Kigali tours, things to do and tickets

Our City Tour is designed to give you an intimate view of Kigali on a fun, action packed day. 

Our tour is the perfect way to kick off your visit to Rwanda and give you the confidence to explore on your own.

Your guide is a Kigali resident who know this city better than anyone else. The tour visits a wide range of places to give you a varied yet intimate view of the city and give you great insight to the city and country in just one day.

Visit the Akagera National Park in Rwanda and admire beautiful savanna landscapes and diverse wildlife including rhinos, lions, buffalo, leopard, and elephants.

Leave Kigali as early as 05h00 and drive for an estimated 3.5 hours to reach Akagera National Park by 08h30. With our local and friendly tour guide, the transport is assured with a choice 4x4 car with WIFI onboard to keep you connected with your loved ones and the world (***Some spots in the park do not have connectivity***). Spend the entire day through the park to depart back to Kigali late afternoon. Akagera National Park has a diversity of wildlife including buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas and many others. After a long time being extinct, the black rhinos and lions have recently been restocked. Their sighting is always not guaranteed due to their small number and the hiding character of the black rhino. Enjoy the game drive viewing the natural habitat of different animals, birds and enjoying the view of different lakes and landscape.

Enjoy Kigali city tour, where you'll be treated to a scenic drive, allowing you to soak in the beautiful views of the town. As you traverse the city streets, engage in lively conversations with your guide, who will share fascinating insights into the history of Kigali and its remarkable transformation into one of Africa's renowned cities. Discover how Kigali earned its well-deserved reputation as the cleanest town in Africa, a testament to the dedication and commitment of its residents. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture as you meet friendly locals, who will gladly share their daily lives and stories with you. Gain a deeper understanding of the city's rich traditions, customs, and way of life. From bustling markets to serene neighborhoods, the Kigali city tour offers an authentic and immersive experience that will leave you with a profound appreciation for this remarkable city."

Go on a game drive from Kigali to Akagera National Park with lunch included. See the big 5 and other diverse wildlife on a safari, and marvel at the stunning view of Lake Ihema.

Kigali City Tour

Being the best and cleanest city in Africa, touring Kigali will make you comfortable as a way to kick off your visit to Rwanda and most important experiencing the beauty of the entire country.

Based on your travel needs and aspirations, we will customize this package with much flexibility in order to help you enjoy the beauty of Kigali city. Our guides are very knowledgeable about Kigali city as they will connect you to the local community with a warmly welcome.

Come and experience the beauty of Lake Kivu with lots of adventurous and relaxing activities. The tour combines scenic views, Hiking, boat ride, cultural, island visits, trekking & coffee experience.

Embark on a once in a lifetime experience and observe Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat on a guided trek into the Mghahinga National Park in Uganda.

Enjoy the fulfilling wildlife safari game drive encounters, scenic views of savannah landscapes with lakes. The opportunity to see the big five, more than 500 birds species and other wildlife animals.

With Kigali City Sightseeing, Countryside Tours-Rwanda helps you discover different parts of Kigali city with a professional and friendly local tour guide. For convenience, a pick-up in Kigali city is provided. The City sightseeing include Gahanga local market, Uzuri K&Y workshop for made in Rwanda sandals, Akagera; the river separating Kigali from the Eastern province and which will pass through Akagera National Park separating Rwanda and Tanzania. This river continues its way into Victoria lake and further to form Nile river. The city tour passes via Rebero, with the view overlooking the central part of Kigali city and the Kigali Convention Centre in the horizon and goes on to Kigali Heights-one of the modern shopping and entertainment centres, the car-free zone for, to Kigali Genocide Memorial and finally, Ubumwe Grande Hotel rooftop bar for a refreshing afternoon coffee or a local drink of choice.

With Us, You Explore Better!

This is an extraordinary safari adventure that offers a double chance to spot the iconic Big Five, including the majestic Lions, mighty Elephants, formidable Buffalos, elusive Leopards, and the awe-inspiring Black and White Rhinos. This park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it boasts a diverse array of other fascinating creatures, such as graceful Giraffes, striking Zebras, elegant Impalas, formidable Crocodiles, and mighty Hippos, among many others. Prepare for an immersive game drive experience that takes you through the natural habitats of these magnificent animals. Witness the wonders of nature unfold as you encounter an incredible variety of bird species and marvel at the breathtaking views of the lakes and landscapes. Our safari tour ensures you have the best opportunities to observe wildlife up close, capturing unforgettable moments and creating lifelong memories.

Depart from Kigali as early as 05h30 am and back 6-7pm

Visit the Bwindi Gorilla area for 2 days from Kigali. See the park with your guide and learn how to track the gorillas.

Diverse Encounters: Our tour seamlessly weaves together art, history, community, and markets, providing a comprehensive snapshot of Kigali's essence in just one journey.

Local Immersion: Led by passionate local guides, you'll engage directly with artisans, women entrepreneurs, and market vendors, fostering authentic connections and unique insights.

Empowering Stories: The Nyamirambo Women's Center stop highlights the resilience of Rwandan women, offering an inspiring perspective on empowerment and growth.

Intimate Experience: With a limited group size, our tour ensures personalized attention and meaningful interactions, enhancing your connection with Kigali's vibrant spirit.

Lasting Impressions: Beyond sights, our tour encourages capturing memories, stories, and souvenirs, ensuring that your experience lingers long after the tour concludes.

Rwanda is a country in central Africa whose geography is mainly dominated by mountains, hence the name 'a country of a thousand hills'. Despite the country having a lot of hills and mountains, Kigali city dwellers, remain left behind, when it comes to recreational hiking experiences.
This package offers participants an opportunity to experience at first hand a day to day lifestyle of Rwandans. whereas a walk along Nyabarongo river where different agricultural activities can be seen, birds singing around will be an added delight.
Mt. Kigali is the highest mountain (hill) in Kigali. The trail starts from Nyabarongo wetland (Ruliba clay factory) and finishing in Nyamirambo. It is a wonderful way to spend a few hours enjoying some fresh air, great views, and getting some rather vigorous exercise all in the heart of Kigali.

Nyamirambo area is the Big Apple of Kigali, an Islamic hotspot that never sleeps! There is a lively area with painted grounds called the Car-Free Zone making Nyamirambo the perfect place to EAT. Indulge all 5 of your senses as you explore East Africa through food. Experience traditional cuisines, new-age fusions, and other culinary delights locals love in Rwanda.
Explore Authentic Taste of Rwanda.

Our mandate is to deliver a lifetime experience in peculiar destinations. an explicit encounter in the wild is our promise.

The 3-day midrange gorilla trek provides an excellent opportunity to trek mountain gorillas in Uganda in three days. The trek starts with pickup in Kigali, Rwanda, given the short commuting distance to Uganda (4-5hrs), but the trekking takes place at Bwindi National Park in Uganda.

Celebrated as a star in the specialty coffee world, Rwandan coffee boasts delicate flavors sought after by connoisseurs around the globe. Here in the
heart of coffee country we invite you to learn how Rwanda’s world-class coffee is harvested, evaluated, roasted, and served. Class guests will pick
coffee cherries straight from the trees in our café’s courtyard garden, then experience transforming them into a beautiful cup of coffee.

Bamboo Ecotours organizes eco-conscious trips that benefit the guests and local communities. We invest up to 15% of our revenues into community projects such as rehabilitating health centers, building water catchment systems, and providing education scholarships to students.

Nyungwe is located in the southwest, covering an area of 1016 km across the majestic hills of southeast Rwanda, Nyungwe National Park is the largest mountainous rain forest in central and east Africa and one of the most ancient, dating back to before the Ice Age. The forest supports over 1025 plant species and over 500 species of orchid and giant lobelia. Nyungwe also has 13 species of primates; these include chimpanzees and the Black and White Angolan colobus monkeys. It is also home to habituated species such as the Mangabeys and the Blue Monkeys. Nyungwe forest has its own Canopy. And it’s the only canopy in East Africa.