{"id":2529,"date":"2023-07-16T04:47:09","date_gmt":"2023-07-16T04:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/?p=2529"},"modified":"2023-07-24T11:12:34","modified_gmt":"2023-07-24T11:12:34","slug":"rwanda-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/rwanda-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Rwanda Safe? 13 Things to Know Before You Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve been contemplating travel to Rwanda, you probably have a ton of questions! \u201cIs Rwanda safe to visit?\u201d \u201cWhat are the travel requirements?\u201d This Rwanda travel guide will answer all your questions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rwanda is a relatively small Eastern African country bordered by Uganda, Burundi, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The country\u2019s currency is Rwandan Francs, and 1 USD is roughly 1164 RWF.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rwanda-on-the-map-of-africa-1024x850.png\" alt=\"screenshot showing rwanda on the map of africa\" class=\"wp-image-2531\" width=\"768\" height=\"638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rwanda-on-the-map-of-africa-1024x850.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rwanda-on-the-map-of-africa-300x249.png 300w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rwanda-on-the-map-of-africa-768x637.png 768w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rwanda-on-the-map-of-africa-1536x1275.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rwanda-on-the-map-of-africa-800x664.png 800w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rwanda-on-the-map-of-africa.png 1730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Despite its seemingly small size on the map, we discovered that Rwanda has a fair amount of land mass! It can take hours to get from Kigali to many of the must-visit spots in other parts of the country, so be prepared to travel if you want to explore this country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting to Rwanda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@afomastravels\/video\/7253179845654433029\" data-video-id=\"7253179845654433029\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\" > <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@afomastravels\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@afomastravels?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">@afomastravels<\/a> Weve arrived in Rwanda! \ud83c\uddf7\ud83c\uddfc Cant wait to share more about this scenic country with you. What do you want to know about visiting Rwanda? <a title=\"visitrwanda\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/visitrwanda?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">#visitrwanda<\/a> <a title=\"rwanda\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/rwanda?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">#rwanda<\/a> <a title=\"lakekivu\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/lakekivu?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">#lakekivu<\/a> <a title=\"kigalitiktok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/kigalitiktok?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">#kigalitiktok<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c Sound by ajwavy - John Zimmer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Sound-by-ajwavy-7139918454451047174?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">\u266c Sound by ajwavy &#8211; John Zimmer<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you book that flight, here are some tips to keep in mind. Find out about visas, flight selections, and necessary vaccines for Rwanda in this section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do you need a visa for Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.migration.gov.rw\/visa\/visitors-visa\">Rwanda provides visas on arrival<\/a> for citizens of most countries. It is free for people from African Union, La Francophonie, and Commonwealth countries, as well as any countries with which Rwanda has a waiver agreement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you arrive at Passport Control, they&#8217;ll simply put a stamp on your passport. US citizens are required to pay $50 for a single entry visa and $70 for multiple entry Rwanda visas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do you need a yellow fever vaccine for Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, yellow fever vaccines (and proof of vaccination) are required for people who live in countries in which the disease is endemic. This does not include the US and most Western countries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FYI, Border Control and Port Health did not check our yellow fever vaccine cards (although we had them) even though we flew in from Nigeria. Rwanda\u2019s passport control is probably the quickest and most efficient I\u2019ve experienced\u2013ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which airlines fly to Kigali Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rwandair, KLM, and Turkish Airlines all fly to Kigali, Rwanda. We flew Rwandair, and their service was surprisingly good (we had very low expectations). The flights were all on time, and we even arrived several minutes earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Life in Rwanda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s life like in Rwanda? If you were wondering, I have some answers for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s the local food in Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This one is tricky because I honestly don\u2019t think they have one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rice-and-potatoes-food-in-rwanda-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Rwandan dish of rice and potatoes\" class=\"wp-image-2538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rice-and-potatoes-food-in-rwanda-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rice-and-potatoes-food-in-rwanda-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rice-and-potatoes-food-in-rwanda-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rice-and-potatoes-food-in-rwanda-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rice-and-potatoes-food-in-rwanda-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rice-and-potatoes-food-in-rwanda-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Potatoes are very popular and plentiful in Rwanda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/watermelon-juice-in-rwanda-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"a glass of watermelon juice held up against the backdrop of kigali views\" class=\"wp-image-2537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/watermelon-juice-in-rwanda-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/watermelon-juice-in-rwanda-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/watermelon-juice-in-rwanda-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/watermelon-juice-in-rwanda-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/watermelon-juice-in-rwanda-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/watermelon-juice-in-rwanda-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fresh watermelon juice is very popular in Rwanda<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Rwandans eat a variety of dishes, but some popular ones include Ugali (kind of like maize \u201cfufu\u201d), Mizuzu (fried plantains\u2013we saw this on the menu everywhere we went), fried potatoes, and pumpkin-based dishes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is English widely spoken in Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although English is one of the official languages in Rwanda, we found that most Rwandans don\u2019t speak English fluently. Even at the big chain hotel where we stayed, most of the staff weren\u2019t fluent English speakers\u2013and that\u2019s fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rwandans mostly speak Kinyarwanda<\/strong>. However, many Rwandans also speak French fluently. I found that most could understand my French better than my English. A few speak Swahili too, although we rarely encountered any Swahili speakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the climate in Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/climate-in-rwanda-473x1024.png\" alt=\"weather in kigali in july 2023\" class=\"wp-image-2534\" width=\"355\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/climate-in-rwanda-473x1024.png 473w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/climate-in-rwanda-139x300.png 139w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/climate-in-rwanda-768x1662.png 768w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/climate-in-rwanda-710x1536.png 710w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/climate-in-rwanda-800x1731.png 800w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/climate-in-rwanda.png 828w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here&#8217;s what the weather looked like one of the days during our visit in July 2023<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The weather in Rwanda is mostly cool. We visited in July, which is the warmer dry season. <strong>The temperature ranged from 18 C (64 F) at night to around (a very cool) 25 C (77 F) during the day<\/strong>. It tends to be cooler in certain areas of the country, like the northwestern town of Gisenyi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to wear in Rwanda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no dressing restrictions in Rwanda. If you like cooler weather, you can get away with summer clothing in Rwanda all year round. Just bring a light cardigan and a few pairs of pants for the occasional extra cold day.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kigali-public-library-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"a black woman stands in front of kigali public library\" class=\"wp-image-2535\" width=\"576\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kigali-public-library-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kigali-public-library-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kigali-public-library-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kigali-public-library-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kigali-public-library-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kigali-public-library-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This dress was perfect for the cool weather<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting around in Rwanda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common means of transportation in Rwanda are motorcycles. Both the motorcyclists and their passengers have to wear helmets, so at least it feels a bit safer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also get a taxi, but those are super expensive. Flag down one of the YEGO taxis, or reach out to me for our taxi guy\u2019s number! He worked with <a href=\"https:\/\/move.rw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this VW rideshare company<\/a> and was super reliable (with really nice cars), if a bit pricey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We found it challenging to get around in Rwanda because we didn\u2019t use motorcycles, but I know so many people (tourists included) who used them regularly. So if you\u2019re not averse to motorbikes, you can try them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Stay in Rwanda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a ton of accommodation options in Rwanda, especially Kigali. We considered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/rooms\/44770366?source_impression_id=p3_1689441067_Lagg%2B47eB5OkQlAm\">this AirBnB<\/a>, actually stayed at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/rooms\/47112851?source_impression_id=p3_1689441079_EK3xCjcWHMJZ6kHW\">this lodge<\/a> for one night (read my review before you book!), and spent most of our stay at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radissonhotels.com\/en-us\/hotels\/park-inn-kigali\">Park Inn by Radisson<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kcc.rw\/\">Convention Centre Kigali<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/afoma-at-convention-center-kigali-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"a black woman in a bathrobe sits on a bed holding a cup of tea\" class=\"wp-image-2539\" width=\"576\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/afoma-at-convention-center-kigali-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/afoma-at-convention-center-kigali-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/afoma-at-convention-center-kigali-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/afoma-at-convention-center-kigali-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/afoma-at-convention-center-kigali-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/afoma-at-convention-center-kigali-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I enjoyed my time at Radisson Blu Convention Center Kigali<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>See my full review of our three Kigali stays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some answers to other common questions about travel to Rwanda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can US citizens get a Rwanda visa on arrival?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, but you\u2019ll need to pay for it at the airport in Rwanda. Single-entry visas cost $50 per person and multiple-entry visas cost $70. If you\u2019re planning a trip to Rwanda, Kenya, and Uganda, consider getting the <a href=\"https:\/\/evisa.go.ke\/services\/EastAfricaTouristVisa\">East African Tourist visa <\/a>($109). Keep in mind, though, that you\u2019ll need to make Kenya your first stop with this visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Rwanda safe for Westerners?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rwanda is one of the safest countries in the world, in my opinion. We felt incredibly safe the entire time we were there, and it was obvious the residents felt safe too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our expatriate friends say they feel 100% safe there, and our Rwandan friend said people walk around the country at all hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a heavy (but friendly) police presence throughout the country\u2013even in rural areas. The police are friendly and always willing to help with directions and any questions you may have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need malaria pills for Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably don\u2019t. There are mosquitoes in Rwanda, but if you stay at a good hotel or AirBnB, they should have mosquito nets which will keep you safe for the most part. But if you want to be on the safe side, there\u2019s no harm in being extra cautious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Ziploc bags allowed in Rwanda?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can bring them in (I did!), but don\u2019t leave them in Rwanda. Plastic bags are banned in Rwanda\u2013and have been for the last 20+ years. You could get arrested and fined if you\u2019re caught disposing of plastic bags. I took all three of my Ziploc bags back home with me!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe Travels to Rwanda!<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/the-view-from-eagle-view-lodge-kigali-rwanda-841x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"a view of kigali rwanda\" class=\"wp-image-2536\" width=\"631\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/the-view-from-eagle-view-lodge-kigali-rwanda-841x1024.jpeg 841w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/the-view-from-eagle-view-lodge-kigali-rwanda-247x300.jpeg 247w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/the-view-from-eagle-view-lodge-kigali-rwanda-768x935.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/the-view-from-eagle-view-lodge-kigali-rwanda-1262x1536.jpeg 1262w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/the-view-from-eagle-view-lodge-kigali-rwanda-1683x2048.jpeg 1683w, https:\/\/www.afomastravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/the-view-from-eagle-view-lodge-kigali-rwanda-800x974.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 631px) 100vw, 631px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Rwanda is aptly known for having a thousand hills. It is a beautiful country with breathtaking scenery and an impressive nature portfolio. There\u2019s no need to worry about safety in Rwanda. 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