I recently visited Kigali, Rwanda, and one of the first things I searched while planning my trip was: “What to do in Kigali, Rwanda”. Many travel blogs about visiting Rwanda focus on gorilla trekking tours, golden monkey encounters, and other wildlife and safari adventures. While those are bucket-list-worthy, they all take place outside Kigali, the country’s capital.
But if you’re wondering what to do within Kigali city limits, ziplining at Fazenda Sengha should absolutely be on your list.
Rwanda, in general, is for slow travel. Kigali is often just the launchpad for those epic Rwandan safaris, and a lot of people skip exploring the city itself. But here’s the thing: while you may not think of Kigali as a place for an adrenaline fix, ziplining at Fazenda Sengha proves otherwise. The best part? That’s just one of the several activities you can enjoy there. Others include archery, horse riding, quad bike rides and more.
Check out this price list from April 2025 below for the full list of available activities and their costs.
Tips for Visiting Fazenda Sengha In Kigali
Go Early: Arrive early so you have enough time for all the activities you’re interested in, and enough daylight to take great photos and videos.
Transport: Go with a private driver if possible. If you go by cab, make sure to get the driver’s number to call when you’re done. If you take a taxi-moto (motorcycle taxi), try to leave before it gets too late so you can still find transport back. The road leading to the area is unpaved and hilly, and I learned the hard way when I visited close to closing time by taxi-moto (Check my YouTube video – also embedded at the end of this post to see for yourself!).
Dress Code: Comfy athletic gear or comfortable casual wear + closed-toe shoes are your best bet.
Payment: You can make payment at the site with no prior booking, and it’s actually cheaper than the online rates.
Capture the Moment: The guides are kind enough to help you take photos and videos (great for solo travelers), but if you have a GoPro, gimbal, or selfie stick and can use them while on the lines, be sure to use them to capture every moment on your own terms.
Weather: Kigali mornings are usually cool, afternoons are warm, and evenings can get quite chilly/cold.
My Ziplining Experience At Fazenda Sengha
If you would rather skip this write up completely, you can watch my vlog about it below.
On the day I planned to visit Fazenda Sengha, my new Rwandan friend, Bruno and I headed to the city center (Downtown) to eat, buy a local SIM (to avoid roaming charges), and change some dollars into Rwandan franc (the local currency).
We bought and activated the SIM card on the spot and changed $100 for 144,300 RWF at Chic Building, a shopping mall in the city center. We then headed to the nearby Umut Restaurant, a Turkish spot. If you’ve been reading my blog for years, you already know how much I love Turkish food (and Turkey itself). *Read about my visits to Turkey.
While we waited for our food, it started raining, so I took the opportunity to chat with Bruno about Rwandan cuisine. I learned that a lot of local dishes are banana-based, and surprisingly, there’s only one KFC in the whole country, and it is in Kigali.
For lunch, I had their chicken curry (rice with curry sauce and salad) and fresh watermelon juice, while Bruno went with cake and a double espresso. See total cost below.
It took a while before the rain subsided; it was already late in the day, but I was determined to visit one more place before nightfall. I called Fazenda Sengha, and they confirmed I could still come, although I’d only have time for one activity. Bruno had never been there either, as he left Rwanda 12 years ago and lives in France now, and he wasn’t familiar with some of the newer places. So, it was a first for both of us.
We hopped on a taxi-moto for about 1,500 RWF each, and after a 20–25 minute ride, we arrived. I paid onsite and proceeded straight to the zipline while Bruno waited for me.
This was my first-ever ziplining experience, and as a bit of an adrenaline junkie, I LOVED it! I’ve heard people who’ve done longer ziplines say the lines at Fazenda Sengha are short, but for a first-timer like me, they were just right. I went four times. The first run was a bit scary as expected, but by the second time, I was already blowing kisses mid-air like a pro!
By the time I was done, the place was nearly empty. With no new visitors coming in, we couldn’t find a single taxi-moto nearby. We had to start walking towards the major road, uphill. It was an experience because i was out of breath climbing those hills. Let me tell you: if a Rwandan ever says something is within walking distance, don’t believe them! Unless, of course, you’re used to hilly terrain. Then you’ll be just fine.
In my opinion, Rwanda is perfect for people who love immersive cultural experiences, learning about traditions, slow travel, and connecting with locals. It’s also for those who want to see the endangered mountain gorillas, wildlife and explore the country’s natural beauty.
If you’re a nightlife lover or beach bum, Rwanda might feel a little too calm and slow-paced for you. They do have nightlife, but not like you are used to.
Coming from the chaotic hustle of Lagos, I welcomed the peace and quiet in Kigali with open arms. No generator noises, no endless honking, no pollution, and no aggressive traffic. It was exactly what I needed. This trip was also my first time traveling to another African country, and it couldn’t have been more perfect.
I had planned to visit Gisenyi, Kibuye (Lake Kivu), and Musanze, but I ended up relaxing so much in Kigali that I kept putting it off until it was too late.
In my next series of posts, I’ll be sharing more of what I got up to in Kigali. Until then, go subscribe to my youtube channel for more travel vlogs.
