All Ruhengeri Tours & Excursions in 2026

From our beans to our bananas, Rwanda as a lot of delicious meals to offer. You will taste the best fruits you ever had in your life, enjoy our traditional meals and explore a village.

Northern Rwanda is known for its natural landscape, but knowing the best ways to gain intimate insight can be tricky. Gain a unique perspective of Rwanda’s countryside on a canoe trip from Musanze, and pass working farms, green hills, and rural villages as you cruise. Look out for native species such as birds and otters, and benefit from insights provided by your professional guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Musanze is included.

Hike Rwanda's Majestic Trails Trek through Rwanda’s lush rainforests, up majestic volcanoes, and along serene lakeshores. Explore iconic destinations like Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe Forest, and the beautiful shores of Lake Kivu. Join Love Nature Ride Tours and Safaris for an adventure of a lifetime, where nature, culture, and adventure come together in the heart of Africa!

You’ll embark on an unforgettable trekking experience in Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll come face-to-face with the golden monkeys in their natural habitat.

Experience Rwandan culture on this intimate tour, where you’ll be invited into the homes and life of local people. Visit a traditional Rwandan village and discover how the local people live, as they welcome you into their lives. Join in their daily activities such as wood carving, weaving, digging, construction, cooking and more.

Embark on a journey unlike any other and hike deep into Rwanda’s volcanic highlands to meet the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas. This once-in-a-lifetime experience begins with an early departure from Kigali, winding through breathtaking scenery here in the Land of a Thousand Hills as you arrive at Volcanoes National Park headquarters. Led by expert trackers and a park guide, you’ll trek into the mystical Virunga Mountains, where the gorillas call home. You will spend an hour observing these critically endangered mountain gorillas just a few meters away from them. Mountain gorillas share a remarkable 97% DNA match to humans. After your unforgettable encounter, we will provide you with curated options for how to spend the next few hours before returning to Kigali. For those seeking deeper immersion, overnight extensions are available.

Immerse yourself in Rwandan culture with this truly behind the scenes tour into rural Rwanda. You'll discover the traditions of rural Rwanda with a visit to the Muhasuka Cultural Centre and Women's Cooperative. Here you will get a taste of local cuisine, participate in traditional dance, learn how to make and drink delicious banana beer, and experience a Rwandan wedding ceremony! This tour is a truly unique experience where guests are directly supporting local community development while seeing first-hand what makes this country and its people so wonderful, resilient, and unique. You'll have so much fun you won't want to leave!

Discover Rwanda's breathtaking landscapes on two wheels. From the rolling hills to the lush savannahs, embark on an unforgettable cycling adventure across the land of a thousand hills.

Get a taste of rural Rwandan life and enjoy the country’s stunning scenery on this walk in and around Volcanoes National Park. Join a small group and stroll through the lush landscapes, home to golden monkeys and the endangered mountain gorilla. Enjoy views of five volcanoes and see how the locals live in their villages as you make your way to the foot of Bisoke Volcano.

When you arrive in Rwanda, you’ll be amazed by the incredible activities at Volcanoes National Park. Just beyond the park, you’ll find Volcano View Campsite, located at the foot of Mount Bisoke and surrounded by the stunning Five Volcanoes. You can camp under Mount Bisoke after a thrilling Gorilla Trek or after a fun day exploring Volcanoes National Park. Sleep under the stars with the warmth of a campfire, enjoy fresh food and drinks, or relax with hotel-style service from a professional chef. Whether you’re planning to trek the gorillas or discover the beauty of Musanze, this experience is perfect for you. You can choose to camp at Volcano View Campsite for one day or stay longer for even more adventure.

Experience the spectacular beauty of rural Rwanda. This tour begins from Musanze. We travel together off the tourist path to Vunga Village in Nyabihu District. In Vunga, guests will be welcomed by local villagers and then proceed to hike through the beautiful foothills of Binana Mountain. Your efforts will be rewarded when we reach the stunning waterfalls of the Mukungwa River. Here guests will have plenty of time to explore this unique environment - whether that means climbing and playing in the waterfalls or simply taking a moment to relax, eat lunch, and take in the scenery. After basking in the waterfalls we hike back to the village. Before returning to Musanze, guests have the chance to cross the local suspension bridge for exceptional views of Rwanda's 1000 hills. This is a private tour catered to guest interests with a duration of 6-8 hours. Guests will need sturdy hiking shoes or rain boots, a rain jacket, and their water and lunch for the day. Local snacks will be provided.

Twin Lakes Burera & Ruhondo – Rwanda’s Most Underrated Escape If you want “real Rwanda” with volcano views, calm water, and zero crowds, this is it. The Twin Lakes sit at the base of the Virungas, just 30 min from Musanze and 3 hours from Kigali. Here’s what makes you to add in trip: The View Hits Different Deep blue lakes surrounded by steep, terraced hills and the Virunga volcanoes. On a clear morning the water mirrors the mountains perfectly. It’s quiet, green, and feels untouched. Photographers call it one of Rwanda’s best landscapes. Boat rides & kayaking – Glide across Lake Ruhondo past tiny islands and fishing villages. You’ll see kingfishers, herons, and fish eagles up close. Bird watching – The lakes are a RAMSAR wetland site. Spot rare birds like the Rwenzori turaco and crowned crane. Cultural experiences – Join local fishermen using traditional canoes, try cow-milking, visit villages, and watch traditional dance. Hiking & cycling

Join us for the Bisoke Crater Lake hike, a thrilling adventure led by expert park guides who share fascinating insights about the region’s wildlife and ecosystems. Experience stunning rainforest trails, unique alpine scenery, and the reward of a breathtaking crater lake view at the summit.

This full package covers everything at unbeatable prices—from park fees and transport to meals—ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish. Led by expert guides, you’ll explore lush bamboo forests and observe the playful, endangered golden monkeys in their natural habitat, all while enjoying personalized service and breathtaking landscapes

Traditionally shared during weddings and other celebrations, banana beer has long been a central part of Rwandan culture. Although nowadays it can be sometimes bought at the local store, the traditional technique for making your own brew is a complex but amazing process. You will discover the fabrication of this iconic Rwanda's beverage. From the harvesting to the degustation you will discover anything to know about it.

The origins of the city’s name, Mt. Kigali rises above 6,000 feet (1,800 meters), offering great views of the city—and extra adventures on the summit. On this outdoor tour, you’ll start your trek up the famous hill from the Nyabarongo wetland, climbing up Kigali, watching for birds, and more. At the top, choose between ziplining, archery, or bungee jumping to round out the adventure.

See African wildlife in their natural environment when you book this full-day excursion to Akagera National Park from Kigali. With a private guide, drive around the park in a 4x4 vehicle and navigate the woodlands, swaps, and savannahs with ease. Animals you may see on your safari include lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, and monkeys.

This is a unique Experience of facing wildlife in their natural habitat. Our guides are really friendly and efficient. Our Guests may customize this Tour

Take this opportunity to spend the day with a Rwandan family, learn about, prepare, and enjoy local food.Listen to stories and experience life in a Rwandan village. Among 3 Main Activities you will have to chose some highlights: 1. HOME HOST ACTIVITIES: -Traditional dance and drumming experience -Traditional Cuisine(Preparation and cooking traditional food served on traditional tools like imbehe, inkoko and tasting ) -Local medicinal plants that useful to heal illness. - Village walk, Meeting and interacting with local People. 2. AGRO TOURISM ACTIVITIES: -Banana Beer brewing Experience( From Banana Plantation,Juice making, Fermentation and Beer tasting) -Coffee Preparation experience( From Plantation to the Cup). -Traditional cattle, cows and milking experience. 3. ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES: -Hard and High Or Medium elevation Hiking( Mount Jali Hiking enjoying the land scape view with the Binocular and hiking sticks) -Village walk, Meeting and interacting with local Community. -Camping

An overnight Experience is a unique opportunity to participate in the life of a rural Rwandan and her/his family. Home Stay hostesses live in homes made of mud or bricks, which usually have one larger front room for receiving visitors and a few smaller bedrooms for the family. In the enclosed area behind the house, there is an outdoor kitchen, enclosed pit latrine and bathing outhouse, animal stalls and family work space. Most host families have about four children at home. In Rwandan culture, guests are considered a blessing! Your Home Stay Experience begins with a drive to a nearby village, where you and your BGE guide will be welcomed by your rural community hosts. This experience can be long or short depending on the guest's wishes and it is popular with students that are participating in abroad study programs,internships and researches.

1 Day Golden Monkey Tracking Looking for the cheapest primate safari in Rwanda to visit Volcanoes National Park? Book the golden monkey tracking tour with Lux Gorilla Safaris the leading Tour operator in Rwanda that offers Day trips to various National Parks of Rwanda and Uganda! Trip Summary Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park in Musanze District. Note: Departure time is 4;30am in Safari Landcruiser. Destination to Explore on Golden Monkey Watching. Volcanoes National Park is located within the Virunga Mountains which are shared between Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It covers 160 km2 (62 sq mi) of rainforest, its having 5 volcanoes out of the 8 volcanoes that make up the Virunga Massif which include Karisimbi, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga, and Sabyinyo. Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda

Bananas play an integral role in Rwandan culture and this half-day tour gives you a glimpse into the famous banana juice. Join a small group and learn how to make the drink in the traditional way. Walk through the grove to collect green bananas and leaves to bury and ripen over a few days. Dig up some ripened bananas and peel, mash, and strain the fruit to get your delicious juice.

Spend a day immersed in Rwanda’s lush, rolling hills on a hike to local villages from Gakenke. Follow your tour guide and hike to the top of the area’s tallest hill, reaching heights of 8,700 feet (2,660 meters) above sea level. From the top, it’s possible to enjoy views of lakes, villages, and Bagenge Rock.