5-Days Cultural Ana Community Tour In Rwanda

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali & Cultural Immersion

You will be picked up by your diver guide on your arrival at Kigali International Airport (KGL) and then transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon you will visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial and also explore the modern city of Kigali. Dinner at the lodge featuring traditional Rwandan cuisine and storytelling.

Accommodation: Hotel des milles Colline.

Day 2: Kigali Exploration & Community Interaction

After breakfast, you will head out and explore Kimironko Market, this is the largest and busiest markets in Kigali, Rwanda, offering a vibrant and authentic shopping experience. In the afternoon have lunch at local and continental restaurant after, visit the Presidential Palace Museum this was once the official residence of President Juvénal Habyarimana, who ruled Rwanda from 1973 until his assassination in 1994. This site is significant in Rwandan history as it played a crucial role in the events leading up to the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.) In the evening you can opt to explore the Inema Arts Centre or experience Kigali's nightlife.

Accommodation: Hotel des milles Colline.

Day 3: Transfer to Rural Community & Homestay Experience

After breakfast, you will head out to a local community near Musanze called the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village (Gorilla Guardians Village) when you there you will learn about Rwandan traditional life, including dances, songs, and drumming, participate in traditional ceremonies, such as a mock king's coronation, food preparation, banana beer brewing, and herbal medicine practices in the afternoon settle into your homestay with a local family and participate in introductory activities, such as helping with simple household chores or learning basic Kinyarwanda phrases.

Accommodation: La Locanda

Day 4: Rural Community Engagement & Cultural Activities

After a hearty local breakfast you will head out and participate in a community project, such as assisting with agricultural work or helping with a local initiative. In the afternoon after lunch learn about traditional Rwandan crafts and participate in a hands-on workshop (e.g., basket weaving or pottery). Later in the evening enjoy a cultural performance by community members, including traditional music and dance.

Accommodation: La Locanda

Day 5: Agricultural Experience & Departure

After a hearty local breakfast you will visit Kinigi Community and learn about Rwandan agriculture through a visit to a local farm or cooperative. Participate in a farewell activity with your host family. In the afternoon transfer back to Kigali for you flight.