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The 7 Best Musanze Tours and Day Trips

7 tours  ·  from $60 a head

Musanze is where the trekkers sleep, and there is more to it than a bed. The 7 below cover the lava caves, the twin lakes, the canoe run down the Mukungwa, and the village visits, all priced for the afternoon before or the morning after.

Half-Day Mukungwa River Canoe Trip from Musanze - A six-hour outing with two different moods
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Half-Day Mukungwa River Canoe Trip from Musanze

Authentic Village Tour - Home visits that feel personal
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Authentic Village Tour

2.Authentic Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $60Best value

Meet Rwandan families near Kinigi, learn village crafts, help prepare local food, hear traditional music, and share daily life on a two-hour tour.

“This is an excellent tour that takes visitors into the homes of residents in the village that Kinigi's hotels border. I had the opportunity to learn about traditional basket making, listen to authentic Rwandan music, try on Rwandan clothing and visiRead more”

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1 Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda - The 5 a.m. road from Kigali to Kinigi
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1 Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda

3.1 Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $2,750

Review of a one-day Rwanda gorilla trek with permit, lunch, transport, and early pickup from Kigali or Ruhengeri.

“This was the trip of a lifetime! We got to hike through the jungle and see so many animals in their natural habitat. Roland was an incredible guide. Very patient and tailored the activities to meet the wants of our group. He went above and beyond to make sure we had the most comfortable and fun trip! Can’t wait to go on another trip with him next year!”

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Camping At Volcano View Campsite

4.Camping At Volcano View Campsite

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews

Sleep beneath Mount Bisoke at Volcano View Campsite, with meals, campfire warmth, mountain views, and access to Rwanda’s gorilla country.

“the guides did great job getting us to a family of gorillas. The hike was slippery in places but the guides held our hands and our gear and were so attentive to us. We were never fearful, even though we got so close to the family including the silverback. Very well organized, made us feel good about all the conservation efforts being done for the gorillas.”

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Scenic walk around volcanoes - What the three-hour route feels like
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Scenic walk around volcanoes

5.Scenic walk around volcanoes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $90

Walk rural Rwanda near Volcanoes National Park, see five volcanoes, meet local communities, and reach Bisoke’s foothills in a small group.

“We were searching for a short hike to get a nice view at the volcanoes, we even spotted a couple of golden monkeys and got a glipse of how the farmers are living. The price was fine with $40 per person, for 2 hours. Janet was a kind, flexible and well informed guide.”

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Cultural Entertainment Tour - The opening performance gives you the rhythm first
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Cultural Entertainment Tour

6.Cultural Entertainment Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $100

Learn Rwandan dance, drumming, wedding customs, and village life in Kinigi, with volcano views and pickup options for $100.

“Rwanda, first of all thank u for having me 🙏, I wish more and more people knew what this beautiful nation has to offer. My trip to Jali village with Rwagasabo Safaris tour company was simply amazing 😍 My guide was wonderful. Had a villagRead more”

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Boat cruise in Twin lakes and Lake Kivu - Island visits and a closer look at local life
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Boat cruise in Twin lakes and Lake Kivu

7.Boat cruise in Twin lakes and Lake Kivu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $90

Cruise Rwanda’s Twin Lakes near Ruhengeri for volcanic views, island visits, birding, lunch, and a look at historic Ntaruka Power Station.

“With our guide Vincent we toured Lake Ruhondo by boat and it was magical. We were able to trek across two islands and meet islanders who live with so little but were so happy and very welcoming. We also tried archery and spear throwing on Read more”

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