Top Activities & Attractions in Rwanda

Rwanda is an East African country that is naturally and culturally rich. Its is commonly known as the “Land of a thousand hills” because of its stunning lush hilly landscapes. Most people planning to travel to Rwanda think of Gorillas first and mostly. But gorillas aside, there are other top things to do in Rwanda.

TOP THINGS TO DO IN RWANDA

Gorilla trekking

This is carried out in the famous Volcanoes national park located in the North West of Rwanda. Gorilla trekking is the most popular tourist activity in Rwanda, a major attraction for most visitors to the country. Get a chance to get close to the endangered mountain gorillas by trekking the gorillas in the Volcanoes, where you will be given an hour in their presence. It is a memorable experience.

Golden monkey trekking

This activity is also carried out in Volcanoes national park. It is the only park in Rwanda where you can find this rare species of monkeys, the Golden monkey. Always spotted swinging in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes national park.

Chimpanzee tracking

Visit Nyungwe national park to track down the playful chimpanzees inhabiting the Nyungwe forest.

Game drives

You can’t visit an African country and do not take part in a safari game drive. While in Rwanda, go on game drives in Akagera national park. Be sure to encounter the African big 5.

Hiking tours

The hilly nature of Rwanda allows for excellent hiking opportunities with different hiking trails set up in the best tourist sites.

Bird watching

A common tourist activity in Rwanda. Bird lovers should visit Nyabarongo wetlands and Nyungwe forest national park for the best birding experience while here.

Boat trips on Lake Kivu

These boat trips can take you to different islands on the beautiful lake. Other activities around this lake include nature walks, mountain biking and kayaking on the lake.

Cultural and historical tours

This country has a rich culture and historical background. To immerse yourself in their culture and history, take on tours to the National Museum, the Genocide memorial site in Gisozi, King’s palace in Nyanza, Iby’iwacu cultural village, the Rwanda Arts museum and Bugesera reconciliation village.

Kigali city tour

Go on a tour around the capital city of Rwanda, considered among the cleanest cities on the African continent.

Canopy walk

Carried out in Nyungwe national park, the canopy walk is an amazing way of exploring the lush green Nyungwe forest with a bird eye view. Carried out in the early morning and late afternoon for about 2 hours.

Visit the Milk bars

Horse riding through the rolling hills of Rwanda, villages, coffee and tea plantations.

Guided walking tours in the lesser-known neighborhoods like Nyamirambo and large local markets like the Kimironko.

Helicopter tours: These stat and end in Kigali