From Kigali: Bigogwe Cow Experience, Hiking & farm with Meal
ID: GYG1389275-2121371
Category:
Country: Rwanda
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Experience Rwanda's pastoral culture on a day trip to Bigogwe. Hike to the iconic Ibere rya Bigogwe rock, try traditional cow milking and ghee making, meet majestic Ankole cows & enjoy local food.
Begin your adventure with a scenic drive from Kigali to Bigogwe, a lush, high-altitude sector in Rwanda's Western Province. Known for its emerald-green rolling hills and dairy farming, Bigogwe offers a variety of activities centered around Rwanda's deep-rooted cattle culture.
Start with a trek to the iconic Ibere rya Bigogwe, a unique rock formation, and enjoy panoramic views of the Gishwati hills. Get hands-on with traditional Rwandan cow milking, learn to make traditional ghee, and interact with the famous Inyambo (long-horned) cattle.
Participate in traditional local pastimes, such as Kuno Banana, a traditional combat sport using sticks.
Highlights
- Hike to the iconic Ibere rya Bigogwe rock formation
- Learn to milk cows and make traditional ghee on a farm
- Participate in traditional local pastimes, like Kuno Banana
- Savor local food and enjoy a breakfast and water on the tour
- Capture unforgettable photos in one of Rwanda's most scenic countryside settings
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves outdoor activities such as hiking.
Participants should be prepared for physical activities.
Weather can be unpredictable, so dress accordingly.
Ticket 2
INCLUDED
- Transportation
- Entrance fee 75$
- Bottle of water
- Breakfast (value of 6$ USD)
- Local food on site ( snacks)
- Guide ( French, English, Swahili & Kinyaranda)
- Horseback riding
- Cowboy hat (see photos)
- Rain boots (see photos)
- Shawl (see photos)
- Hiking pole
- Dinner/ for VIP/SOLO only
NOT INCLUDED
- Socks for Rain boots
- Personal expenses
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
