November 16th – 18th, 2023
Plan Your Visit
Kigali, Rwanda
We are excited to have you join us at Africa’s New Cities Summit in Rwanda. To assist in planning your trip, we have created a detailed guide that includes information on discounted flights and hotels, entry requirements, and popular tourist attractions. We hope you have a wonderful trip and enjoy all the amazing experiences Rwanda has to offer.
Visa Requirements
Citizens of countries who are members of the Commonwealth, African Union and La Francophonie, obtain a visa upon arrival and fees are waived for a visit of 30 days. More information on travel to Rwanda can be found here.
Requirements for Entry
(According to the U.S. Department of State via travel.state.gov)
- US Passports must be valid for six months after the date of entry into Rwanda.
- Travelers can obtain a Rwandan visa through the following procedures:
- Obtain a 30-day tourist visa at the port of entry for $50 (single entry) or $70 (multiple entry). Credit cards are generally accepted at the Kigali International Airport but are not accepted at some land borders. The U.S. Embassy recommends that travelers arrive at the Kigali International Airport travel with sufficient cash in U.S. dollars to pay for the visa in case credit card transactions are not possible at the time of your arrival. Additional information about this process can be found on the Rwandan Immigration website.
- Obtain a 30-day, 90-day, or 10-year tourist visa through the Rwandan Embassy in Washington, D.C. Additional information about this process can be found on the Rwandan Embassy’s website.
Please visit the U.S. Department of State website for more information
About the Host Country
Rwanda is rapidly becoming a popular destination for events worldwide, having played host to prestigious conferences like Aviation Africa 2022, the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), the World Economic Forum, the African Union Summit, and the 73rd FIFA Congress Meeting.
According to The World Bank’s Doing Business report, Rwanda is ranked as the 2nd most accessible place to do business in Africa and 38th globally.
Rwanda offers a variety of attractions that are sure to be on any luxury travel bucket list. These include the mysterious Nyungwe Forest, the magnificent Mountain Gorillas of Volcanoes National Park, the Big Five at Akagera National Park, and the vibrant artistic culture of the Rwandan people.
Plastic Ban
Plastic bags are not permitted in Rwanda as part of an environmental policy. Plastic bags must be discarded by passengers entering Kigali International Airport (KIA) or any border checkpoint. Travelers are given a cost-effective, ecologically friendly alternative.
General Info
- Time: GMT +2
- Languages: Kinyarwanda, English, French
- Currency: Rwandan Francs (Frw)
- Population: 13 million
- Telecoms: MTN and AIRTEL
Summit Hotel
We have partnered up with Kigali Serena Hotel, which is the official Summit Hotel, and Four Points by Sheraton Kigali to provide discounted rates to all attendees. To avail of these exclusive offers, simply make a reservation through our event planner, Ikaze PCO.
Summit Airline
All Summit attendees will receive a 15% discount from our partner airline, Rwanda Air.
Terms and conditions:
Use promo code ANCS23 for a discount of 15% (BF only).
General conditions relating to the promo are listed below:
- Discount level: Discount is applicable for economy fares (from M-class upwards) and Business fares (from D-class upwards) in the system.
- The discount applies from network to KGL v.v
- Sales period: Immediate until 18th Nov 2023.
- Travel period: 02nd Nov – 02nd Dec 2023.
- Advance purchase restriction: N/A
- Mode of sales: all WB offices, website, and Mobile App.
- No-show = USD150 (Waived if canceled at least 24hrs to flight).
- Date change/Reissue fee = USD100. Fare difference shall apply.
- Refund before departure: USD150
- Refund after departure: Non-refundable.
- Reissue: No manual reissue on this promotion is permitted across all our network stations/offices. Use ATC reissue only and charge all fees displayed in the system.
- Discount code: Apply for a 15% discount.
- Blackout: N/A.
- Procedure: The passenger inserts the promo code into the website at the point of booking and the code discounts the current selling fare by 15%.
- Discount code applies to base fare only. Taxes/Fees/Charges (TFCs) are not discountable.
- This promotion is not available for groups.
- This promo is NOT commissionable.
Venue
Africa’s New Cities Summit will take place on November 16-18, 2023 at Kigali’s Serena Hotel.
Welcome Cocktail Reception
Venue: Norrsken House Kigali, The Pergola
Date: November 15th, 2023
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Gala Dinner
Venue: KOZO Kigali, Afro-Asian Restaurant
Date: November 16th, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Excursions and Tours
Attendees of the Summit are encouraged to prolong their stay in Rwanda to experience the country’s unparalleled wildlife offerings. Rwanda is a breathtakingly beautiful country with diverse landscapes that showcase exceptional flora and fauna, as well as stunning scenery. The south has misty and moody rainforests, while the north boasts of lush forests, volcanoes, and bamboo. Lake Kivu in the west is ideal for tranquil canoe rides, and the grass plains of Akagera in the east are dotted with light acacia woodlands.
Ikaze, the event planner along side Uber Luxe Safaris, has curated special tours that cater to various interests. Whether you want to encounter the magnificent gorillas in Volcanoes National Park or indulge in fine dining in the capital, you are assured of a perfect experience in Rwanda.
You can find tour excursion options below. Please contact sibane@ikazepco.com to book your preferred excursion
Covid
Covid-19 testing is no longer a requirement prior to boarding the flight to Rwanda. However, regular Covid-19 testing is encouraged.
Yellow Fever
Required for travelers ≥1 year old arriving from countries with risk for YF virus transmission. Generally not recommended for travel to Rwanda.
Click Below links for the latest info
Rwanda Biometric Centre