade goods, from traditional baskets, pottery, and carvings to jewelry, textiles, and leather goods. It`s a perfect place to shop for souvenirs and s... more

Caplaki Craft Village in Kigali is a cooperative of independent stalls selling a wide variety of handmade goods, from traditional baskets, pottery, and carvings to jewelry, textiles, and leather goods. It`s a perfect place to shop for souvenirs and support local artisans.

Congo Nile Trail

This long trail provides spectacular views as it follows the ridge between the Congo and Nile river basins. Hikers or bikers can experience local village life, tea plantations, and stunning lake views along the way. more

This long trail provides spectacular views as it follows the ridge between the Congo and Nile river basins. Hikers or bikers can experience local village life, tea plantations, and stunning lake views along the way.

Ethnographic Museum

Hailed as one of the best ethnographic museums in East Africa, the Ethnographic Museum in Huye holds an extensive collection that portrays the richness of Rwandan culture and history. The seven galleries display tools, artifacts, and structures that... more

Hailed as one of the best ethnographic museums in East Africa, the Ethnographic Museum in Huye holds an extensive collection that portrays the richness of Rwandan culture and history. The seven galleries display tools, artifacts, and structures that span centuries.

Gishwati-Mukura National Park

This park combines the Gishwati and Mukura forests, which are rich in biodiversity. Visitors can experience hiking, birding, and chimp trekking while observing the efforts of successful reforestation and conservation. more

This park combines the Gishwati and Mukura forests, which are rich in biodiversity. Visitors can experience hiking, birding, and chimp trekking while observing the efforts of successful reforestation and conservation.

Iby`Iwacu Cultural Village

Near Volcanoes National Park, Iby`Iwacu Cultural Village provides an opportunity for visitors to experience traditional Rwandan life, customs, and rituals. Activities include traditional dancing, music, and food. more

Near Volcanoes National Park, Iby`Iwacu Cultural Village provides an opportunity for visitors to experience traditional Rwandan life, customs, and rituals. Activities include traditional dancing, music, and food.

Inema Arts Center

Inema Arts Center in Kigali showcases the creativity of Rwandan artists. Visitors can explore the gallery filled with paintings, sculptures, and crafts, and sometimes even watch the artists at work. more

Inema Arts Center in Kigali showcases the creativity of Rwandan artists. Visitors can explore the gallery filled with paintings, sculptures, and crafts, and sometimes even watch the artists at work.

Climate

Month Temperature Sunshine hours Raindays
January 25 °C 10 11
February 25 °C 10 12
March 25 °C 10 13
April 24 °C 10 18
May 24 °C 10 7
June 25 °C 10 1
July 26 °C 10 1
August 26 °C 10 3
September 25 °C 10 10
October 25 °C 10 13
November 24 °C 10 18
December 24 °C 10 11

Facts

Language
  • English
  • French
  • Kinyarwanda
Currency Rwandan franc
Population 13313406
Tourists per year 1225000
Tourists per resident 0.092012517307742
Foundation 1962

Ratings

Popularity
65.00%
Safety
80.06%
Cost of living
29.87%
Parental Leave
60.00%
Beach vacation
0.00%
Backpacking
60.00%
Hiking
70.00%
Diving
30.00%
Cycling
70.00%
Skiing
0.00%
Roadtrip
60.00%

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