Top Kigali Private Sightseeing Tours

Kigali is packed with attractions, but many sights are spread out, making them tough to cover without private transportation. Tick off the highlights in less than one day during this half-day private city tour. Enjoy panoramic views from Mt. Kigali, pay your respects at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, and shop for souvenirs at bustling Kimironko Market. Door-to-door transfers are included, leaving visitors free to enjoy the sights.

This trip combine bits of Tracking the Volcanoes Nat park and visiting a local communities to learn their culture and also immense yourself and get to experience through songs and dances. Gives a short visit travel a glimpse of Nature and cultural diversity of the Rwanda people and also enjoy time out of the busy city life.

Swap the bustling capital for central Africa's largest protected wetland on this full-day tour to Akagera National Park. Benefit from the personalized attention of your private guide as you explore the park by pop-roof vehicle, looking out for native lions, rhino, giraffes, and more. Opt to enhance your itinerary with a Lake Ihema boat cruise and enjoy hassle-free round-trip transfer from your Kigali hotel included.

Dive deep into the rich culture of Rwanda on this private, full-day tour that begins in Kigalis. First, visit the King’s Palace Museum which offers an in-depth look at the Rwandan monarchy and its abolition in the 1960s. Then, visit the Ethnographic Museum for a look at archaeological and artistic artifacts that provide insight into Rwandan culture.

Skip the hassle of renting a car and see the highlights of Kigali from the comfort of a vehicle with a local Kigali guide. Along the way, a guide keeps you entertained and shares firsthand, professional details about the city that you would likely miss if traveling on your own. You can choose a driver-only experience for an independent Half-day engaging tour or add one of our engaging tour guides to learn even more about Rwanda's history and culture as you navigate Kigali's Vibrant city and rich history. Our tours are designed with the lens of a foreigner in mind and a local who has hand-picked local sights to provide a wholesome, rounded experience. Moreover, this tour will highlight Kigali's must-sees with the convenience of a private driver on a half-day tour that explores minimum 5 top Kigali sights, such as Kigali Genocide Memorial Kimironko Market, Kigali Car Free Zon Nyadungu Urban Wetland Eco-Tourism Park. Also, we can customize places to visit according to your interests

•Personalized Exploration: Tailored to you, dive into Kigali's essence. • Cultural Immersion: Engage locally, beyond typical tourist spots. • Complete Experience: From history to vistas, uncover Kigali's gems. • Expertly Guided: Insightful tours led by knowledgeable guides. Set out on an extraordinary journey through the heart of Kigali with our bespoke city tour. Delve into Rwanda's capital, where every moment is crafted to offer a unique and unforgettable experience. From somber reflections at the Genocide Memorial to vibrant markets and hidden treasures, immerse yourself in the essence of this vibrant metropolis. Plus, enjoy added convenience with pick-up and drop-off services, along with a delightful lunch at a local restaurant, all curated to enhance your tour experience.

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.

Enjoy Kigali city tour, where you'll be treated to a scenic drive, allowing you to soak in the beautiful views of the town. As you traverse the city streets, engage in lively conversations with your guide, who will share fascinating insights into the history of Kigali and its remarkable transformation into one of Africa's renowned cities. Discover how Kigali earned its well-deserved reputation as the cleanest town in Africa, a testament to the dedication and commitment of its residents. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture as you meet friendly locals, who will gladly share their daily lives and stories with you. Gain a deeper understanding of the city's rich traditions, customs, and way of life. From bustling markets to serene neighborhoods, the Kigali city tour offers an authentic and immersive experience that will leave you with a profound appreciation for this remarkable city."

Take a break from the busy streets of Kigali and spend a day immersed in the beautiful natural scenery of Lake Kivu. With a private guide, drive to the lake where you see a waterfall, visit a tea plantation, take a boat ride, and soak your muscles in a hot spring. Your last stop is a visit to a cultural village that is home to reformed poachers.

Dense forests might not be what you picture when you think of East Africa, but that’s exactly the landscape you’ll explore at Nyungwe National Park, in southeast Rwanda. Departing from Kigali, you’ll cross massive swinging bridges in the tree’s wild canopy, count the colors of orchids, listen for monkey calls, spot incredible flora and fauna, and more.

Kigali is packed with historical attractions, but knowing where to go—and what to see—takes local know-how. Ideal for first-time visitors, this private city tour covers the highlights of the Rwandan capital is just one full day of sightseeing. Pay your respects at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, shop for souvenirs at bustling Kimironko Market, and enjoy panoramic views from Mount Kigali.

Exploring Kigali is necessary once you land in this unique, cleanest and safe city. Being the best and cleanest city in Africa, touring Kigali will make you comfortable as a way to kick off your visit to Rwanda and most important experiencing the beauty of the entire country. Based on your travel needs and aspirations, we will customize this package with much flexibility in order to help you enjoy the beauty of Kigali city. Our guides are very knowledgeable about Kigali city as they will connect you to the local community with a warmly welcome.

Gorilla Expedition Safaris is a Rwandan born Tour Company operating throughout East Africa with countries Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi for over a decade. We started as a team of two individuals offering car rental services in Rwanda especially those who wanted to access national parks with 4x4 vehicles. We further had more advancement in clients’ needs of doing cross country tours in the region. We have a team of 13 members and these include professional drivers, sales and marketing personnel who will always carter for your reservations timely, fields men and women who will always know where you are and cater for your safety and comfort during your stay plus professional guides who will always know where to turn in case you chose to travel with one.

Discover Rwanda’s rich biodiversity when you book this 2-day tour from Kigali to Akagera National Park. Alongside a private guide, enjoy game drives and a boat safari on Ihema Lake to spot wildlife like hippos, crocodiles, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and perhaps even lions and black rhinos. Upgrade to include accommodation for a seamless safari experience.

Early morning we depart Kigali at 5:00 Am and head to the Eastern Part of Rwanda where Akagera National Park is located. After getting permits at the gate proceed for a game viewing drive in search of the Big 5 Wildlife. Animals expected to see include Rhinos, Elephants, Lions, Hippos, Giraffes, Zebras, and Impala among other wildlife. At midday head to the Lodge for Lunch and relaxation. Proceed for an afternoon game drive before driving back to Kigali after an amazing experience. Upon arrival drop off at your residence.

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

Kigali is the cleanest, safest city in Africa! A walking tour is a great way to discover Kigali because the roads are relaxed, chaos in the city center is minimal, and safety is assured! Each walking tour may be customized based on your interests!

Get a first-hand peek at some of Rwanda’s most iconic wildlife during this private overnight trek through Nyungwe National Park, with round-trip transportation from Kigali. Experience a lush, nature-filled reserve, with a chance to spot endangered bird species, rare orchids, and the park’s most famous inhabitants: their chimpanzees. All-inclusive excursions also include meals.

2 Days Chimpanzees trekking in Nyungwe forest takes you to the canopy walkway,Nature walk & hiking.The2 days Rwanda Chimpanzees trekking safari will also reward you to do the Canopy walk experience. This activity will give you a bird’s eye sight of the forest, birds and chimps.Located in the South West corner of Rwanda, Nyungwe National Park is an untouched natural rainforest that is filled with exciting biodiversity.Covering over 1000 square kilomtres, Nyungwe forest is surely one of the world’s most beautiful and pristine mountain rainforests. It’s believed to be one of Africa’s oldest forests, staying green even through the Ice Age, which explains its diversity. Home to habituated chimpanzees and 12 other primates species (including a 400-strong troop of habituated Ruwenzori Black & White Colobus), it’s also a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including 16 endemics, and is home to 75 different species of mammal.

Come face-to-face with gorillas during this full-day private trek through Volcanoes National Park, in the mountainous Virguna region of Rwanda. Travel comfortably from Kigali by private car and be back at your hotel that evening. Tours involve a strenuous hike through the lush rainforest. Lunch, bottled water, and snacks are included.

Enjoy the fulfilling wildlife safari game drive encounters, scenic views of savannah landscapes with lakes. The opportunity to see the big five, more than 500 birds species and other wildlife animals. One of the highlights of our safaris is the chance to encounter Rwanda’s unique wildlife up close and personal. Simply the Best Safari Guides, Selected based on the past records of the tourists reviews and years of service. Our staff has decades of work-time delivering authentic, inspiring tour experiences. We drive you in the comfortable and customized Safari vehicle. It is packed with all the necessities for a perfect safari. Including refreshments and more. For the group of 4 and above we use the pop-up roof safari vehicle.

Hiking Mountain Bisoke can be an experience of a lifetime but it can also be one of the most challenging things a person can undertake, especially if physically unfit. The hiking is 6 to 7 hours, including 2 hours of descent, but that is for inexperienced hikers. Experienced hikers can take less than 4 hours to hike and come back down to the base. Apart from the experience of hiking on the extinct volcano which is part of the Virunga Mountain range, at the peak, there’s a crater lake known as Lake Ngezi. The trekking starts with an assembly at the park headquarters in Kinigi at 7a.m. Here, each group is assigned a guide who briefs them about the activity they are about to embark on.

Remember the victims of the Rwandan genocide when you embark on this memorial tour from Kigali. With a private guide, visit the former Catholic churches of Ntarama and Nyamata, where thousands fled for safety but instead, were killed. Pay your respects and learn about the causes, realities, and consequences of the Tutsi genocide in Rwanda.