Things to Do in Rwanda

Rwanda

Trek to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park, discover Kigali’s history and markets, or unwind on the shores of Lake Kivu. Combine forest experiences with city and cultural visits.

1. Gorilla Trekking

   Meet a mountain gorilla family in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park.

   What you’ll experience: Briefing at about 7:00 AM at Kinigi · Treks of 1–6 hours depending on the family · One hour with the gorillas

   Read the full guide →3-Day Volcanoes Gorilla Trek →4-Day Double Gorilla Trek →
2. Golden Monkey Trekking

   Track playful golden monkeys in the bamboo forests of the Virungas.

   What you’ll experience: Easy to moderate walks through bamboo forest · One hour with a troop of golden monkeys · Plenty of action as they leap and feed

   Read the full guide →3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek & Cultural Experience →
3. Dian Fossey Hike

   Hike to the grave of Dian Fossey and the Karisoke research centre she founded.

   What you’ll experience: A 2–3 hour climb through farmland and forest · Ruins of the Karisoke Research Centre · Dian Fossey’s grave and the gorilla cemetery

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4. Bisoke & Karisimbi Hiking

   Climb Mount Bisoke’s crater lake or Rwanda’s highest volcano, Karisimbi.

   What you’ll experience: Bisoke: a 6-hour round trip day hike · Karisimbi: two days with a night on the mountain · Changing vegetation from bamboo to giant lobelias

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5. Genocide Memorial Tours

   Learn about Rwanda’s history and its remarkable story of recovery.

   What you’ll experience: Moving exhibitions and personal stories · Audio guides in several languages · Quiet gardens for reflection

   Read the full guide →
6. Coffee Tours

   Pick, roast and taste Rwanda’s famous coffee with local farmers.

   What you’ll experience: Walking through coffee plantations · Hands-on picking, sorting and roasting · Traditional coffee preparation and tasting

   Read the full guide →4-Day Rwanda Gorillas & Lake Kivu →
7. Cultural Tours

   Experience Rwandan music, dance, food and traditions.

   What you’ll experience: Traditional Intore dances and drumming · Visiting a traditional healer and royal house replica · Cooking and tasting local food

   Read the full guide →3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek & Cultural Experience →
8. Chimpanzee Trekking

   Track chimpanzees in the ancient rainforest of Nyungwe National Park.

   What you’ll experience: Early morning starts around 5:00 AM · Steep forest trails · One hour with the chimpanzees

   Read the full guide →5-Day Rwanda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Safari →
9. Wildlife in Akagera

   See the Big Five on a savannah safari in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park.

   What you’ll experience: Morning and afternoon game drives · Boat cruise on Lake Ihema · Night drives with a ranger

   Read the full guide →