Rwanda · MOUNT KIGALI HIKING

The 4 Best Mount Kigali Hikes

4 tours  ·  from $20

The hill behind the city is a morning, not an expedition, and the view back over the ridges is the point. The 4 below differ on where the walk starts, whether horses or a zipline are bolted on, and how long the descent takes.

Kigali: Mount Kigali and Cultural Village Tour with Snacks - Meeting Malik at Club Rafiki
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Kigali: Mount Kigali and Cultural Village Tour with Snacks

1.Mount Kigali and Cultural Village Tour with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Our pick

Meet guide Malik at Club Rafiki, transfer to the trailhead, and walk Mount Kigali through hillside farms and village paths. You’ll see wide Kigali views, meet local residents, and learn about daily life. Water and local fruit are included, with optional hotel transport for $10.

“This was an amazing tour. The views were absolutely stunning and Malik was so kind and a great guide who explained the history of the villages to me very well, and even took me to a local milk bar after as well as helped me find a taxi to a sunset roof spot, and gave some recs for cheaper spots with the same view! He went above and beyond to help me incuding rearranging my pickup to accommodate me. I highly reccomend this tour!!”

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Mount Kigali Hike and Zipline Adventure Tour(Pick up &drop off) - Two sides of Kigali from the summit
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Mount Kigali Hike and Zipline Adventure Tour(Pick up &drop off)

2.Mount Kigali Hike and Zipline Adventure Tour(Pick up &drop off)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $150Top rated

Start with a guided walk beside the Nyabarongo River and through local farms, then climb Mt. Kigali for wide city and countryside views. Your guide, including Serge when assigned, supports your pace. One summit activity, such as ziplining or archery, is included, with hotel pickup and drop-off.

“I had a beautiful time. Seeing the locals doing the hike effortlessly, was even more encouraging and rewarding. The different views were breathtaking.”

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Kigali: Zip-line Experience in Mount Kigali - Arriving at Fazenda Sengha
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Kigali: Zip-line Experience in Mount Kigali

3.Zip-line Experience in Mount Kigali

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · 30 min · from $20Best value

At Fazenda Sengha in Mount Kigali, you’ll take on several zip-line courses with safety equipment and an English-speaking certified guide. The 30-minute session offers aerial views, four reported exits, and possible staff photos. Transport is optional and paid separately.

“It was amazing and there are a lot of activities to do over there so plan it for a full day with the archery, horse riding on the trail and hiking if you like.”

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Kigali: Horse Riding Trail in Mount Kigali

4.Horse Riding Trail in Mount Kigali

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · 1 hour · from $35

You’ll ride through Mount Kigali with an English-speaking equestrian guide, taking in broad mountain views during a one-hour trail ride. The group is limited to five people, helmets are supplied, and first-time riders are welcome. Wear long trousers and closed-toe shoes. Transport is optional and costs extra.

“Very beautiful horses and the trail ride was amazing, my very first time riding a horse and it was in my motherland, was one of the things on my bucket lists. The people are nice my guide was very kind and encouraging. Overall the best experience. Murakoze cyane! ❤️”

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