Experiences

Connecting our guests with Kigali & Rwanda

Heaven Tours connects our guests with Kigali and Rwanda. We have a passion for Rwanda, and for its people, and we want to help you feel that same connection.Our concierge team is excited to plan a unique and memorable stay for you in Rwanda. From horseback riding on Mount Kigali to visiting Question Coffee with a “crop to cup” experience, from local cooperatives and art galleries to taking a walking tour of the Muslim Quarter, we know Kigali best and look forward to sharing the highlights with you.

Explore the flavors of Rwanda in Heaven’s organic garden, visit local farmers’ markets, and cook up new recipes in our Rwandan kitchen! Engage in volunteer work or immerse yourself in the culture of Rwanda by taking a day trip to the village, learning basket weaving, drumming or how to prepare the “urwagwa” local banana beer.

Let our concierge plan a journey outside of Kigali to Akagera safari park, the Virunga mountains for gorilla trekking, Nyungwe Forest for chimpanzees and canopy walk or a peaceful stay on Lake Kivu.

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Onsite Custom Tailoring & Made in Rwanda Products

Our onsite tailor creates fabulous custom clothing and African fabric wares from totes and duffle bags to cosmetic pouches, from aprons to tablecloths and pillow cases in vibrant, colourful African “Kitenge” fabrics. Guests also enjoy the chance to shop in our Retail Boutique with exquisite Made in Rwanda products featuring …

Outdoor Activities in Kigali

We offer fun outdoor activities for our guests in Kigali. Clients enjoy walking tours of our neighbourhood and nearby downtown Kigali City Center, and if lucky enough to be in Kigali on the last Saturday or the month, observe “umuganda” the national public service holiday! We also host nature walks …

Traditional Intore Dance Lessons

Learn the traditional intore dance of Rwanda, we can arrange for private and group instruction

Our Community

Heaven is helping Rwanda develop its most important resource: its people.

Ethical sourcing

Supporting hundreds of farmers, suppliers, artisans, and technicians.

service excellence

Investing in future hospitality leaders since 2008.

"Exiting COVID in the USA and arriving at the RETREAT was the perfect beginning to our Rwanda adventure. The entire staff was welcoming and made the first day of quarantine a blissful experience. The food was amazing-- I especially loved the eggplant stack and the grilled avocado salad. The gym was a wonderful find after the 16 hour flight! and so clean and sanitized constantly. Alissa and Josh have made Rwanda not only their home but one for all travelers!!! Be sure to read Josh's book A Thousand Hills to Heaven--- you will feel very at home in their company!!"

"I've stayed at Heaven Hotel several times, and each time, it feels like returning home. The team at Heaven is so friendly, and their kindness made our recent stay very enjoyable, even in an unusual season traveling during covid. Seeing some of the same employees over the years, and always being welcomed back with such warmth, makes us want to keep returning. Wonderful service, beautiful grounds, great gym, and one of the best breakfasts around in Kigali"

"This is a wonderful boutique hotel and restaurant that is in the heart of the city but feels like a forest retreat. Service is excellent. Rooms clean, comfortable, and beautifully appointed. Restaurant service and food are fantastic. They provide driver service and tours upon request. Service across the board is excellent. I highly recommend Heaven Restaurant and Hotel."

"I cannot praise the restaurant enough. There is a reason it has the reputation as the best restaurant in Kigali. Ranging from the amazing cocktails mixed by the equally amazing Gisele to the delicious international cuisine that melted on your tongue, The only regret I personally have is that I did not venture out more to other restaurants as I got hooked on the delicious food from the Heaven restaurant. The staff was amazing and always had time to make sure you were enjoying yourself. Emanuel was a great server who made sure that all your culinary wishes were taken care of and that you enjoyed your stay"

"We only stayed 1 night and arrived late - wish we had stayed longer. A 3 night stay would be perfect. The rooms are gorgeous and the restaurant and bar area around the pool is swoonable. The story of the owner's journey to settle in Rwanda is inspiring. They have the book on sale at the hotel - or download on Kindle. The book really puts the hotel and the country in a context that we found very useful. They are doubling the number of rooms on the adjacent property. It's supposed to be done by this summer. Great location! Wonderful staff!"

Welcome to Heaven! We are home to The Retreat, Fusion Restaurant, Heaven Restaurant & Heaven Boutique Hotel. Heaven Rwanda is more than restaurants and two boutique hotels, we are a social enterprise.

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