About this experience
Ntarama and Nyamata are former catholic churches. Many Tutsi people gathered here as a church was considered a place of safety. On this educational tour, you will learn the causes, reality, and consequences of the Genocide against Tutsi in Rwanda.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Breakfast
Itinerary and highlights
Ntarama Genocide Memorial Centre is one of six genocide museums in Rwanda. 5,000 people were killed here in a Catholic church. you will be able to see the old church where victims used to pray and know how they got killed in the church. you will be able to see the weapons they used to kill and old clothes of the victims. the guide will take through the whole story of how the Rwanda genocide started, main cause and how it ended.
The Nyamata Genocide Memorial is based around a former church 30 km south of Kigali in Rwanda, which commemorates the Rwandan genocide in 1994. The remains of 50,000 people are buried here. you will be able to see and learn about the history of the area and the old church where victims used to pray and know-how and when they were attacked while hiding in the church.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Wild Hikes Rwanda
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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