Discover Rwanda
Known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” Rwanda provides unforgettable lessons at every angle—from rich biodiversity in its national parks to eye-opening history in its cities.
Embark on picturesque hikes and discover Rwanda’s abundant flora and wildlife thanks to the unique mix of rainforests and plains. You’ll also learn about the devastating genocide against the Tutsi people, and experience firsthand how communities are working together to rebuild while prioritizing peace education.
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Day 1: Fly to Rwanda
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Day 2: Kigali
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Kigali
Take a guided tour of the Kigali Genocide Memorial
Visit the Parliament Building
Go on a walking tour of the Nyamirambo neighborhood with an expert local guide
Participate in a sewing class at the Nyamirambo Women’s Center
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Day 4: Kigali • Huye
Travel to Huye
Participate in a craft workshop and learn from local artisans
Visit the reconstructed King’s Palace Museum
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Day 5: Huye • Nyungwe National Park area
Visit the Ethnographic Museum
Travel to the Nyungwe National Park area
Tour a tea plantation to explore the fields, learn about harvesting and production, and sip some samples
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Day 6: Nyungwe National Park area
Spot colobus monkeys on a trek through Nyungwe National Park
Enjoy a wildlife hike and cross a suspension bridge high above the rainforest
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Day 7: Nyungwe National Park area • Kibuye
Travel to Kibuye
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Sunset kayaking
Hop into kayaks and paddle around Lake Kivu with an expert local guide after a brief lesson. You might even spot some fishermen in action as you watch the sun set over the water.
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Day 8: Kibuye
Enjoy a boat tour on Lake Kivu and stop for an island hike to see a fruit bat colony
Tour a coffee processing plant and learn how coffee goes from fruit to bean to cup, with a taste test at the end
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Day 9: Kibuye • Kigali • Depart for home
Travel to Kigali
Join your Tour Director for sightseeing of Kigali, a modern hub of entrepreneurship
Visit the Norrsken House Kigali, home to innovative business start-ups
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Day 10: Arrive home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Kigali • Akagera National Park area
Travel to the Akagera National Park area
Embark on a guided morning game drive through the savannah grasslands to look for zebras, elephants, giraffes, and more
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Day 11: Akagera National Park area
Embark on a guided morning game drive through the savannah grasslands to look for zebras, elephants, giraffes, and more
Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema
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Day 12: Akagera National Park area • Kigali • Depart for home
Travel back to Kigali
Enjoy exploration time in Kigali
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Day 13: Arrive home
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Day 1: Fly to Rwanda
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Day 2: Kigali
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Kigali
Take a guided tour of the Kigali Genocide Memorial
Visit the Parliament Building
Go on a walking tour of the Nyamirambo neighborhood with an expert local guide
Participate in a sewing class at the Nyamirambo Women’s Center
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Day 4: Kigali • Huye
Travel to Huye
Participate in a craft workshop and learn from local artisans
Visit the reconstructed King’s Palace Museum
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Day 5: Huye • Nyungwe National Park area
Visit the Ethnographic Museum
Travel to the Nyungwe National Park area
Tour a tea plantation to explore the fields, learn about harvesting and production, and sip some samples
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Day 6: Nyungwe National Park area
Spot colobus monkeys on a trek through Nyungwe National Park
Enjoy a wildlife hike and cross a suspension bridge high above the rainforest
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Day 7: Nyungwe National Park area • Kibuye
Travel to Kibuye
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Sunset kayaking
Hop into kayaks and paddle around Lake Kivu with an expert local guide after a brief lesson. You might even spot some fishermen in action as you watch the sun set over the water.
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Day 8: Kibuye
Enjoy a boat tour on Lake Kivu and stop for an island hike to see a fruit bat colony
Tour a coffee processing plant and learn how coffee goes from fruit to bean to cup, with a taste test at the end
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Day 9: Kibuye • Kigali • Depart for home
Travel to Kigali
Join your Tour Director for sightseeing of Kigali, a modern hub of entrepreneurship
Visit the Norrsken House Kigali, home to innovative business start-ups
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Day 10: Arrive home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Kigali • Akagera National Park area
Travel to the Akagera National Park area
Embark on a guided morning game drive through the savannah grasslands to look for zebras, elephants, giraffes, and more
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Day 11: Akagera National Park area
Embark on a guided morning game drive through the savannah grasslands to look for zebras, elephants, giraffes, and more
Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema
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Day 12: Akagera National Park area • Kigali • Depart for home
Travel back to Kigali
Enjoy exploration time in Kigali
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Day 13: Arrive home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 8 dinners (with extension: 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 11 dinners) featuring regional cuisine
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Guided sightseeing
4 expert-led sightseeing tours (6 with extension)
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Entrances
Kigali Genocide Memorial; Parliament Building; Nyamarimbo Women’s Center sewing class; craft workshop; King’s Palace Museum; Ethnographic Museum; tea plantation; Nyungwe National Park trek; canopy hike; Lake Kivu boat tour (with extension: Lake Ihema boat cruise)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.