Musanze: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Ruhengeri, today known as Musanze is the third largest city in Rwanda and the capital of Musanze District in the Northern Province of Rwanda. The city has a population of 153,368 as of the 2022 census.

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Now in the cityMusanzesunset 05:50 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map7

Exchange rateRF 1,478.6per 1 $RWF — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Within two hours

Mount Gahinga≈ 35 min Mount Karisimbi≈ 40 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Essential travel only to partsEssential travel only, and only to part of the country.

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New information about vapes and e-cigarette bans in Rwanda and updated information about border measures introduced by the Rwandan Government in response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.

crime

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Reconsider travel in Rwanda due to crime , unrest and health risks. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in Rwanda due to the Health situation. Health The U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Musanze: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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