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How To Get to Gishwati-Mukura National Park – By Road and Air

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Your entry point into the country will most likely be Kigali International Airport (KGL), on the outskirts of the capital city of Kigali.

The Gishwati sector of Gishwati-Mukura National Park is easily accessible. It is located on a good surfaced road 170km/105mi from Kigali and the drive takes about 4 hours*. The last kilometer requires a 4x4. The distance from Gisenyi (Rubavu) is about 35km/22mi and from Ruhengeri (Musanze) 70km/43mi. The respective driving times are 1 and 2 hours*. All over Rwanda the speed limit is 60km per hour.

Gishwati Forest is usually visited as part of a 4x4-vehicle tour around the country with a driver-guide.

There are currently no domestic flights to Gishwati-Mukura or any nearby towns.

*Driving times are only a rough indication. You should always consider the possibility of significant delays.

Airlines & Ticket Prices

Please check Skyscanner to see which airlines can take you to Kigali International Airport (KGL), and what tickets cost.

Passport, Visa & Other Entry Requirements

Please check our How To Get to Rwanda page to learn more about passport, visa and other entry requirements.

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