About this experience
Birding around Kigali is an introduction to birdlife of East Africa as these places are a mix of habitats including grassland, wetlands and lakes (ponds). Birding at one (or all) of the mentioned sites, is an introduction to birds of Rwanda and you have also an occasion to see rare birds like White-collared Oliveback, Papyrus Gonolek and Papyrus Canary.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 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
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee
Not included
- No meals included
Itinerary and highlights
We have a 3 hours birding in Nyandungu Urban Wetland Eco-tourism Park mainly to see birds. Nyandungu is a newly restored wetland within Kigali City; it is located in 1.5km of Kigali International Airport and only 25 minutes drive from the city Center. Over 100 birds were recorded in this area among other White-collared Oliveback, Yellow-breasted Apalis, Double-toothed Barbet, etc.
Umusambi is a Kinyarwanda name meaning Gra-crowned Crane. The village is a newly created sanctuary to save the population of Gra-crowned Crane from the illegal pet trade. Benefiting the protection of the site, more birds are coming to the place for food and reproduction. Many species of Kingfisher i.e Pied, Malachite and African Pygmy use created water ponds as source of food. We spend 2 to 3 hours of the morning to tour around the sanctuary before we have our lunch break.
Wetlands in Bugesera, especially Gashora wetland, are home to papyrus and waterbird species. These places are home to Papyrus Gonolek, Papyrus Canary, Carruther's Cisiticola and flocks of Glossy Ibis. You can have a morning or afternoon at this place to see the most wetland birds of the East African region.
Meeting and pickup information
- We allow clients to indicate where to be picked from and where to be dropped off.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- BET
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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The terrain is easy and everyone can attend
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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