Category Rwandan Craft & Artisan Workshops

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The 6 Best Craft Workshops in Rwanda

6 reviewed

Agaseke baskets coiled tight enough to hold water, imigongo panels built up in ash and clay, pots turned by hand at a women’s cooperative. These 6 workshops are compared on how much you make yourself versus watch, how long each session runs, whether you keep the piece, and what the cooperative gets from the price you pay.

Kigali: Traditional Basket Weaving in a Garden

Kigali: Traditional Basket Weaving in a Garden - What You Make in Two Hours, and What to Expect Take-Home

1.Traditional Basket Weaving in a Garden

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 2 hours · from $30Top of the list

Learn traditional Kigali basket weaving in a garden setting, guided by Rwandan women. Make a souvenir and hear the cultural stories.

“Great fun activity our guides were very good at weaving. Cool souvenir to take home as well. I was the only male but still had a good time and made myself a coaster for my beers at home. They even ran a bit overtime for us to make sure we finished The coffee shop it was done at was very nice as well. Would recommend treating yourself to a coffee there.”

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Kigali: Choose Your Traditional Craft Experiences

Kigali: Choose Your Traditional Craft Experiences - Basket weaving mastery in your hands

2.Choose Your Traditional Craft Experiences

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $30Highest rated

Pick a traditional craft in Kigali for 2 hours, from basket weaving to pottery, beading, painting, plus artisan stories and community impact.

“We had a fantastic time with this event. The class was great and our teacher was very nice and informative. Everyone at the gallery was incredibly welcoming. We will be returning for another class soon! We definitely recommend for anyone visiting Kigali.”

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A Day in the Life of a Local Artisan

A Day in the Life of a Local Artisan - Getting to the village, and what to watch for

3.A Day in the Life of a Local Artisan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $90

Day with Kigali artisan family, village chores, vegetarian lunch, and a one-on-one sisal weaving lesson, limited to six.

“We spent a night and a day in the village. What an experience! The visit in the village gives an insight to the rural daily life in Rwanda. The women of the cooperative that hosted us where so friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed every minute of tRead more”

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Kigali: Traditional Kubumba Pottery Making with Local Women

Kigali: Traditional Kubumba Pottery Making with Local Women - How the 1-hour session actually unfolds

4.Traditional Kubumba Pottery Making with Local Women

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

Make Kubumba pottery in Kigali with local women. A hands-on 1-hour workshop, a take-home piece, plus community support.

“I booked this activity for my 8 year-old twin daughters. Initially, I was concerned about whether or not it would be age appropriate, but it was absolutely perfect and our guide was WONDERFUL with them! She had so much patience and took extra care with each of them, allowing them space to work on the pottery themselves while equally providing guidance to ensure they crafted a nice keepsake. It was quite a joy-filled morning! She really seemed to delight in them and they truly enjoyed themselves! The activity takes place at a beautiful coffee shop and a complimentary drink is included with the pottery purchase price, up to 3500 RWF.…”

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Kigali:Traditional Imigongo Painting with an Incredible View

Kigali:Traditional Imigongo Painting with an Incredible View - Mountain Rebero views and the studio/gallery setup

5.Traditional Imigongo Painting with an Incredible View

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Hands-on Imigongo painting in Kigali with local artists, history lessons, gallery tour, and a take-home artwork with mountain views.

“It’s always nice to try and learn new local activites. I had a very inspiring teacher that I recommend. He had a great knowledge about different techniques. It’s situated in a beautiful park with a great view when sky is clear. It was a bit hard to find the location.”

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Painting with Delicious Coffee

Painting with Delicious Coffee - The 2-hour flow: from freehand paper to painted canvas

6.Painting with Delicious Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Coffee-themed painting class in Kigali Province. 2 hours, $30, all supplies and guidance included. Paper sketches, then canvas color work.

“It was a new experience for me at the hands of young Rwandans and I really enjoyed it”

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