Explore the Enchanting ISAR BAMBOO Forest

Getting There

• Walking

  Start your journey from the center of Butare, near the National Museum of Rwanda. Head south on Avenue de l’Indépendance until you reach the intersection with Rue de l’Unité. Turn left onto Rue de l’Unité and continue walking for about 1 kilometer until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Avenue du 1er Novembre. Walk straight for another 1.5 kilometers until you see signs for Ruhashya. Follow the signs and take a right turn onto a smaller path leading towards the bamboo forest. Continue walking for approximately 500 meters, and you will find the ISAR BAMBOO Forest on your left.

• Bicycle

  If you have access to a bicycle, rent one from a local shop in Butare. Start from the National Museum of Rwanda and head south on Avenue de l’Indépendance. After about 1 kilometer, turn left onto Rue de l’Unité. Cycle along this road for approximately 1 kilometer until you reach the roundabout. Take the second exit onto Avenue du 1er Novembre and continue cycling straight for about 1.5 kilometers. Look for signs to Ruhashya, and take a right turn onto a smaller road. The ISAR BAMBOO Forest will be about 500 meters down this path on your left.

• Public Transport (Moto Taxi)

  From the center of Butare, you can take a moto taxi to ISAR BAMBOO Forest. Head to a nearby moto taxi stand, often located near the National Museum. Inform the driver that you are going to ISAR BAMBOO Forest in Ruhashya. The ride should take about 15-20 minutes depending on traffic. The driver will drop you off at the entrance of the forest, where you can begin your exploration.