Kandt House Museum

A German born doctor, soldier, poet, scholar, naturalist and avid explorer, Dr. Richard Kandt became the first European who lived in Rwanda since 1907 and saw his administrative residence expand into a series of twenty commercial houses which became the commercial capital. During his time in Rwanda, Kandt dedicated his life to researching the natural environment of the country. He was the first to determine the source of the Nile in Nyungwe National Park and arguably the first to introduce coffee farming to the region. Today, Kandt’s former residence on Nyarugenge Hill in Kigali has become the Museum of Natural History of Rwanda. It is a tribute to Kandt’s explorations and naturalist research and serves to depict the evolution of the region’s environment and wildlife. Inside the museum are exhibitions dedicated to the country’s geology, mining, volcanoes and more. A visit to the Kandt House offers visitors a rewarding look back at both the country’s colonial and natural history.

Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial

This memorial honors the 10 Belgian UNAMIR peacekeepers murdered on the first day of the 1994 genocide. Initially deployed to protect Prime Minister Agathe Uwilingiyimana, the soldiers were captured, disarmed, and killed by the Presidential Guard. What to expect: At the Belgian Memorial in Camp Kigali, visitors learn about the tragic events that ignited the Rwandan genocide. The somber site provides a powerful narrative of courage and sacrifice. Your guide will share poignant stories, adding depth to your understanding of Rwanda’s history.