When to go
The best time to visit Rwanda runs from
June to August, since it is the driest of the year. June and July are the best months, while by the second half of August, the rains usually start to get a bit more frequent.
A jacket or sweater is recommended for the evening and for mountain excursions, while for the high mountains it is necessary to cover more heavily.
What to pack
In winter (June to August): bring spring/autumn clothes (light for the day), a sweater and a jacket for the evening, a sun hat, and hiking shoes. For the Virunga Mountains, bring warm clothes, such as a down jacket, a hat, and gloves.
In the rest of the year: bring spring/autumn clothes (light for the day), a sweatshirt, a raincoat, hiking shoes, and a light jacket for the evening above 1,500 meters (5,000 feet). For the Virunga Mountains, bring warm clothes, such as a down jacket, a hat, and gloves.
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Rwanda