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Rusumo Falls, Rusumo

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Must see · Waterfall · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park

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Situated on the Kagera River, Rusumo Falls represent part of the most distant headwaters of the Nile River. Known for the view of the valley from the Rusumo Bridge, the falls also hold historical importance. The waterfall had a significant role in the history of Rwanda as the country hid all armor underneath the falls when Belgium took over Rwanda from Germany in late 1930s. Also, the falls are considered a memorial park, as bodies from the Rwandan genocide floated through this area during the massive slaughter of 1994 when thousands of refugees lost their lives as they were trying to cross the border to Tanzania. By using our Rusumo trip itinerary planner, you can arrange your visit to Rusumo Falls and other attractions in Rusumo.

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By Mario M

A visit to this waterfall is great indeed to do and would be worthy it passing over as you go to Tanzania by land

A visit to this waterfall is great indeed to do and would be worthy it passing over as you go to Tanzania by land more »
By newhorizonrw

Waterfalls lovers, this is a great place to visit. The place has good historical background and indeed the waterfall is great. Worth a visit

Waterfalls lovers, this is a great place to visit. The place has good historical background and indeed the waterfall is great. Worth a visit more »
By kim4850RF

Passed to the border post and experienced this waterfalls. It was indeed a great pleasure to be here and experiencing the view of the other side of Tanzania. Thanking my driver to have provided me...

Passed to the border post and experienced this waterfalls. It was indeed a great pleasure to be here and experiencing the view of the other side of Tanzania. Thanking my driver to have provided me... more »

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By Emmanuel Oppong

Amazing scenes. Be prepared to pay some few pennies to get in or to sort the guides out. It is worth is though.

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By Tuan Niffan Sayar

It is a boader town between Rwanda and Tanzania. Nice view from top side of the hill toward to bridge and river. From the bridge you can see the violent of Rusumo Falls. Normally you can see some baboons on the bridge.

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By Godfrey Sanga

This magnificent falls will no longer be the same when part of the water will be diverted into the hydro power plant under construction in Rusumo.

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By E A M

very nice place to visit.

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By Mtemi Miya

Very scenic and a potential for a great picnic area

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