Mount Kigali
Mount Kigali: One of the two mountains that can be found in Rwanda‘s capital, Kigali, is Mount Kigali, which attracts visitors for a variety of purposes. Among the many attractions that can be seen in Kigali city are the Presidential Palace, the Kigali Genocide Memorial Museum, Hotel des Mille Collins, the Nyamirambo Muslim Quarters, and many more. The city is well-known for its amazing attractions that will draw you while on your Rwanda tour. Perhaps the most striking feature in the city’s landscape is Mount Kigali. Located between Mount Kigali and Mount Jali, Kigali City offers some of the best views of the city from its summit. The mountain’s name, Mount Kigali, comes from the numerous hills that combine to form it.
Activities for Visitors to Mount Kigali
Riding horses: Riding horses is the main activity at the Fazenda Sengha riding school. While donkeys are present to help provide food and water for the horses, you shouldn’t be shocked to see them there. During your time at the school, you will be able to feed and ride horses in addition to receiving instruction in the fundamentals of horseback riding. You can take pictures, video, and organize a picnic at the school to make your time there unforgettable. Because of the excitement involved, the school has seen a large number of tourists drawn by the exciting adventure. When visiting Mount Kigali, make sure not to miss this amazing excursion.
Hiking Mount Kigali for sightseeing is popular because it offers a broad and stunning perspective of the city and its surrounding towns, including Gisenyi, Gisozi, Kigali Independent University, Nyabugogo, and others. From here, you can observe how the people of Kigali City go about their daily lives, including the languid flow of traffic, people strolling through the streets as they hurry to complete business deals, and, of course, the cool mountain breeze as you hike through the trees. You can enjoy the most tranquil views of the city from the hillside.
Meetings with the residents: Mount Kigali is not like other mountains where there are just a few settlements or where the settlements are dispersed; in fact, there are several settlements where you can interact with the locals. In addition to having the opportunity to see various entertainment venues and locations where you can have beer talks with locals who will give you a brief history of the mountain, Kumuvumu offers various community walks that will allow you to get a better understanding of Rwandan culture as you interact with the locals while visiting different communities.
Hiking: The hike comprises ascending up the mountain to the breathtaking views of the city. Although it can be difficult at first, the hike is incredibly rewarding in the end. You will encounter a variety of sights and entertainment venues along the way up the mountain. For instance, Mera Neza is a tavern where beer is the specialty and ibiryo is a classic Rwandan meal made with roasted pig and potatoes, also known as kabenz roasted pork.
Mountain biking: Mountain biking is a terrific activity that can be done on the mountain. There are several fantastic trails on the mountain that will make your vacation to Mount Kigali unforgettable and full of adventure. You can also choose to go riding on the mountain. This is a physically demanding sport, but it is well worth the time and energy invested because, at the end of the day, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views over the city.
You can engage in a few activities at the mountain, so you can add more activities to your Kigali itinerary to make the most of your city visit. Once the activities at Mount Kigali are over, some things to do in Kigali are as follows:
During the Nyamirambo village tour, you will have the chance to visit a Kigali homestead where you will be welcomed to spend time with the people and learn how to prepare local dishes like brew and handcrafted butter.
Motorbike sunset rides, or “moto rides”
In Kigali, you can go to the Mamba Club and bowl with your friends to have a good time.
Walks in the city are great, especially around sunset when there is less traffic and a calm atmosphere. You may enjoy these walks by the lake in Kacyiru and Nyarutarama, where the fresh breezes welcome you.
In addition to enjoying the best coffee in Africa, you may visit a lot of eateries, bookstores, and libraries.
If you are passionate about doing good deeds, you can volunteer at various orphanages by reading books to the kids and teaching them a language that would make them smile.