Hiking and Biking Tour

The fine road network, with little traffic, offers wonderful opportunities for long bicycle trips across the verdant hills and valleys. Mountain biking and hiking can be enjoyed on the thousands of kilometers of fine rural trails linking remote villages, crisscrossing the entire country.

Hiking and biking in Rwanda are becoming some of the country’s most exciting outdoor activities, thanks to its dramatic landscapes, well-preserved trails, and growing ecotourism scene. Known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” Rwanda offers everything from volcano treks to tranquil lakeside rides.

On our Guided and Self-Guided Cycling and Walking Tours, we organize outstanding, high-quality cycling and walking tours through rural Rwanda for individuals and groups. With us, you enjoy comfort, culture, regional gourmet cuisine, and fine wines combined with cycling and walking. Please come join us and see how we make a difference!

What to Expect:

Landscape: Steep hills, rolling tea fields, volcanic peaks, forests, and lakes.

Wildlife encounters: Birds, primates, butterflies.

Culture: You’ll meet locals along the trails, often welcoming with stories, food, and crafts.

Tips for Hiking & Biking in Rwanda:

Fitness: Trails are steep; moderate to high fitness recommended.

Gear: Good hiking boots, trekking poles, a mountain bike with suspension, a helmet, and rain gear.

Guides: Required in national parks (especially for volcanoes and forests).

Best time: Dry seasons (June–Sept & Dec–Feb).

Safety: Rwanda is safe for travelers; trails are well-maintained.

Why It’s Special:

Rwanda is positioning itself as an eco-adventure hub in East Africa.

Hiking and biking combine nature, adventure, and cultural tourism.

Income from trails often supports local communities, just like at Iby’iwacu Cultural Village, you asked about earlier.

Rwanda’s hiking and biking opportunities are not just about adventure—they’re also about connection. Travelers often remark that the journeys bring them closer to the heartbeat of the country: the welcoming communities, the vibrant farming terraces, and the breathtaking natural beauty.

Unlike safaris that keep you behind the window of a vehicle, these trails put you on the ground, where you can truly feel the rhythm of Rwandan life. Whether pedaling through the rolling tea plantations, climbing the Virunga volcanoes, or walking through the misty forests of Nyungwe, each step and each ride tells a story of resilience, harmony, and discovery.