Rubavu District, Western Province, Rwanda +250 787 416 640 youngwomendestination@gmail.com
Community tourism experiences

Discover Rwandan culture with your hands

Interactive, educational and meaningful experiences that let you learn directly from local women while supporting community livelihoods and preserving Rwandan culture.

Experience 01

Traditional Rwandan Cooking: Isambaza & Ugali

Cook the small fish of Lake Kivu the way local families do.

Visitors learn how to prepare Isambaza, a small fish commonly enjoyed in the Lake Kivu region, accompanied by Ugali. This experience introduces visitors to local food traditions, cooking methods, and the cultural importance of sharing meals within Rwandan communities.

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Experience 02

Learning Traditional Rwandan Dance

Find the rhythm of Rwanda’s artistic heritage.

Visitors discover the beauty of Rwandan traditional dance by learning basic movements, rhythms, and cultural expressions. This activity encourages cultural exchange and provides an opportunity to appreciate Rwanda’s artistic heritage.

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Experience 03

Making Small Traditional Baskets

Weave alongside the women artisans of Rubavu.

Visitors participate in a hands-on craft workshop where they learn how to make small baskets using traditional techniques. The activity highlights the creativity and skills of local women while helping preserve traditional craftsmanship and promote opportunities for women artisans.

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Experience 04

Making Postcards from Banana Leaves

Turn natural materials into a one-of-a-kind souvenir.

Visitors learn how to create handmade postcards using banana leaves and other locally available materials. This creative activity promotes traditional craftsmanship, environmental awareness, and the use of natural materials to produce unique souvenirs.

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Our prices

Simple, fair pricing

Affordable, educational and culturally enriching experiences for individuals, families and groups.

Visitor categoryPrice
Adult visitors 25,000 RWF per person
Children 15,000 RWF per child
Students visiting in groupsSchool groups: ask about discounted group rates 10,000 RWF per student
Group discounts

Special discounted rates are available for groups, particularly school groups, depending on the number of participants. Schools and organizations are encouraged to contact us in advance to arrange the activities and confirm the group rate.

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Join us in making a difference

Whether you are cooking Isambaza and Ugali, dancing to traditional Rwandan rhythms, making a small basket or creating a postcard from banana leaves, your visit helps create opportunities for vulnerable women and their families.