Rwanda Travel Guide
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Did you know?
The surface area of Rwanda is 10.2 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 149 in terms of the area in the world.
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The distance between Kigali (RW) and Washington D.C. (US) is 7219 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Rwanda
| Miles | Kigali | Volcanoes National Park | Huye | Cyangugu | Gisenyi | Kibeho | Akagera National Park | Nyanza |
| Kigali | - | 51 | 51 | 89 | 59 | 60 | 48 | 37 |
| Volcanoes National Park | 51 | - | 79 | 82 | 24 | 80 | 82 | 63 |
| Huye | 51 | 79 | - | 58 | 71 | 13 | 94 | 17 |
| Cyangugu | 89 | 82 | 58 | - | 59 | 46 | 137 | 58 |
| Gisenyi | 59 | 24 | 71 | 59 | - | 68 | 100 | 56 |
| Kibeho | 60 | 80 | 13 | 46 | 68 | - | 106 | 23 |
| Akagera National Park | 48 | 82 | 94 | 137 | 100 | 106 | - | 83 |
| Nyanza | 37 | 63 | 17 | 58 | 56 | 23 | 83 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Rwanda
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Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Rwanda.
Routine vaccines
Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Reduce your exposure to germs
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Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
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Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Rwanda for tourism
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).
- Allowed stay: 30 days
- Visitors are fingerprinted
- International Certificate of Vaccination required.
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Rwanda the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, J sockets are used.
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Type C
Type JFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 76 / 231 Ranking | 12 952 218 Hutu (Bantu) 84%, Tutsi (Hamitic) 15%, Twa (Pygmy) 1% |
Area | 149 / 230 Ranking | 10.2 thous. mi² |
Life expectancy | 170 / 196 Ranking | 65.5 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 63.6women 67.5 |
Median age | 22 / 157 Ranking | 19.7 Average age of population expressed in years.men 18.9women 20.4 |
Population growth | 50 / 172 Ranking | 1.8% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 98 / 131 Ranking | 73.2% Ability to read, write and count.men 77.6%women 69.4% |
GDP | 180 / 194 Ranking | 2 213 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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