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RwandaRwanda: Various travel information
How to get to RwandaAir traffic Direct international flight connections to Kigali are offered twice a week from Brussels. There are also daily connections via Uganda, Johannesburg and Addis Ababa. There are flights from Nairobi to Kigali twice a day, and several times a week from Bujumbura. By bus Several bus companies guarantee the eight-hour journey between Kampala (Uganda) and Kigali. The costs for this are around 7 to 9 euros and depend on the travel time. Although Tanzania shares an open border with Runda, the way from Tanzania is a lot more difficult due to the lack of roads in the west of the country. A bus goes from Mwanza to Benako (both Tanzania), and from Benako there is a bus to Kigali. Or you just drive from Ngara (Tanzania). There are also several buses from Dar es Salaam (via Morogoro and Dodoma) to Kahama. But you have to spend one night in Kahama and from there take a minibus or taxi to the border, where minibuses then continue to Kigali. Between Burundi and Rwanda, Yahoo Car and Belvedere Lines operate between Kigali and Bujumbura. For border formalities you should definitely contact the respective embassy beforehand. The Belgian border has the best information. For the most part, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is not recommended for tourists because of the instability of the situation, but Goma and Bukavu can be easily visited from Rwanda. Rail traffic There is currently no cross-country rail link, but Rwanda and Tanzania have announced that they will be setting up a railway line between Isaka, Tanzania and Kigali. Travel in the countryTaxi-Velo and motorcycle taxis Shorter distances in the country are best covered on foot or by taxi-bike, a bicycle-taxi. Such taxis are widely available and relatively inexpensive. But they are banned in urban areas. In addition to bicycles, there are also motorcycle taxis, so-called taxi motos; these are especially popular in Kigali. A normal route shouldn't cost more than 0.30 to 1 euro. Minibuses Longer distances can be covered with Matatu (or Twegerane). These are white minibuses that you will find all over East Africa. The travel experience will make up for any lack of comfort encountered by the masses of people, animals and cargo traveling with you. Roads and rental cars The road network in Rwanda has suffered greatly from the civil war; important bridges have also been damaged. An international driver's license is required. International license plateAccording to Abbreviationfinder, Rwanda's international license plate is:
Diplomatic missionsVisit Countryaah for a full list of Rwanda embassies and consulates in each country around the world.
German representations in RwandaEmbassy of the Federal Republic of Germany 10, Avenue Paul VI Kigali Tel.: 00250 - (0) 252 - 57 52 22 00 250 - (0) 252 - 57 51 41 Email: [email protected] Web: http: // www. kigali.diplo.de Representations of Rwanda in Germany Embassy in Berlin Jägerstrasse 67-69 10117 Berlin Tel.: 0049 - (0) 30 - 20 91 65 90 Email: [email protected]
Austrian representations in Rwanda Austria has no representation in Rwanda. Responsible is: Embassy in Kenya 2nd floor, City House Corner Wabera Street/Standard Street Nairobi Tel.: 00254 - (0) 20 - 319 076/077/078 Email: [email protected] www.aussenministerium.at/nairobi Die The Austrian embassy in Kenya is still responsible for:
Representations of Rwanda in Austria The embassy in Berlin is responsible (see above) Swiss representations in Rwanda Switzerland has no representation in Rwanda. The embassy is responsible for: Embassy in Kenya International House, 7th floor Mama Ngina Street 00100 Nairobi Tel: 00254 - (0) 20 - 222 8735 Email: [email protected] www.eda.admin.ch/nairobi The Swiss embassy in Kenya is still responsible for:
Representations of Rwanda in Switzerland Embassy in Geneva Rue de Vermont 37/39 (4th floor) 1202 Geneva Tel: 0041 - (0) 22 - 919 10 00 Email: [email protected] Tourist officeThe Rwanda Tourism Board PO Box 905 Kigali Tel: 00250 - (0) 252 - 57 65 14 Email: [email protected] Entry and exit regulations Formalities, visasTourists from Germany need a passport that is valid for at least six months to enter Rwanda. A visa is required for people who want to stay longer than 90 days and/or who come to the country for a purpose other than tourism. A valid yellow fever vaccination must be proven when entering from a yellow fever infection area. Issuing of visas in Germany Visa department of the Embassy of Rwanda Jägerstr. 67-69 10117 Berlin Tel: 0049 - (0) 30 - 20 91 65 90 Email: [email protected] Foreign exchange, goods Local currency The national currency of Rwanda is the Rwandan Franc (FRW) 1 Rwanda Franc = 100 Centimes Cheap goods, souvenirs Popular souvenirs in Rwanda include baskets, ceramics, wood carvings and knives. The following items can be imported into Rwanda duty-free by people aged 16 and over: 2 boxes of cigarettes and 2 liters of alcoholic beverages. The export of plants and animals protected under the Washington Species Protection Act is prohibited. Rwanda: travel medicine, vaccinations, and warnings Infectious DiseasesThe following infectious diseases can be expected in Rwanda:
Vaccination recommendations
Compulsory vaccination A valid yellow fever vaccination is required for entry. Malaria prophylaxis When traveling in the country, it is strongly advised to undergo malaria prophylaxis. However, if the side effects seem questionable to you, you should at least have a "stand-by preparation" with you.
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