Visit Rwanda - The Land of a Thousand Hills
Overview
This 7-day "Land of a Thousand Hills" tour by Konnect Safaris offers an immersive journey through Rwanda, starting from Nairobi, Kenya, and traversing Uganda. The adventure includes exploring the vibrant capital of Kigali with its city tour, genocide memorial, and convention center. Guests will delve into Rwanda's rich cultural heritage at King's Palace Nyanza and experience the natural beauty of Nyungwe National Park with its canopy walk. The itinerary also features a relaxing boat ride on Lake Kivu, a therapeutic bath at Nyamumba Hot Springs, and a visit to the bustling Kimironko Market, providing a comprehensive experience of Rwanda's diverse attractions before returning to Nairobi.
Duration
7 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
Group Size
Max None
Schedule
Aug 10 - Aug 16, 2026
Schedule & Availability
Fixed DatesAugust 10, 2026 - August 16, 2026
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Assemble at International House Nairobi CBD at 4:30 AM for a briefing. Stopovers in Nakuru for quick breakfast and Kisumu for self-sponsored lunch. Proceed through Uganda, enjoying scenic views of the beautiful country, passing through major towns like Jinja, Mbarara, and Masaka. Overnight stay in Uganda.
Activities:
- Assemble in Nairobi
- Briefing
- Breakfast stop in Nakuru
- Lunch stop in Kisumu
- Scenic drive through Uganda
- Overnight in Uganda
Early morning arrival at Katuna Border, then depart for Kigali, arriving in good time for lunch. After checking in and freshening up, enjoy a hot wide spread Rwandanse Buffet Lunch. Start our Kigali City Tour with a scenic photostop at BK Arena, Amahoro Stadium, and Imbuga City Walk, a car-free zone for souvenir shopping. Dinner will be served later in the evening at our hotel in Kigali.
Activities:
- Arrive at Katuna Border
- Travel to Kigali
- Check-in at hotel
- Rwandanse Buffet Lunch
- Kigali City Tour (BK Arena
- Amahoro Stadium
- Imbuga City Walk)
- Souvenir shopping
- Dinner
- Overnight in Kigali
Breakfast will be served by 7:30 AM, check out the hotel and leave for site visits. We will start the day with a tour of Kigali Convention Centre and later depart for King's Palace Nyanza. Experience the Inyambo Cows, tradition and modern palace, and Rwanda's royal history. Later drive to Huye and check in at our hotel. Dinner will be served at 8 PM and overnight stay at the same hotel.
Activities:
- Breakfast
- Check out
- Kigali Convention Centre tour
- Visit King's Palace Nyanza (Inyambo Cows)
- Drive to Huye
- Check-in at hotel
- Dinner
- Overnight in Huye
After breakfast, we will check out and proceed with our Rwanda experience. Arrive Nyungwe National Park. Experience the magnificent Nyungwe Canopy Walk, suspended over 100 meters above the rainforest. For thrill seekers, enjoy the optional and self-sponsored zip line experience, covering approximately 2 KM. After the adventure, drive through scenic countryside to Lake Kivu belt, Karongi area. Later have Dinner at our hotel.
Activities:
- Breakfast
- Check out
- Travel to Nyungwe National Park
- Nyungwe Canopy Walk
- Optional zip line experience
- Scenic drive to Lake Kivu belt (Karongi)
- Dinner
- Overnight near Lake Kivu
After breakfast, enjoy a boat ride at Lake Kivu and have a rare sighting of the swimming cows crossing the lake. For adventurers, you can hike Napoleon Island and enjoy sweet panoramic views. Later drive towards Nyamumba Hot Springs for a therapeutic bath, well known for deep relaxation, skin care and overall body wellness. In the afternoon, drive to Kigali for dinner and overnight stay.
Activities:
- Breakfast
- Boat ride at Lake Kivu
- Swimming cows sighting
- Hike Napoleon Island (optional)
- Panoramic views
- Travel to Nyamumba Hot Springs
- Therapeutic bath at Hot Springs
- Travel to Kigali
- Dinner
- Overnight in Kigali
Breakfast is served by 8:00 AM, morning leisure time. Check out by 11:30 AM followed by visiting the famous Kimironko Market for personal shopping. Thereafter, depart Kigali at around 1:00 PM, beginning our journey back to Kenya through Uganda.
Activities:
- Breakfast
- Leisure time
- Check out
- Visit Kimironko Market
- Personal shopping
- Depart Kigali
- Travel through Uganda towards Kenya
This day we will be back home fully packed with lifetime memories. Expected arrival time in Nairobi is approximately 6:00 PM.
Activities:
- Travel back to Nairobi
- Arrive in Nairobi
What's Included
- Return Road Transport from Nairobi & Back
- 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation (2 Pax in a Twin/ Double Room)
- Meals on Half Board (Dinner & Breakfast)
- Visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Kigali City Tour
- Imbuga City Walk
- Nyungwe Forest & Canopy walk
- Kimironko Market Tour
- Kigali Convention Centre
- Boat Ride at Lake Kivu
- Swimming at Nyamumba Hot Springs in Rubavu
- King's Palace Nyanza (Inyambo Cows)
What's Not Included
- Single Room Supplement (Ksh. 20,000)
- Lunch
- Optional zip line experience
Location
Country: Rwanda
Destinations: Huye Kigali Kimironko Market Lake Kivu Nyamumba Hot Springs Nyanza Nyungwe National Park
Get in Touch
Contact the agency directly about this tour
Pricing Options
Per Person
Price per person for the tour.
Couples
Price for two people traveling as a couple.
Kids (5-10yrs)
Price per child aged 5-10 years.
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