From Kigali: Meza Malonga Culinary Experience with Boat Ride

Embark on a full-day culinary journey to Meza Malonga from Kigali. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Ruhondo, explore a culinary campus, and savor an 8-course tasting menu.
Begin your journey with a scenic boat ride on a traditional fishing vessel across the Twin Lakes region, learning about the local ecosystem and community life.

Upon arrival at the Meza Malonga campus, be welcomed with a refreshing drink and your first taste of African-inspired cuisine. A guided campus tour follows, engaging all your senses as you explore the spice laboratory, nursery and training center, fermentation house, and culinary innovation spaces.

Then, be invited into the intimate dining room, where each table offers panoramic views of Rwanda’s five volcanoes. During your meal, interact directly with the chefs and observe culinary students as they cook, plate, and serve each course. The experience is led by renowned chef Chef Malonga, whose vision brings Africa’s diverse food heritage to life.

Enjoy an expertly crafted 8-course tasting menu that takes you on a culinary voyage across the African continent. Optional pairings include wine or non-alcoholic pairings featuring house-made beverages such as banana tamarind, beetroot, and hibiscus juice.

Each dish is whimsically plated and thoughtfully explained, revealing the story and inspiration behind every flavor. The experience concludes with a dual dessert course for a sweet and memorable finale.

After your meal, relax on the balcony lounge with sunset views over Lake Ruhondo while enjoying a coffee or digestif.

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.

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.