Rwanda, Beyond
What You Imagine.

From gorilla trekking and Big Five safaris to Lake Kivu adventures, mountain biking, and cultural experiences.

Discover Rwanda with a local team that knows the country beyond the guidebook. Choose a private tour, join a small-group adventure, build your own itinerary, or simply book the experiences you want.

Adventure is waiting. Rwanda is ready.

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Plan Your Rwanda Adventure

Get a personalized itinerary crafted by our local travel experts.

Fully inclusive pricing

Permits, insurance and fair fees — no hidden extras at checkout.

Rwandan-led expertise

Guides and planners born and raised where they take you.

Community-first travel

Fair wages and conservation fees that stay in Rwanda.

Evacuation insurance included

Standard on every trip we run — never an add-on.

our story

Born in the shadow of the volcanoes.

Adventures shaped by Rwanda

Born in the shadow of the Virunga Volcanoes and the Albertine Rift, Kingfisher Journeys was created to share the extraordinary landscapes, wildlife, culture, and adventure of Rwanda.

We craft memorable journeys that bring together authentic experiences, breathtaking nature, and our own adventure activities, from carefully designed tours to self-drive itineraries.

Our goal is simple: to make discovering Rwanda exciting, meaningful, and effortless, with as much of the journey as possible bookable online.

our Tours

Find Perfect Tour for You

​Whether you are looking for a Fully Inclusive Tour or a Self-Drive Itinerary here are some options to inspire you.

Need a custom Tour ?

Self-Drive Itineraries

Mid Range Tours​

High End Luxury Tours​

Cultural Tours​

Family Tours​

Safari Tours​

Nature & Birding Tours​

Gorilla & Primate Tours​

Adventure Tours​

Join our journeys

Explore our Scheduled Group Departures

Love adventure but prefer to share the experience? Join our expert-led, small-group tours. Designed for meaningful connections and unforgettable discoveries across Rwanda.

Share the Adventure. Leave the Logistics to Us.

There is something incredibly special about discovering Rwanda alongside fellow adventurers. Our scheduled departures are carefully crafted small-group journeys designed for solo travelers, couples, and friends who want to explore without the hassle of planning. We cap our groups at 8 to 10 people to ensure an intimate, low-impact experience that respects the local communities and environments we visit.

From top-tier British Canoe Union (BCU) qualified guides on Lake Kivu to premium safety gear and hand-picked boutique accommodations, every detail is seamlessly managed. All you need to do is arrive ready to paddle, trek, and explore.

our Activities

Adventure Your Way

With experienced leaders and quality equipment, we offer unforgettable adventure activities across Rwanda. From short excursions to multi-day journeys, explore the countryside, discover hidden trails, and connect with local communities. Many activities are also perfect for families and children.

National Park Permits

Three Extraordinary Parks, Endless Wonder

We arrange your National Park permits across Rwanda’s three remarkable parks. Add your transport and other travel options, and we’ll take care of the details, so you can focus on the adventure.

Volcanoes National Park

Nyungwe Forest National Park

Akagera National Park

Experiences

Meet the real Rwanda.

Discover the real Rwanda through authentic experiences that connect you with its people, culture, and communities while making a positive difference.

City Tours

Conservation Projects

Community Experiences

Discover Lake Kivu

Rwanda Looks Different from the Water

Slow down and experience the beauty of Lake Kivu from a different perspective. Cruise along peaceful waters, discover hidden shores and islands, meet local communities, and watch the Rwandan landscape unfold around you.

From Gisenyi (Rubavu) to Kibuye (Karongi), we arrange memorable boat trips designed to make the most of your time on one of Africa’s great lakes.

Our Services

Your Journey, Made Simple

Your Rwanda adventure is about more than where you go. We take care of the practical details, from getting you there to giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Car Hire

Take the road less travelled.

With Rwanda’s excellent network of mostly sealed roads, self-drive is a great way to experience the country on your own terms. Choose your route, set your pace, and discover more along the way.

Transfers

Get there effortlessly.

From airport pickups in Kigali to journeys across Rwanda, we arrange reliable transfers that take the stress out of getting around. Transfers are included with our tours and can also be booked independently.

Rwanda Featured in Stories​

Testimonials

Real Stories, Unforgettable Journeys

Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what some of our travelers have to say about their experiences with Kingfisher Journeys.

Great experience,a must if you are visiting Rwanda
Steve, Sandrine and the team were very professional. The way in which the team introduced everyone and respected the community is great. Those that enjoy birdwatching and enjoying some adventure this is a must to do in Rwanda, some of the only non hippo and croc waters to be able to canoe in. Safe enjoyable experience
Trip on Lake Kivu
Had an amazing kayak trip onto lake kivu to watch the bird life, visit the hot springs and watch the fishermen sing their way into the lake... Fab trip brilliantly tailored to my abilities in a sea kayak. Amazing scenery and knowledgeable guide.
Fun on the river
We had the most amazing time canoeing on the river. The guides were excellent. They explained everything clearly and even a novice like myself quickly learnt what we needed to do. You canoe downstream with the current and so it is not to strenuous. It is such a wonderful way to see the countryside as you drift by the fields with the volcanoes in the background. Highly recommend this to any person visiting Rwanda.

Our Partners

Trusted by travellers worldwide

We are proud to work with leading travel platforms and organizations around the world

Travel guide

Bradt Guidebook to Rwanda

Buy your copy of the Bradt Guidebook to Rwanda featuring most of Kingfisher Journey’s activities and many tours.

Delivery available in the UK only

Ready for you Adventure?

Let's plan your Rwanda journey.

Whether you’re looking for a custom tour, need advice, or have a special request, we’re here to help.

We appreciate your trust when booking with us. In return we assure you that: 

  • As a Travelife Partner, we recognise that the world is facing a climate and nature emergency, so sustainability is fundamental to everything that we do. Kingfisher Journeys is an eco-tour company to the core.
  • We also take our responsibility to operate socially responsible travel seriously. This means that we create real jobs, treat our own staff and partners fairly and ensure that our actions prevent harm to children and others who could be exploited.
  • We pay fair wages to our staff, support their pensions, maternity cover, health schemes and pay all local taxes in Rwanda. This sometimes means that our prices have to be a little higher than paying cash to a local supplier, but it’s the right thing to do.

​There are generous discounts on many of our activities for Rwandan citizens, foreign residents in Rwanda and all staff and volunteers of local not-for-profit organisations based in East Africa:

  • Citizen and resident rates show in the checkout.
  • Not-for-profit discount codes can be obtained from your office or by applying to us in advance.