Post on 03-May-2023
2 Dine & Shop around Kigali
Time Zone: Central African Time
(CAT) – GMT +2 hours
Size: 26,338 square kilometers
Population: 11,78 million
Capital City: Kigali
Major Economic Sectors: Tourism, mining and agriculture
Local Currency: Rwandan Franc
Foreign Currencies: All major currencies are accepted
Local Languages: Kinyarwanda, French, Swahili and English
Official Language: Kinyarwanda, English
President: H.E. Paul KAGAME
Telephone Country Code: +250
(Telecommunication is among the best in Africa)
ICT: High speed 4G LTE wireless broadband
Climate: Temperate all year round (24 – 27 degrees Celsius) making Rwanda an ideal destination year-round.
Rwanda Key Facts
Nyungwe
National Park
Gisenyi
Akagera
National Park
Cultural
Heritage
Corridor
Kigali
VolcanoesNational Park
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KigaliThe gateway city to the land of a thousand hills, Kigali is Rwanda’s rapidly growing capital city
and the most important business center in the country. Founded in 1907 as a small colonial
outpost with limited linkage to the outside world, it has grown into a modern metropolis – the
heart of the emerging Rwandan economy and one of the safest and cleanest capital cities on
the African continent.
Before heading out on one of Rwanda’s wonderful travel adventures captured in the ‘Get
Around’ section, you will be thrilled to explore one of our many speckled restaurants, coffee
shops and nightlife options. A haven for all things arts and culture, we have listed a range of
craft, fashion, art and souvenir shops for you to explore.
We invite you to enjoy the best of what our city has to offer.
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AROUND KIGALIDINE
Take advantage of the most outstanding restaurants in Kigali that guarantee menus
offering a selection of international and local cuisine delicately, prepared by top chefs
to tantalize your taste buds.
Dining Around has never been easier or more exciting. We have presented options to
suit all taste buds and pockets from great coffee shops serving Rwanda’s signature
coffees, to fine-dining restaurants serving delectable cuisine with breathtaking views of
the hills of Kigali. Bon appetite!
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R E S T A U R A N T S
4 BLOOMS
Specialty: BurgersLocation: Rugunga Contact: +250 728 950 204
BRACHETTO
Specialty: Italian CuisineLocation: KacyiruContact:+250 787 178 133
CAMELLIA TEA HOUSE
Specialty: ContinentalLocation: Kigali City CenterContact: +250 788 309 808
CHEZ JOHN
Specialty: East African CuisineLocation: KiyovuContact: +250 788 500 322
CHEZ ROBERT
Specialty: Continental and African Cuisine Location: KiyovuContact: +250 788 699 557
CHAP CHAP
Specialty: PilauLocation: NyamiramboContact: +250 788 305 829
DAE JANG GUEM
Specialty: Korean StyleLocation: Nyarutarama Contact: +250 782 396 095dacom.rw@gmail.com
HABESHA ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT
Specialty: Ethiopian CuisineLocation: KimihururaContact: +250 782 638 043
HEAVEN
Specialty: Rwandan-influencedinternational Cuisine Location: Kiyovu Contact: +250 788 486 581
INKA STEAKHOUSE
Specialty: SteakLocation: Kimihurura Contact: +250 780 302 666
KHANA KHAZANA
Specialty: Indian CuisineLocation: Nyarutarama / KiyovuContact: +250 788 499 600 +250 781 849 797
Bars Restaurant Night Clubs Coffee
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KISEKI RESTAURANT
Speciality: Japanese CuisineLocation: KimihururaContact: +250 781 403 829
LALIBELLA
Specialty: Ethiopian Cuisine Location: KimihururaContact: +250 788 505 293
CHOMA’D
Specialty: Grilled Food Location: NyarutaramaContact: +250 789 292 322
NEW CACTUS
Specialty: Continental and African CuisineLocation: KiyovuContact: +250 788 678 798
THE HUT
Specialty: Bar Grill Location: KimihururaContact: +250 788 304 788
PAPYRUS
Specialty: Continental CuisineLocation: KimihururaContact: +250 787 021 958
PILIPILI
Specialty: European CuisineLocation: KibagabagaContact: +250 788 585 800
REPUB LOUNGE
Specialty: Continental CuisineLocation: KimihururaContact: +250 788 303 030
L’EPICURIEN
Specialty: French CuisineLocation: KimihururaContact: +250 789 175 868
SAKAE
Specialty: Japanese CuisineLocation NyarutaramaContact: +250 784 577 738
SOLE LUNA
Specialty: Italian CuisineLocation: Remera-Gisiment Contact: +250 788 859 593
TUNG CHINESE CUISINE
Specialty: Chinese Cuisine Location: Nyarutarama, Century ParkContact: +250 735 434 546
TURAMBE
Specialty: SaladsLocation: KacyiruContact: +250 789 911 168
ZAFFRAN
Specialty: Indian CuisineLocation: KiyovuContact: +250 783 042 504
ZEN
Specialty: Oriental CuisineLocation: Nyarutarama Contact: +250 782 588 593
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C O F F E E S H O P S
ACACIA BOOK CAFE
Location: KacyiruContact: +250 788 312 132
BLUES CAFÉ
Location: City Centre, UTC BuildingContact: +250 788 323 666
BOURBON COFFEE
Locations & contacts: Nyarutarama, MTN Centre:+250 789 777 771Kigali City Tower:+250 789 777 773Kigali UTC:+250 789 777
CANABERRA
Location: Remera, GisimentiContact: +250 783 935 025
INZORA CAFEE
Location: Kigali Downtown, Ikirezi Bookstore Contact: +250 789 539 764
JAVA HOUSE
Location: KimihururaKigali Heights BuildingContact: +250 788 381 132
MAGDA CAFE
Specialty: African and Continental Cuisine Location: KacyiruContact: +250 788 305 466
NEOCAFE
Location: KacyiruContact: +250 789 099 683
SHOKOLA
Location: Kacyiru & KimihururaContact: +250 788 350 530
SIMBA
Location: City Centre- Centenary BuildingContact: +250 252 570 566
QUESTION COFFEE ROASTER
Location: GishushuContact: +250 781 968 027
BRIOCHE
Location: Kacyiru, Gishushu & City CenterContact: +250 781 968 027
BASO
Location: KiyovuContact: +250 738 084 810
Bars Restaurant Night Clubs Coffee
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B A R S
BEIRUT SKY POOL
Location: KibagabagaContact: +250 782 730 401
CHILLAX LOUNGE
Location: NyarutaramaContact: +250 787 612 222
MASTERS BAR & LOUNGE
Specialty: Bar& Continental CuisineLocation: NyarutaramaContact: +250 786 575 577
ROSTY PUB BAR -RESTO
Location: KimironkoContact: +250 784 192 848
SUNDOWNER-RESTO-PUB
Location: KimihururaContact: +250 788 301 922
FUSCHSIA BAR & LOUNGE
Specialty: African & European Cuisine Location: Remera, GisimentiContact: +250 788 535 672
PICCADILLY BAR
Location: GismentiContact: +250 786 443 673
TROPHY’S
Location: RemeraContact: +250 786 599 470
RIDERS
Location: KimihururaContact: +250 784 836 839
TRATORIA
Location: KimihururaContact: +250 788 679 798
Bars Restaurant Night Clubs Coffee
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N I G H T C L U B S
BOUGAINVILLA
Location: NyarutaramaContact: +250 788 431 011
COCOBEAN
Location: KacyiruContact: +250 788 990 811
ENVY CLUB
Location: KimihururaContact: +250 788 278 750
GO-LEMI VIP CL UB BAR
Specialty: European Cuisine Location: Kimihurura, Lemigo Hotel,Contact: +250 784 183 299
JJ NIGHT CLUB
Location: Kiyovu, Park Inn Hotel
Contact:+250 788 132 500
JUNCTION CLUB
Location: Remera- GisimentiContact: +250 784 990 944
LEGACY – MILLES COLLINES HOTEL
Location: KiyovuContact: +250 252 576 530
PEOPLE CLUB
Location: KimihururaContact: +250 788 381 000
PLATINUM CLUB
Location: KibagabagaContact: +250 782 730 401
THE MIRROR NIGHT CLUB
Location: Remera- KisimentiContact: +250 783 705 716
Bars Restaurant Night Clubs Coffee
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Want to take a piece of remarkable Rwanda home? Here is a suggested list of great
shopping options with a variety of made in Rwanda products for you.
Rwanda’s fine and colorful paintings, beautiful traditional baskets, clothes, bags and
shoes tailored with traditional “kitenge” fabric, can serve as an unusual and affordable
souvenir. You can also find striking jewellery: necklaces and earrings made from
simple but remarkably elegant materials. Pottery and wooden carvings are a common
traditional handcraft in Rwanda, renowned for their unique style of creation.
AROUND KIGALISHOP
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A R T & C R A F T
AGASEKE PROJECT
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 788 673 818
ARTDECO
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 788 502 971 / 788 734 090
AZIZI LIFE
Quality Handcraft Boutique(Heaven Restaurant)Contact: +250 783 049 665
CAPLAKI HANDCRAFT MARKET
Wide variety of traditional Rwandan craftsContact: +250 788 569 021
COOPAR
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 788 428 013
EAST AFRICAN HERITAGE LTD
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 788 558 995
GAHAYA LINKS LTD
Handcraft CentreContact: +250 788 307 / 788 620 553
INZUKI DESIGNS
High fashion Rwandan jewellery: Contact: +250 786 249 039
HUMAN TOUCH
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 783 592 644 +250 788 423 739
IBANGA UNION COOPERATIVES
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 784 731 319
IKAZE SHOP
Traditional Rwandan crafts – Baskets, jewellery, pottery, artContact: +250 788 537 608
INEMA ARTS
Contemporary Art Gallery Contact: +250 783 187 646
IVUKA ARTS
Contemporary Art GalleryContact: +250 783 594 382
HOUSE OF TAYO
Made in Rwanda Clothing: +250 786 410 788
ABRAHAM KONGA COLLECTION
Made in Rwanda Clothing: +250 785 561 626
HAUTE BASO
Made in Rwanda Clothing +250 733 186 103
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LIBRARIE CARITAS HANDCRAFT
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 788 300 787
MILLE COLLINES BARCELONA
Designer Clothing and AccessoriesContact: +250 784 981 717
RUISE B
Handcraft BoutiqueContact: +250 783 182 781
RW & A CLOTHING
Rwandan Designer ClothingContact: +250 783 242 104
RWANDA NZIZA
Rwanda Fair Trade Association Contact: +250 788 627 104
TONGO
Art gallery, jewellery & fashion accessoriesContact: +250 784 525 185
UBURANGA ARTS STUDIO
Contemporary Art GalleryContact: +250 788 605 924
YEGO ARTS
Contemporary Art GalleryOpposite MTN CentreContact:+250 788 480 835
CHIC BUILDING /COMPLEX
Location: Kigali City Center
M PEACE PLAZA
Location: Kigali City Center
UNION TRADE CENTER (UTC)
Location: Kigali City Center
Contact: +250 788 308 055
MTN SHOPPING CENTER
Location: Nyarutarama
KIGALI HEIGHTS
Location: Kigali Kimihurura, opposite Kigali Convention Center
KIGALI CITY TOWER (KCT)
Location: Kigali City Center
S H O P P I N G M A L L S
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AROUND RWANDAGET
The “Land of a Thousand Hills” compact size is no secret: This means minimised travel time
that allows visitors to take in the verdant greens of the countryside while getting acquainted
with many of Rwanda’s natural and cultural attractions.
Take advantage of our pre and post tour offerings & discover Remarkable Rwanda, one hill
at a time, tailored to your requirements from day trips to overnight stays or as long as your
time will allow.
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KIGALI CULTURAL VILLAGE
Address:
KN 3 Ave, Kigali
0789532168 /
0788300663
A traditional cultural market where local artisans
and food vendors exhibit and trade their goods.
Explore multiple elements of the Rwandan
culture whilst being presented with an
opportunity to shop through a wide selection
of goods, ranging from crafts, fashion, jewelry
and enjoy selected local and international food
delicacies.
S O C I A L AC T I V I T Y I N F O R M AT I O N
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Type Name LocalizationActivities/Products
PriceOpen Hours
Contact number
Cafes
Bom Dia Café- Resto
Nyamirambo
Juices,Tea & coffee Al halal food(No-alcohol)
-Everyday
7am to 11pm
0785844417
DeliziaKigali height Kimihurura
Ice- creamsItalian food
6am-11pm
0786338 089
The Fork Kigali height Kimihurura
Halal food6am-11pm
0788302800
Juice Bar Twistiblendz KimihururaAtural
smothies0787 830 253
Casino
New oriental casino
NyarutaramaGumbling
games3pm-3am 0788960842
Kigali gaming center
M Peace Plaza/city
center
Gumbling games
2pm-6am 078992295
Sport
Golf Club Nyarutarama Golf
Golf bag Frw 10,000
Golf ball frw 1,000Cadi(port-
er) Frw 5,000
Everyday 6am to
5pm
07880000040788802617
DAY T I M E A N D E V E N I N G AC T I V I T I E S
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Fazenda Sengha
Mount Kigali- Nyamirambo
Horse ridingZip liningArchery
Frw 20,000 per hour
Frw 7,500 per hour
Frw 7,500 per hour
Everyday 7am to
5pm
07844063400781216559
Nyarutarama sport trust
clubNyarutarama
TennisGym
AerobicSauna&
massage
07883064020788664569
Museums/Art Gallery
Caplaki Art Gallery
RugungaHandcrafts
on sale-
Everyday 7am to
6pm0788565696
Richard Kandt
MuseumMuhima
Historical Museum
Everyday 7-5pm
0738 742 026
Campaign Against
Genocide Museum
KimihururaLiberation of
Kigali Everyday
7-5pm0 733 573 310
Tours
Nyamirambo Women Center
Biryogo
Walking tours
Basket weaving
Traditional cooking
Monday-Saturday
9-5pm0782111860
Go Kigali Tours
City tour and boutique
Every day 8-11pm
0788 316 607
Library
Kigali Public Library- Shokola
Cafe
Kacyiru
Tea/coffee/chocolate/juices and
snacks
7am-9pm 0788350530
Ikirezi Library- Inzora cafe
Kacyiru Food and beverage
Everyday 0789 539 764
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E V E N I N G S P E C I A L S
Kiyovu, KN51 Ave. Kiyovu
Tuesday
Mongolian Buffet at the Bistro @ RWF13000,00
pp including a free drink (soft drink, local beer,
glass of wine)
Thursday and Friday Nights
Happy Hour from 18:30 to 20:30 at the
SkyLounge, Buy one get one free on all cocktails
and Heineken beer
Saturday
SkyLounge will be showing various football
matches with various food and drink combo
specials
Bucket of 8 Heineken for RWF 15000,00
CITYBLUE EMBASSY ROW HOTEL AND SUITES KN 7 Ave Kacyiru
Monday to Friday
Lunch Buffet @RWF 6500,00 at Harry’s
Restaurant from 12:00pm to 16:00pm
Thursday and Friday Nights
Happy Hour from 18:30 to 20:30 at the
SkyLounge, Buy one get one free on all cocktails
and Heineken beer
URBAN BY CITYBLUE
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BRACHETTO RESTAURANT
• Brachetto Tasting Dinner
• 3 courses: 35,000 RWF per person
• Wine Tasting Dinner
• 3 Courses (starter, main and dessert + 3
wines): 45,000 RWF per person
• Luxury Wine Tasting Dinner
• 5 Courses, 5 wines: 75,000 RWF per
person
• Tapas Ap eritivo Experience
• 3 Tapas selections and 1 drink: 16,000
RWF per person
• Brachetto Champagne Dinner
• 3 Courses for 2 guests, paired with
Tattinger Champagne: 180,000 RWF
• Family Extravaganza Dinner
• Sharing of Chef ’s selections: 40,000
RWF per person
• After Work Drink Special
• 2 Aperitifs with tapas: 12,000 RWF per
person
Reservations: 0787178133 or
brachettorestaurant@yahoo.com
Restaurant Brachetto
Kg 5 N° 147
KIGALI
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QUESTION COFFEE
TOUR COMMISSIONS AND PRICING FARM TOUR
Pax Transport Price @ Question Coffee Price for re-sellers (you!)
1-3 Included 170.000 130.000
1-3 Not included 100.000 60.000
4-More Included 100.000 60.000
4-More Not Included 80.000 40.0000
Farm and Coffee Washing Station Tour Farm
and Coffee Washing Station Tour
• Meet at Question Coffee Gishushu
for morning coffee and meet your
Question Coffee guide
• Travel to Kayonza district
• Meet coffee farmers and live
demonstration of each step of growing
coffee cherries
• Tour of a coffee washing station
with demonstration of each step of
processing coffee
• Farmers will roast coffee and serve the
guests
• Lunch and rest stop in Kayonza
• Coffee gift bag for each guest
Time:
8 hours (Full day) to return back to Kigali
Bookings available 7 days a week
latest start time is 09h00
Contact: MWIZERWA Sylvere 0782790403
sylvere@questioncoffee.com
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TOUR COMMISSIONS AND PRICING MASTER CLASS
Pax Transport Price @ Question Coffee Price for re-sellers (you!)
1-3 Not Required 40.000 30.000
4-More Not required 35.000 20.000
• All activities take place at Question
Coffee Gishushu
• Guests will be taken through a short
coffee history lesson, harvest cherries
from the trees in our garden, taste coffee
from all over Rwanda, and create their
own custom blend
• Each guest gets one gift bag to take
home
• Guides are welcome to join for free or
simply provide pick-up/drop off service
Time:
3 hours (can be made shorter on request)
Bookings available 7 days a week, 7am - 7pm
Contact: MWIZERWA Sylvere 0782790403
sylvere@questioncoffee.com
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TOUR COMMISSIONS AND PRICING CAFE VISIT
Package Pax Commission (Per pax)
Farm and coffee washing station 1-3 3000
Farm and coffee washing station 4-More 5000
Question coffee master class 1-3 1000
Question coffee master class 4-More 2000
Question coffee cafe (no tour) 1+ 1000
Commissions for Unscheduled Visits (for
driver guides):
• Bring your guests to experience the
BEST coffee in Rwanda
• We have wifi, beautiful seating, coffee,
tea, and snacks
• Guests can purchase amazing gift
bags to take home for coffee loving
friends and family
• Drivers can make a commission of
1000rwf per person for simply bringing
guests to our cafe
• If the guests make a booking when
they visit, we will pay an additional
commission to the driver that brought
them to us
Time:
Mon - Fri, 07h00 - 19h00
Sat - Sun, 08h00 - 17h00
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RADISSON BLU + KCCAddress:
KG 2 Roundabout, Kigali
The larder restaurant near the pool
The Larder restaurant offers local and
international foods with an African twist. Enjoy
delicious cuisine from our a la carte menu and
themed buffets as you dine in a world-class
setting.
Hours:
All-day dining restaurant open for breakfast from
6:00 AM - 11:30AM,
Lunch every day 12:30pm- 4pm
Brunch on Sundays starting from 12:30 -
4:00PM.
FILINI ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Filini is a passionately Italian restaurant that
provides a unique mix of sophistication and
casual design.
Feel as though you are in the fresh atmosphere
of a mercato as you enjoy the walk through
seasonal deli and show kitchen.
Hours:
Open for Lunch: Noon - 15:00 PM (Daily)
Open for dinner: 18:00 PM - 23:00 PM (Daily)
Weekend: Saturday Jazz Night with Herbert
Jazz Band from: 6:00 PM till 23:00 Pm
LA PIAZZA BAR AT THE KCC ROOF TOP
La Piazza is the perfect venue for entertaining
friends and colleagues. Relax on the spacious
outdoor terrace overlooking the beautiful city
of Kigali as you savor a delicious cocktail made
from fresh fruit and top-shelf spirits.
Hours:
Week-days: 15:00 to 23:00 Weekends: 12:00 to
01:00
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LOUNGE BAR NEAR THE POOL
The Lounge is a relaxed and informal bar that
overlooks the swimming pool. It offers the city’s
widest array of drinks and selected international
wines paired with essential nibbles and snacks.
Hours:
11:00 - 01:00 (Daily)
Park Inn by Radisson, Kigali
Address:
KN 41 St, Kigali
Live-Inn Room Restaurant
In a modern yet cozy atmosphere, Live-Inn
Room dishes up delectable assortments of
local and international flavors for breakfast,
lunch, dinner and everything in between. Wake
up to our breakfast buffet; and savor selection
of mouth-watering dishes from our à la carte
menu for lunch and dinner. Complimented by
personalized service, our cuisine is a celebration
of the finest ingredients in Rwanda cooked
to perfection. Take advantage of an intimate
outdoor setting at Live-Inn Room, ideal for
special events and private parties.
Hours:
Breakfast: 6.30– 10.30 (Mon to Fri)
6.30 – 11.00 (Sat and Sun)
Lunch: 14.00 – 15.30
Dinner: 18.00 – 22.00
POOL BAR
While you are working on your tan, enjoying
family fun by the swimming pool or mingling at
the bar, our trendy pool side bar is the ultimate
summer escape. Cool down with a cocktail,
fresh juice or ice-cold premium beers while
enjoying appetizers tempting sandwiches,
seafood and other delicious bites.
Hours: 9:00am – 22:00
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LOBBY BAR
Vibrant and active, our lobby bar is a great place
to meet over drinks, delicious bar food or sweet
specialties from our pastry chef. Surf the internet
for free and stay connected with loved ones’
while sipping the famous Rwandan coffee or tea.
Hours: 9:00am – 22:00
JJ NIGHTCLUB
With emphasis on all that’s stylish and trendy;
dazzling lights, talented DJs, dancing and drinks
at JJs nightclub, inspires long nights. open from
10pm- Late.
TROPHY’SAddress:
Kg 8 Avenue, number 18
0786599470
Hours:
Tues- Sun 4pm - 2am
Activities:
Thursday- Saturday DJ nights from 6pm
Thur: Dj K-ru (underground sounds)
Fri: infinity plays old school
Sat: South African house night
ORIENTAL GOURMET BY PAPYRUSThey Specialize Chinese, Thai and Japanese
cuisine. We have also Pizza Corner.
Opening Hours /Closing
Sunday to Thursday
12pm- 3pm - Lunch
6 pm - till late- dinner/ Bar
Friday - Saturday
12 pm - 4pm - Lunch
6 pm till 2 am
Bar area open until 6 am
Special Menu:
Set lunch menu 6,000 per person
(soup, starter, main and dessert)
Set Menu Package for group minimum of 20
people. 12,000 and 15,000 per person (buffet
style or served on table)
DJ nights on Friday & Saturday
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MUSEUMS AND MEMORIALS
CAMP KIGALI: BELGIAN
MEMORIALA small museum in Kigali City lies at the site of
the massacre of 10 Belgian UN Blue Berets. At
the onset of Genocide under the command of
General Dallaire, they were deployed to guard
the house of the then Prime Minister Agatha
Uwilingiyimana. When the genocide began,
Presidential Guard soldiers invaded the home,
disarmed the Belgians and transported them
to Camp Kigali where they killed them. The ten
stone pillars memorialize the ten soldiers killed.
K I G A L I C I T Y : H A L F - DAY TO U R S
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GENOCIDE MEMORIAL - GISOZIThe people of Rwanda embrace peace and
reconciliation. They are committed to fight the
ideology of genocide. The memorials found
throughout the country are moving testimonies
in memory of the 1994 Genocide against the
Tutsi. Inaugurated on the 10th anniversary of
the Rwandan genocide, the Kigali Genocide
Memorial is where 259,000 victims have been
buried. This memorial also serves to educate
about genocide in the 20th Century.
PRESIDENTIAL PALACEThe Presidential Palace, residence of the former
president of Rwanda, President J. Habyarimana
is now a museum that gives an overview of
Rwanda’s history and a visit to the remains of the
Falcon 60 presidential jet that are housed in a
walled garden on the property.
Located in Kigali’s uptown neighbourhood of
Gaculiro only 6 kms from downtown, Vision
City is a creation of futuristic neighbourhoods
catering to the modern needs of homebuyers.
This tour showcases Kigali’s newest state-of-the-
art housing development, with unobstructed
views of the beautiful rolling hills of Kigali,
including parks, luxury villas, town houses and
modern apartments. The City is envisioned to
have a total of 4,500 housing units which will
be completed in four phases with the first phase
nearing completion.
In addition to residential housing, the city has
a town centre that will serve as the commercial
hub for residents with Wi-fi connectivity,
commercial and retail facilities, and a three-star
hotel.
VISION CITY
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NYARUTARAMA GOLF COURSEExperience Rwanda’s great bird life whilst
enjoying a round of 9 or 18 holes golf on the
emerald green fairways of the Kigali Golf Club.
Equipment, clubs and caddies are available for
hire; lessons available at very reasonable rates.
Web: www.kigaligolfclub.com
Email: golf@kigaligolfclub.com
Manager: +250 788 590 242
TENNIS AND SWIMMING CLUBS• Nyarutarama Tennis Club
• Cercle Sportif de Kigali
Web: www.cerclesportifdekigali.org
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EXPERIENCE KIGALIFounded in 1907 as a small administrative
outpost with limited linkage to the outside
world, it has today grown into a modern
metropolis – the heart of the emerging Rwandan
economy and the safest and cleanest capital
city in the continent of Africa.
Rwanda’s Tour Operators (refer RTTA listing)
offer a variety of half day or full day Kigali City
Tours - the best way to see and experience
Kigali within a short time. The tours include
a visit to a variety of attractions. There are
museums and memorials, local markets, public
art walks and more! Some of the highlights
include Kigali Genocide Memorial, Camp Kigali,
Vision City, Central Business District, shopping
areas and wind up to a fine dining and night life
experience.
GOLF, TENNIS AND SWIMMING
KIGALI CITY TOURS
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Your Tour Operator can tailor-make a full or multiple
day/overnight tour taking in a combination of any
of the following attractions:
Notes: Some of these, particularly Nyungwe
National Park, can only be done as overnight
/ two night packages. Keep in mind that all of
Rwanda observes Umuganda (community
service) on the last Saturday of every month.
During the hours of 8-12 there is no driving and
shops are not open. Some tourist activities are
allowed. There are projects to be found in which
you can participate.
Please be aware that Gorilla and Chimpanzee
permits have a limited number so it is advised to
plan well in advance.
RWANDA-FULL & MULTIPLE DAY TOURS
BIRD WATCHING EXCURSIONSRwanda has one of the highest bird counts on
the continent with over 700 species including
almost 30 known as Albertine Rift Endemic.
Early morning bird watching excursions can be
arranged at Nyarutarama Lake bordering the
Golf Course in Kigali. Further afield as a half-
day or full day option is the Rugezi marshland.
The site hosts rare and endemic species for
example Grauer’s Rush Warbler and the highest
population of the Grey Crowned Crane of
Rwanda. Another half day excursion can be to
Akanyaru and Nyabarongo wetlands, two sites
declared Important Birding Areas by Birdlife
International.
At the Murago wetland and lakes of Bugesera you may be lucky to spot interesting species such as
the Lesser Jacana and Purple Swamphen.
All three of the national parks are important for a serious bird expedition – Volcanoes NP boasts 165
species with 17 endemic; Nyungwe NP 310 species with 26 endemic and Akagera NP over 525
species and home to the elusive Shoebill Stork.
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COMMUNITY BASED, CULTURAL AND RELIGIOUS TOURS
IBY’IWACU CULTURAL VILLAGE Located in Musanze, this village shows some
aspects of Rwanda’s ancient ways and supports
the local community some of whom were once
poachers. Here you will see a traditional healer,
a black smith; grind sorghum, shoot arrows after
being greeted by traditional Intore dancers and
drummers.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ARTISANThe Azizi Life Experience begins in Muhanga
district an hour from Kigali. With an interpreter
you will experience daily village life with the
community partaking in activities such as:
collecting water, cutting grass, basket weaving,
making bricks, traditional building, banana juice
making and traditional drumming and dancing.
Lunch is a simple local meal with your host
family and the day finishes at the Azizi Life office,
with a chance to browse through the beautiful
crafts made by Azizi Life artisans and do a little
fair trade shopping.
CULTURAL HERITAGE CORRIDORThe Cultural Heritage Corridor in the Southern
Province showcases a number of Rwanda’s
important cultural and historical sites for
example:
• King Mutara III Rudahigwa’s 1931 Royal
Palace museum, standing today as it did
when the King was in residence along
with the ‘Inyambo’, traditional Rwandan
cows known for their impressive long
horns.
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• Ethnographic Museum in Huye houses
one of Africa’s finest collections of pre
and postcolonial ethnographic, artistic
and archaeological displays.
• Rwesero Art Museum, King Rudahigwa
III’s modern palace, now displays
contemporary Rwandan artwork and
serves as the National Art Gallery.
RELIGIOUS TOURS Rwanda is rich with remarkable religious sites
and attractions some of which are:
• Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Kibeho is the
only Shrine in Africa officially approved
in 2001, it is a place of pilgrimage and
apparitions.
• Divine Mercy Statue, Jesus: the famous
Mexican sculptor, Gogy Farias, created
this incredible statue in bronze, 16ft tall
and weighing 2 tons it was brought to
Rwanda by the Marian Fathers in 2004.
• Butare Cathedral was a gift from the
Belgian King Albert and Queen Astrid. It
was completed in 1937 and is the largest
cathedral in Rwanda.
• Nyanza Christ the King Catholic Parish
built in 1935 is one of Rwanda’s oldest
churches and where King Rudahigwa
was baptized.
• Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady in Kabgayi
was consecrated in April 1923. There
are some great examples of colonial-era
architecture in Kabgayi.
• Save, the oldest church constructed by
the first missionaries in 1905.
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RUBAVUVisit the beaches, 1918 First World War Graves, tours of Bralirwa Brewery, and enjoy sundowners on the lake’s shores and traditional night fishing experiences with local fisherman.
Drive part of the spectacular Congo Nile trail, bird watch in Gishwati Forest, visit Rosamond Carr / Imbabazi flower farm, go caving, take a Batwa community Dancing Pots tour, or a city tour of Gisenyi (Congo border posts and market, Poupeé de Atelier, Ubumwe Disabled Community Centre).
FROM CROP TO CUP TEA AND COFFEE EXPERIENCES Some of the world’s best tea and coffee is grown in Rwanda; the high mountains, cool climate and rich volcanic soil result in award winning quality products. Experience growing and production processes – from the nursery to plantations, pruning, picking, washing, drying and the many steps in-between to finally (in the case of coffee) roasting. Finish off with a tea or coffee tasting experience. Note: These tours are seasonal - the best time to visit being May to August, with harvesting time for coffee in the rainy season (March – May).
KARONGIKarongi offers beaches, islands and crystal clear water. Boating, tea and coffee plantations, the Kibuye Power Plant (methane gas is extracted from the lake), Bisesero Genocide Memorial, Congo Nile Parish Catholic Church Rutsiro (where the first Rwandan bishop was based), night fishing, Napoleon’s Island with a colony of fruit bats and birds, Amahoro Island restaurant – just some of the delights found in and near this small resort town.
LAKE KIVU SURROUNDS
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MOUNTAIN GORILLA / GOLDEN MONKEY TRACKING / HIKING TRAILS Tracking the endangered mountain gorilla on
the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes is magical.
Experience an unforgettable Gorilla tracking
through mountain forests or a Golden Monkey
visit through bamboo forests.
Also available is the ‘Dian Fossey Tomb Trail’ – a
beautiful yet challenging hike to 3,000 meters
up the slopes of Mount Bisoke or a hike to the
beautiful Ngezi Crater Lake at the top.
Permits should be booked 3 to 6 months in
advance (particularly for gorillas in high season
from June – September as only 80 permits are
issued per day).
Contact: RDB / RTTA
CAVING IN MUSANZERwanda’s caves date back 65 million years and
lie within the volcanic region where lava flow
layers long ago created the Albertine Rift Valley.
The caves offer easy hiking of up to 2 kms and
showcase many entrances most being roof
collapses.
Permit Cost per person: US$ 50
Time of cave tours: 10h00 and 15h00
NATIONAL PARKS
VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK NOTHERN PROVINCE
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BUHANGA ECO PARK A small forest dominated by magnificent dragon
trees and abundant bird life offering nature
walks. Nearby Volcanoes National Park
Akagera is the largest national park in Rwanda
comprising acacia woodlands, savannah
grasslands and mountain habitats. The Akagera
River feeds a labyrinth of lakes and papyrus
swamps making it the largest protected
wetland in Central Africa with one of the highest
concentrations of hippopotamus in Africa. Enjoy
big game viewing as well as one of the best bird-
watching sites in Rwanda. You may also enjoy
a boat ride to see bird island and a large Nile
crocodile, or an evening game drive.
AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK EASTERN PROVINCE
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Within the Great Rift Valley lies Nyungwe Forest,
acclaimed for its biodiversity and endemic
species richness. Africa’s largest protected
mountain rainforest is an important habitat for
many species, especially primates (13 species)
and birds of which there are over 300 species.
Butterflies and moths abound and the forest
comprises more than 240 tree species with
the canopy reaching 70 meters high in places,
orchids and over 1,000 plant types.
Note: Only 16 Chimpanzee permits per day are
issued. Advance booking of 3 to 6 months is
recommended.
NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK WESTERN PROVINCE
Contact: RDB / RTTA
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