32 days in Rwanda & Nairobi Itinerary

Go for a jaunt from Kigali to Gashora to see Lakeside Fish Farm about 1h 20 min away. Spend the 4th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Spend the 5th (Wed) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Kigali Genocide Memorial, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, stop by Rwanda Clothing Store, and view the masterpieces at Choose Kigali Art Gallery.

To see traveler tips, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Kigali day trip planner.

Lagos, Nigeria to Kigali is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Lagos to Kigali. In October, Kigali is slightly colder than Lagos - with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Huye.

Venture out of the city with trips to Nyanza (The Royal Palace & The Palace of King Mutara III Rudahigwa) and Butare (Nyungwe National Park, King's Palace Museum, &more).

To see ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Huye day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Kigali to Huye takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Nairobi.

Spend the 24th (Mon) exploring nature at Nairobi National Park. Spend the 23rd (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's much more to do: stroll through Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, view the masterpieces at Upepo Photography Gallery, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and take a memorable tour with Tours.

To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Nairobi online route maker.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Huye to Nairobi. The time zone changes from Central Africa Time (CAT) to East Africa Time (EAT), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In October, daily temperatures in Nairobi can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Kibuye.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): see what you can catch with Kivu boat tours and then explore the activities along Lake Kivu. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: engage your brain at Museum of Environment and then gain insight at Bisesero Genocide Memorial.

For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Kibuye trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Nairobi to Kibuye in 22.5 hours. Traveling from Nairobi to Kibuye, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. October in Kibuye sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can drive to Ruhengeri.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ruhengeri: Rubavu (Nyamyumba Hot Springs & Congo Nile Trail). Spend the 29th (Sat) exploring nature at Volcanoes National Park. The adventure continues: paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, make a trip to Karisoke Research Center - Dian Fossey Camp, stop by Umuzabibu Mwiza - Home to Handspun Hope, and contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo.

To find other places to visit, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Ruhengeri trip planner.

Getting from Kibuye to Ruhengeri by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive. Traveling from Kibuye in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Ruhengeri, with lows of 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.