13 days in Rubavu & Kigali Itinerary

On the 2nd (Tue), tour the pleasant surroundings at Congo Nile Trail and then deepen your appreciation for local ecosystems through Green Hills Ecotours - Day Tours.

For traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read Rubavu online trip maker.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiport is Kigali International Airport. In August, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Kigali.

A vacation in Kigali, Rwanda's capital city and economic hub, lets you experience the very heart of a landlocked country from a pleasant, safe, and organized base point.

Spend the 4th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: take in the exciting artwork at Niyo Arts Gallery, examine the collection at Kigali Genocide Memorial, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and stroll the grounds of Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial.

To see photos, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Kigali holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Rubavu to Kigali takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus. When traveling from Rubavu in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Kigali, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 20°C.