1 Day Kigali City Tour (opt 2)

Overview

A Kigali city tour allows you to experience the capital’s beauty, powerful history, and natural charm all in one day. Begin with a moving tribute to Rwanda’s past at the Kigali Genocide Memorial. In the late morning, visit the tranquil Umusambi Village, a peaceful wildlife sanctuary home to rehabilitated Grey Crowned Cranes. Enjoy a serene lunch surrounded by nature at Umusambi Village. In the afternoon, join a walking tour led by the Nyamirambo Women’s Center, where you will immerse yourself in local culture and explore one of Kigali’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Highlights

  • Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial.
  • Explore Umusambi Village.
  • Nyamirambo Women Center & Community Walking Tour.
  • Kigali Sight-Seeing Tour.

Itineraries

Morning: Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial

Begin your day with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center, a solemn site offering profound insight into the 1994 genocide. This important memorial provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about Rwanda’s history and to honor the memory of the genocide’s victims. Visitors are encouraged to approach the site with sensitivity and respect, mindful of its deep emotional significance.

Late Morning: Visit Umusambi Village

After visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center, continue to Umusambi Village, a peaceful nature reserve and Kigali’s first wildlife sanctuary. Established to rehabilitate and protect rescued Grey Crowned Cranes, this sanctuary offers a unique blend of conservation and tranquility. Enjoy a guided nature walk through the restored wetlands, observe the cranes in their natural habitat, and take in the serene landscape.
Lunch: Umusambi Village
Savor a locally inspired lunch surrounded by nature, with a chance to relax and reflect in the peaceful environment of the sanctuary.

Afternoon: Nyamirambo Women Center Walking Tour

In the afternoon, visit the Nyamirambo Women’s Center (NWC), a vibrant community-based organization dedicated to empowering women through education, vocational training, and economic development. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Nyamirambo neighborhood, led by local women who offer authentic insights into daily life, cultural traditions, and small businesses in the area. You will have the opportunity to engage with community members, visit a hair salon, a tailor shop, and stop at a scenic lookout point offering stunning views of Kigali.

Activities at Nyamirambo Women Center.

The Nyamirambo Women’s Center (NWC) offers a range of engaging cultural experiences, including a walking tour, a sisal basket weaving workshop, a traditional cooking class, and a Mount Kigali adventure. For a one-day visit, the walking tour is highly recommended, as it offers a rich and immersive introduction to the community’s daily life, culture, and history.

Kigali Sight-seeing Tour.

Take a sightseeing tour of Kigali to explore some of the city’s iconic landmarks, including Kigali City Hall, the vibrant Car Free Zone, and the beautifully maintained gardens.

  • Ground transportation in 4 x 4 SUV / PP Open roof Safari Vehicle.
  • Meals.
  • Audio guide device at the genocide memorial.
  • Professional English or French speaking driver guide.
  • Entrance fee.
  • All taxes included.
  • International flights.
  • Visa fees.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Tips for guides and staff.
  • Gifts and souvenirs.