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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

3Dine & Shop around Kigali

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.


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!


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 [email protected]

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


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


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



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


TRATORIA




N I G H T C L U B S

BOUGAINVILLA

Location: NyarutaramaContact: +250 788 431 011

COCOBEAN


ENVY CLUB


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


PLATINUM CLUB

Location: KibagabagaContact: +250 782 730 401

THE MIRROR NIGHT CLUB

Location: Remera- KisimentiContact: +250 783 705 716



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


EAST AFRICAN HERITAGE LTD


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


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


MILLE COLLINES BARCELONA

Designer Clothing and AccessoriesContact: +250 784 981 717

RUISE B


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


UNION TRADE CENTER (UTC)


Contact: +250 788 308 055

MTN SHOPPING CENTER

Location: Nyarutarama

KIGALI HEIGHTS

Location: Kigali Kimihurura, opposite Kigali Convention Center

KIGALI CITY TOWER (KCT)


S H O P P I N G M A L L S


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.


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


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


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


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


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

[email protected]

Restaurant Brachetto

Kg 5 N° 147

KIGALI


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

[email protected]


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

[email protected]


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


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


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


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


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


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

Dine & Shop around Kigali

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: [email protected]

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


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.


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.


• 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.


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


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


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


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


RWANDA TOUR AND TRAVEL ASSOCIATION (RTTA)

NAME ADDRESS TELEPHONE

RTTA accredited members www.rttarwanda.orginfo@ +250 788 846 55

Achut Gorilla Safaris [email protected] +250 788 418 175

Amahoro Tours [email protected] +250 788 687 448

Attractive Safaris [email protected] +250 788 487 682

Azizi Life Experiences [email protected] +250 785 781 146

Bizidanny Tours & Safaris [email protected] +250 788 301 461

Concord / Magic Safaris [email protected] +250 788 743 349

Eagle Ride [email protected] +250 788 596 611

East African Eco Explorer [email protected] +250 788 358 982

EOS – Visions Rwanda [email protected] +250 788 385 050

FCM Charleston Travel Rwanda Ltd

[email protected] +250 788 301 616

Gerry Tours and Safaris [email protected] +250 788 502 808

Go Kigali [email protected] +250 781 466 592

Individual Tours [email protected] +250 788 352 661

Intore Expeditions [email protected] +250 788 353 736

ITA [email protected] +250 788 303 598

International Tour and Travel


Jambo Tours and Safaris [email protected] +250 788 307 648

JK Safaris [email protected] +250 788 300 649

Mapendano Voyages [email protected] +250 788 761 069

Mercator Assistance [email protected] +250 788 306 830

New Dawn Associates [email protected] +250 788 333 652

Primate Safaris [email protected] +250 788 300 497

Rickshaw Travels Rwanda [email protected] +250 785 475 652

RMS Ltd – Travel Partner [email protected]

+250 788 308 291


NAME ADDRESS TELEPHONE

Rwanda Eco-Tours [email protected]

+250 788 301 080

Songa Africa the Tourism Company


Sunrise Eco-tours [email protected] +250 788 312 250

The Far Horizon [email protected] +250 785 658 777

Thousand Hills Expeditions [email protected] +250 788 300 430

Vava Tours & Travel [email protected] +250 788 557 701

Virunga Expedition [email protected]

+250 788 300 508

Volcanoes Safaris [email protected] +250 788 302 069

Wildlife Tours-Rwanda [email protected] +250 788 357 052

Zebra Country Tours [email protected] +250 788 388 152


NAME TELEPHONE

Atak +250 788 595 857

C.T.V.R.B +250 722 896 537

Co.T.V.K +250 788 517 725

Coctaki +250 788 843 973

Codace +250 788 574 267

Cokita +250 788 874 003

Condor +250 788 696 049

Coochatavoru +250 788 762 960

Coperative Umubano +250 788 559 090

Cotahama +250 788 557 872

Cotavogi +250 788 890 125

Cotavoka +250 788 525 880

Cotavonya +250 788 530 029

Ejo Heza +250 788 415 863

K.T.V Co +250 783 541 281

Kigali Taxi Service +250 788 312 522

Nyungwe Chimps +250 788 561 282

Quick Taxis Services +250 788 852 600

QVTC Ltd +250 788 356 590

Rocky Trades Ltd +250 788 352 707

Twigire Taxi Service +250 788 442 942

Women Transport Ltd +250 788 868 840

UMUBANO +250 788 502 361

LICENSED TAXI CAB COMPANIES


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16 UAE EXCHANGE 0788377000

17 UNIVERSAL 0788306972

18 GATUNA 07882681

GASABO

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20 CASHLINE 0788322368

21 INSHUTI 0788532341

22 PRIME 0788769004


COMMERCIAL BANKSACCESS BANK RWANDAAvenue de la Paix, Head Office,City Centre +250 788 309 299UTC Building +250 252 500 089www.accessrwanda.com[ Visa, MasterCard, China Union Pay ]

BANK OF KIGALIAvenue de la Paix, Head Office,City Centre +250 788 143 000Airport +250 788 305 163Kacyiru +250 788 302 461MTN Centre +250 788 526 059Kigali City Tower (KTC) Premier +250 788 143 000www.bk.rw[ Visa, China Union Pay, American Express, Diners Club ]

BPR ATLAS MARAAvenue de l’Armee, Head Office +250 788 187 200,City Centre, above Mille Collines Hotel Branches: Kicukiro; Rubangura Building; Giporoso - next to Engen PetroStation; Kimironkowww.bpr.rw[ Visa accepted ]

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ECOBANK RWANDAAvenue de la Paix, Head Office,City Centre +250 788 563 998Remera Branch, KisementiKigali Business Centre, Kimihururawww.ecobank.com[ Visa accepted ]

I&M BANK RWANDABoulevard de la Revolution, Head Office,City Centre +250 788 302 993Stippag Building Kacyiru +250 788 388 251Remera Branch – Kisimenti +250 788 312 883;Mateus +250 788 434 486www.imbank.rwanda[ Visa accepted ]

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GT BANK RWANDABoulevard de la Révolution, Head Office, City CentreRemera - Kisementi +250 788 304 727www.gtbank.co.rw

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