9 days in Rwanda Itinerary

Spend the 6th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Kigali Genocide Memorial, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, sample the fine beverages at 1000 Hills Distillery, and steep yourself in history at Ntarama Church.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our Kigali visit planner.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Kigali is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Riyadh to Kigali is minus 1 hour. In March, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Ruhengeri.

Spend the 8th (Wed) exploring nature at Volcanoes National Park. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Iby'iwacu Cultural Village, take in the local highlights with Lux Gorilla Safaris Ltd, make a trip to Karisoke Research Center - Dian Fossey Camp, and look for gifts at Umuzabibu Mwiza - Home to Handspun Hope.

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Getting from Kigali to Ruhengeri by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Kigali in March, expect Ruhengeri to be a bit cooler, temps between 25°C and 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.