Kigali to Rusizi taxi

Book a private car from Kigali to Rusizi with a trusted local driver — about 250 km, 6h door to door, from RF 160,000 for the whole car.

~250 kmDistance
~6hTravel time
from RF 160,000Typical fare

About the KigaliRusizi route

Rusizi (formerly Cyangugu, town centre Kamembe) lies at the far south-western tip of Lake Kivu and is the main gateway to Nyungwe National Park. With Peke you book the whole car for a fixed fare from RF 160,000 — no haggling at the taxi park and no surprise charges. Your driver picks you up wherever you are in Kigali and drops you at your door in Rusizi.

Also searched as: Kigali to Cyangugu, Kamembe, Nyungwe.

What's included

  • The whole car is yours — no sharing with strangers
  • A vetted, English-speaking local driver
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Fuel and tolls included in the quoted fare

How to book your Rusizi trip

  1. 1See drivers available for Kigali → Rusizi and pick your departure.
  2. 2Pay a small deposit with MTN MoMo or Airtel Money to confirm — the rest is cash to the driver.
  3. 3Get the driver's details on WhatsApp and travel.
Vetted drivers
Private whole-car hire
Door to door

Kigali to Rusizi — frequently asked

How much is a taxi from Kigali to Rusizi?

A private car from Kigali to Rusizi typically costs from RF 160,000 for the whole vehicle. You pay a small deposit online to confirm and settle the balance with the driver.

How long does the drive from Kigali to Rusizi take?

The 250 km journey takes about 6h in normal traffic, door to door.

Is the car private or shared?

Private. You book the whole car for you and your group — Peke never seats you with strangers.

How do I pay?

A small deposit by MTN MoMo or Airtel Money confirms the booking; you pay the balance to the driver in cash. No account needed.

Can I book a return trip or a specific date?

Yes — choose your travel date when you book, and message us on WhatsApp (+250 783 790 515) to arrange a return or a multi-stop trip.

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