HALF DAY EXPLORING KIGALI CITY

HALF-DAY EXPLORING KIGALI CITY

 KIGALI CITY EXPLORATION (PRE-COLONIAL, COLONIAL AND POST-COLONIAL ERA AS WELL AS GENOCIDE TIMES)

After breakfast you will start Kigali city exploration, get to learn more about Rwanda from the pre-colonial, colonial and post-colonial era as well as Genocide times. Start with Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial where over 250,000 Genocide victims were put to rest in mass graves. After you will proceed to visit Richard Kandt Museum. Richard Kandt was the first colonial governor of Rwanda, on behalf of Germany, until the early 1900s. At present, the Kandt House Museum in Kigali comprises three main parts; the first part presents Rwandan life in all its aspects – social, economic, and political – before the colonial period. Proceed to visit the Belgian museum. This museum showcases the pre-colonial history of Rwanda and the influence of Belgian colonization. Explore the exhibits that highlight the culture, traditions, and artifacts of the region’s indigenous people. The second part traces the experience of the Rwandan people during the colonial period.

Proceed to the Campaign against genocide Gishushu known as CND and learn how RDF-Inkotanyi rescued the Thousands life and stop genocide against the Tutsi.

After visiting Campaign against genocide museum, proceed to historical mu known as Richard Kandt to learn more about Rwanda from the pre-colonial, colonial and post-colonial era as well as Genocide times. Richard Kandt was the first colonial governor of Rwanda, on behalf of Germany, until the early 1900s. At present, the Kandt House Museum in Kigali comprises three main parts; the first part presents Rwandan life in all its aspects – social, economic, and political before the colonial period.

Later on, proceed to the Belgium Museum. The Museum is dedicated to the history of Belgian involvement in Rwanda, including the colonial era and the events leading up to the genocide.

Explore the museum’s exhibits, which provide insights into the complex political and social dynamics that contributed to the tragedy.

Learn about the international response (or lack thereof) during the genocide and the ongoing efforts to address the legacy of colonialism. After exploring Kigali museums, you will go to Amarange Nyamirambo the vibrant and colorful neighborhood in Kigali, known for its lively street markets, local artisan shops, and rich cultural heritage.

Explore the bustling markets, interact with the friendly vendors, and immerse yourself in the local way of life. After the visits, you will have lunch in one of the nearby restaurants.

OPTIONS:

• NYANDUNGU URBAN PARK
• NYAMIRAMBO COOKING EXPERIENCE
• UMUSAMBI VILLAGE

QUOTATION

INCLUSIVE

• Half Day Private transportation
• Lunch and soft drink
• Water on board
• All tours mentioned on itinerary
• Taxes and administrative costs
• English speaking guide

EXCLUSIVE

• Travel and health insurance
• Alcoholic beverages and other caffeine drinks
• Personal expenses on laundry, tips, shopping