Embrace Cultural Heritage at the Red Rocks Cultural Festival 2023

Volcano National Park

Embark on a vibrant journey of culture, history, and traditions with us at Amahoro Tours as we participate in the Red Rocks Cultural Festival 2023. This year, we’re celebrating a decade of community conservation, empowerment, and cultural tourism in remarkable Rwanda.

Volcano National Park in Rwanda

The Heart of Culture: Red Rocks Community Arts Centre

At the heart of this celebration is the Red Rocks Community Arts Centre, a hub of creativity where local community members connect with art and culture. Nestled near the Volcano National Park, the Centre is a gateway to community development and conservation through arts and crafts. Experience making a basket with the women of the region or join the youth in their workshop to craft a unique souvenir. The Centre thrives on promoting local artists and their exceptional work.

boy with Rwandan flag painted on his face

A Week-Long Cultural Celebration

The festival is a week-long extravaganza, teeming with a variety of cultural activities. Each day brings new opportunities for outdoor experiences that culminate in evenings filled with rhythmic dances, campfire storytelling, and cultural heritage performances. It’s a chance to immerse yourself in the magic of Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage.

Rwandan woman carrying basket

The Legacy: 10 Years of Cultural Empowerment

The festival is more than a celebration — it’s an acknowledgment of the significant impact that Red Rocks has had on the community, particularly women and youth. It is an essential platform for sharing success stories and illustrating how the Centre has created a sustainable impact over the years.

traditional Rwandan dance

Event Schedule: Immerse in Rwanda’s Cultural Tapestry

The event kicks off on August 25th, 2023, and unfolds over a week packed with traditional music, dance, village talent shows, group tours, and more. Attendees can participate in debates on community conservation and celebrate the opening of the Red Rocks Women and Youth Art Center. The festival concludes on September 1st with the captivating Gorilla naming ceremony and an exciting riverside party.

Join Us at the Red Rocks Cultural Festival 2023

Amahoro Tours invites you to be part of the Red Rocks Cultural Festival 2023. Embrace the rhythm of Rwanda and take part in this cultural journey that will fill your heart with the joy of exploration and discovery. Let’s celebrate a decade of cultural heritage and community conservation together.

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EVENT SCHEDULE

Friday 25th Aug 2023, 2.00 pm – Festival Opening ceremony 

2.30 until 6.00 pm – Traditional Music and Dance 

7.00 pm until 10.00 pm Red Rocks Twataramye

26th Aug 2.00 PM – 6.00 PM

Village Talent show presented by Red Rocks – featuring  music and art performances by community youth and a dance fusion session for festival attendants 

Evening – Exhibition of the local products

7.00 pm until 10.00 pm. Red Rocks Twataramye

27th Aug

10.00 am Red Rocks morning group tour

2.00 pm Drum cycle session every day with local artisans.

7.00 pm Red Rocks Twataramye

28th Aug

10.00 am Red Rocks Initiative Study Tour 

2.00 pm until 6.00 pm Traditional Music and Dance

7.00 pm until 10.00 pm Red Rocks Twataramye

29th/30th Aug 

Debates on community conservation around the Virunga transboundary

10 AM Debates 

12.30 until 2.30 Lunch Red Rocks Group Tour

5.00 pm until 7.00 pm Cocktail and Networking

31st Aug. – Opening of Red Rocks Women and Youth Art Center 

With art classes and hands-on practical experience for participants alongside  touring the center + meeting the artisan session 

1st Sept.

Gorilla naming ceremony, and later in the evening join us at Mukungwa River Club side for the crazy night of the Gorillas party!

See What Our Guests Are Saying

star rating  Rwanda is Amazing - Had a fantastic experience with Amahoro tours (through jenman safaris).
We got to see such amazing wildlife in Rwanda as well as some cultural/historical places like the genocide memorial/the king's palace/hotel des milles collines. The gorilla and chimpanzee trekking were real highlights. Accommodations were excellent!

And of course, thank you to our guide/driver Mugabe in helping us get to our various locations and explaining various aspects about Rwanda!

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July 21, 2026

star rating  This is THE best tour company in Rwanda! - My husband and I had the absolute best experience with Amahoro Tours and highly recommend you book your Rwanda trip with them. Amos was extremely helpful and we fell in love with Rwanda in large part because we had such a great guide named Edmond who was very professional, prompt, and had a wealth of knowledge. He’s likely the best driver in the whole country so you should request him specifically! After visiting and working with other tour companies in Rwanda, Tanzania, and Zanzibar, we can confidently say Amahoro Tours was the best and we look forward to using them again in the future.

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January 10, 2026