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Traditional Drumming and Dancing Class

Kigali, Rwanda
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Shake a leg and catch a beat during this 3-hour traditional Rwandan dancing and drumming lesson. Get a sense for the basic steps of Rwandan dancing, and learn about the style’s history. After a little practice you’ll test out your moves in a performance led by your instructors. You’ll continue the day with a course in traditional drumming and a chance to improvise a few beats of your own. Finish your excursion with some souvenir shopping for traditional handicrafts. Your dancing and drumming course includes a guide and bottled water.
  • Traditional dancing and drumming lesson
  • Learn the basic steps of Rwandan dancing, then show off your moves in an improvised performance
  • Try out traditional drumming and lay down a few rhythms of your own
  • Perfect for novices - no experience necessary

What's Included

  • Gratuities
  • Local taxes
  • Bottled water
  • All activities
  • Local guide
  • Transportation to/from Muhanga (Gitarama)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • NR1, Gitarama, Rwanda

    Coming from Kigali as you enter Muhanga/Gitarama you will the prison on your left. After 30 metres there is a road forking off to your right; ignore this. Keep going on the main road about 100 metres further on the left hand-side of the road you will see the Azizi Life sign.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 01/01/2021 - 04/30/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

What To Expect

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Azizi Life Experiences

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Friendly people who REALLY engage...

Roger W, Nov 2017
Friendly people who REALLY engage you in their dance and song. One brave soul should be prepared to offer a cultural something (song, dance, poem etc. ). So much fun and felt very culturally relevant.

From $61.54

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 17 days in advance.

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