11 days in Rwanda Itinerary

Most tourism in Ruhengeri revolves around the famous national park, which shelters mountain gorillas of the volcanic Virunga range.

Spend the 26th (Thu) exploring nature at Volcanoes National Park. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Karisoke Research Center - Dian Fossey Camp, paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo, and look for gifts at Umuzabibu Mwiza - Home to Handspun Hope.

For where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Ruhengeri vacation planner.

Rome, Italy to Ruhengeri is an approximately 18-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Rome to Ruhengeri is 1 hour. In January, Ruhengeri is somewhat warmer than Rome - with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can drive to Kibuye.

Kibuye is a city in Karongi District, and the headquarters of the Western Province in Rwanda.LocationThe city lies on the eastern shores of Lake Kivu, between Gisenyi and Cyangugu, approximately 135km, by road, west of Kigali, the capital and largest city in the country. On the 29th (Sun), get curious at Museum of Environment, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Kivu, and then see what you can catch with Kivu boat tours.

For ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Kibuye day trip planning app.

You can drive from Ruhengeri to Kibuye in 3 hours. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Ruhengeri in January since evenings lows in Kibuye dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to drive 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 31st (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Spend the 1st (Wed) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Nyamata Church, sample the fine beverages at 1000 Hills Distillery, take in the exciting artwork at Inema Arts Centre, and browse the exhibits of Ivuka Arts Studio.

To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Kigali trip builder site.

Traveling by car from Kibuye to Kigali takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus. When traveling from Kibuye in January, plan for somewhat warmer days in Kigali, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.