Gisenyi, Rwanda: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Gisenyi, Rwanda? If you're planning to go to Gisenyi, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Gisenyi
- Important essentials for Gisenyi
- Activities for Gisenyi
- Gisenyi in January: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in February: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in March: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in April: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in May: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in June: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in July: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in August: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in September: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in October: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in November: weather and what to pack
- Gisenyi in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Gisenyi, Rwanda
Based on the climate and weather in Gisenyi, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Gisenyi, Rwanda
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Gisenyi, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Gisenyi may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and J. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for Gisenyi, Rwanda by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Gisenyi in January, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
February
If you are traveling to Gisenyi in February, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Extra socks
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
March
March here is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
April
If you are traveling to Gisenyi in April, you will notice that it is mild. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
May
If you are traveling to Gisenyi in May, you will notice that it is mild. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
June
Traveling to Gisenyi in June, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
July
If you go to Gisenyi in July, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
August
August here is mild. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
September
September in this region is mild. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
October
October is mild. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
November
November in this region is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
December
If you go to Gisenyi in December, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
Activities for Gisenyi, Rwanda
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Gisenyi.
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