Travel guide · Rwanda
Rwanda: what to see and when to go
Rwanda, the 'land of a thousand hills', is a small, green and safe country where you can trek to see mountain gorillas on the volcanoes of the north. Kigali is clean and orderly, distances are short, and in a week you can combine gorillas, chimpanzees, a savannah safari and Lake Kivu.
What to see and do in Rwanda
Volcanoes National Park
An hour with a family of mountain gorillas, after a trek of one to several hours through bamboo forest.
Kigali Genocide Memorial
A moving visit that explains the country's recent history.
Nyungwe Forest
Chimpanzee tracking and a canopy walkway above an ancient rainforest.
Akagera National Park
Savannah and lakes with lions, elephants and rhinos, brought back in recent years.
Lake Kivu
Beaches, boat trips and quiet towns such as Rubavu (Gisenyi) and Karongi (Kibuye).
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Feb.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 9 hr | ≈ €510 · See flights |
| New York | 15 hr | ≈ €650 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 20 hr | ≈ €760 · See flights |
| Dubai | 5 hr, 45 min | ≈ €340 · See flights |
| Singapore | 11 hr | ≈ €560 · See flights |
| Sydney | 16 hr, 45 min | ≈ €690 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €850 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Rwanda
- Currency
- Rwandan Franc
- Good for
- nature · wild · mountains
- How long to stay
- 5–8 days
- Where to stay
- Kigali to start, Musanze or a lodge at the foot of the volcanoes for the gorillas, and a night or two by Lake Kivu.Find a place to stay in Rwanda
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Rwanda and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Feb. Average highs range from 25° in April to 28° in September.
How many days do you need in Rwanda?
5 to 8 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Rwanda cost?
Accommodation runs at around €110 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €850 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 9 hr.
Where should you stay in Rwanda?
Kigali to start, Musanze or a lodge at the foot of the volcanoes for the gorillas, and a night or two by Lake Kivu.
