Historical Minded City Tour of Kigali
You will experience Kigali on a history-minded tour of the city. Far from simply looking at buildings and listening to a few anecdotes, you will learn about life in Kigali during several different time periods and begin to understand the impact each era had on the Rwandan people. The main stops include the first colonial building in Kigali, the Hotel des Mille Collines made famous in the movie Hotel Rwanda and Camp Kigali, a small memorial that provides an excellent introduction to the subject of the genocide. You can also choose to visit the Kigali Memorial Center a must-see for most visitors to the country and the main genocide museum. A burial site with over 250,000 victims of genocide, the memorial includes an exhibition on the history of genocide in Rwanda, a children’s memorial exhibition and an exhibition on comparative genocide in the world. The large memorial garden contains ten mass graves where families and visitors may pay their respects.
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Historical Minded City Tour of Kigali
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Kandt House Museum
A German born doctor, soldier, poet, scholar, naturalist and avid explorer, Dr. Richard Kandt became the first European who lived in Rwanda since 1907 and saw his administrative residence expand into a series of twenty commercial houses which became the commercial capital. During his time in Rwanda, Kandt dedicated his life to researching the natural environment of the country. He was the first to determine the source of the Nile in Nyungwe National Park and arguably the first to introduce coffee farming to the region. Today, Kandt’s former residence on Nyarugenge Hill in Kigali has become the Museum of Natural History of Rwanda. It is a tribute to Kandt’s explorations and naturalist research and serves to depict the evolution of the region’s environment and wildlife. Inside the museum are exhibitions dedicated to the country’s geology, mining, volcanoes and more. A visit to the Kandt House offers visitors a rewarding look back at both the country’s colonial and natural history.
Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial
This memorial honors the 10 Belgian UNAMIR peacekeepers murdered on the first day of the 1994 genocide. Initially deployed to protect Prime Minister Agathe Uwilingiyimana, the soldiers were captured, disarmed, and killed by the Presidential Guard. What to expect: At the Belgian Memorial in Camp Kigali, visitors learn about the tragic events that ignited the Rwandan genocide. The somber site provides a powerful narrative of courage and sacrifice. Your guide will share poignant stories, adding depth to your understanding of Rwanda’s history.
Kigali Genocide Memorial
You will then proceed to visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a place of remembrance and reflection dedicated to the over one million lives lost during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Established in partnership with Aegis Trust and the City Council on the genocide’s tenth anniversary, the Memorial stands as one of Rwanda’s most significant sites, attracting visitors from around the world. The site is the final resting place for more than 250,000 victims, with mass graves surrounding the Memorial. Inside, exhibitions document the history of the genocide, sharing personal stories of loss, resilience, and survival. A guided tour led by a survivor offers a deeply moving perspective, providing firsthand accounts of tragedy and hope. The Memorial is more than a historical site—it is a place for remembrance, learning, and reflection. A visit here offers a profound and unforgettable experience that deepens understanding of Rwanda’s past while honoring the resilience of its people.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- A cup of Coffee and the coffee tasting sessions is included in the costs
- Bottled water is provided at no extra cost through out the tour
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Beer tasting at Kweza Craft brewery and a glass of beer. This is only available for afternoon tours on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
- Airport parking fees, incase of delayed flights. We cover the first 30 minutes only, it costs $2/hr
- Meals and snacks are not included, you can always order and pay for it
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick you up from any hotel or place around Kigali. For Airport pick-ups kindly look out for a tour guide who will be waiting at the arrivals area with a large signboard displaying the your name for easy identification.
