Trip starting from $100 per person (price might change depending on number of people booked)
Kigali City Tour - Detailed Overview
- Duration: Full Day (8-10 hours)
- Start/End Location: Kigali, Rwanda
- Transport: Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide: Professional, English-speaking local guide
- Inclusions: Entrance fees, bottled water, lunch, and hotel pick-up/drop-off
- Exclusions: Personal expenses, additional beverages, gratuities
Itinerary
8:00 AM – Pick-Up from Your Hotel
Your day begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel or a central meeting point in Kigali.
Meet your professional guide who will provide an overview of the day’s itinerary.
8:30 AM – Visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial
Arrive at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you’ll spend approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Explore the exhibits, listen to personal testimonies, and learn about the history of the 1994 Rwandan Genocide.
Pay your respects at the mass graves where over 250,000 victims are buried.
10:30 AM – Tour of Camp Kigali Memorial
A short drive takes you to Camp Kigali Memorial.
Spend about 30 minutes learning about the 10 Belgian UN peacekeepers who were killed at the onset of the genocide.
11:15 AM – Explore Kimironko Market
Head to Kimironko Market, Kigali’s largest market.
Spend an hour walking through the bustling market, interacting with vendors, and discovering local produce, crafts, and textiles.
Take this opportunity to purchase souvenirs and experience the daily life of Kigali residents.
12:30 PM – Visit to Nyamirambo Neighborhood
Travel to Nyamirambo, one of Kigali’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods.
Spend an hour exploring the colorful streets, visiting local shops, and learning about the area’s cultural diversity.
Optionally, visit the Nyamirambo Women’s Center to see community empowerment initiatives in action.
1:30 PM – Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Enjoy a traditional Rwandan lunch at a local restaurant in Nyamirambo or a nearby area.
Savor dishes like grilled meats (brochettes), maize, beans, and other Rwandan specialties.
Take about an hour for lunch, allowing you to relax and recharge for the afternoon.
2:30 PM – Visit to Inema Arts Center
After lunch, head to the Inema Arts Center, one of Kigali’s premier contemporary art spaces.
Spend about 45 minutes to an hour exploring the gallery, viewing artworks by local artists, and perhaps purchasing a piece as a souvenir.
3:30 PM – Presidential Palace Museum
Visit the former Presidential Palace, now a museum, to learn about Rwanda’s political history.
Spend 45 minutes to an hour exploring the residence, including viewing the wreckage of the presidential plane that was shot down in 1994.
4:30 PM – Kigali Convention Centre and City Drive
Take a brief stop at the Kigali Convention Centre for photos and a short explanation of its significance.
Enjoy a leisurely drive through Kigali’s modern areas, witnessing the city’s growth and development.
5:00 PM – Mount Kigali for Panoramic Views
Conclude the day with a visit to Mount Kigali for stunning panoramic views of the city.
Spend about 30 minutes here, taking photos and enjoying the serene environment.
5:30 PM – Return to Your Hotel
Begin the drive back to your hotel or the original pick-up point.
Arrive back by approximately 6:00 PM, marking the end of your Kigali City Tour.
Inclusion and Exclusion of Kigali city tour
Inclusions:
- 1.Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off: Convenient transportation from and back to your hotel or a central meeting point in Kigali.
- 2.Transport: Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for the entire tour.
- 3.Professional Guide: Services of a knowledgeable, English-speaking local guide.
- 4.Lunch: Traditional Rwandan lunch at a selected local restaurant.
- 5.Bottled Water: Refreshments provided throughout the tour.
- 5.Cultural Experiences: Visits to local markets, neighbourhoods, and the Inema Arts Centre
Exclusions:
- 1.Personal Expenses: Any personal purchases, such as souvenirs, additional snacks, or beverages at markets or restaurants.
- 2.Additional Beverages: Drinks during lunch other than what is included (e.g., alcoholic beverages).
- 3.Gratuities: Tips for the guide and driver are not included and are at the guest's discretion.
- 4.Optional Activities: Any additional activities not specified in the itinerary (e.g., extended art tours, special market purchases).
- 4.Entrance Fees: All entry fees to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Camp Kigali Memorial, and the Presidential Palace Museum's
- 5.Travel Insurance: Guests are encouraged to have their own travel insurance.