Kigali Peace Marathon
Run for peace in the land of a thousand hills
About This Event
Experience the Kigali Peace Marathon in Rwanda's beautiful capital — the land of a thousand hills. Our package includes overland coach transport with a stopover in Kampala, Uganda, plus 3 nights in Kigali. Optionally visit the War Memorial on a self-sponsored tour.
Highlights
- Overland journey through Uganda to Rwanda
- 1 night stopover in Kampala
- 3 nights in Kigali
- Optional War Memorial tour
- Flight options available on request
Start with a curated tier — or build your own
Every package includes the full Trek service layer at no extra cost — race registration, bib delivery, on-ground support.
Essential
Trek coach with 1 night Kampala stopover + sharing room in Kigali for 3 nights.
From
Ksh 30,000
- Race Registration & Bib Handling
- Trek Overland Coach (Nairobi → Kampala → Kigali return)
- Sharing Room (4 nights, per person)
Explorer
The most chosen package — Essential plus the Kigali Genocide Memorial tour and AMREF cover.
From
Ksh 33,300
- Race Registration & Bib Handling
- Trek Overland Coach (Nairobi → Kampala → Kigali return)
- Sharing Room (4 nights, per person)
- Kigali Genocide Memorial tour
- AMREF medical evacuation cover
Ultimate
Private room, Trek coach, Memorial tour, AMREF cover, and the Trek race tee.
From
Ksh 40,800
- Race Registration & Bib Handling
- Trek Overland Coach (Nairobi → Kampala → Kigali return)
- Single Room (4 nights)
- Kigali Genocide Memorial tour
- AMREF medical evacuation cover
- Trek branded race t-shirt
What's Included
- Race registration handled by Trek (we register you directly with organizers)
- Bib collection from race HQ
- Bib delivery to your hotel in Kigali
- On-ground Trek contact for the full 5-day trip
- Race-day logistics support
- Accommodation (as per your selection)
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Coach transport with 1 night Kampala stopover (if you book Trek Coach)
- Border crossing assistance
Not Included
- Flights (if you self-fly)
- Fuel (if you self-drive)
- Lunches and dinners
- Uganda & Rwanda visas (required for non-EAC nationals)
- Kigali Genocide Memorial tour (optional add-on)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Everything you need to plan this trip
Fitness Level
Kigali Peace Marathon is a hilly course — 'land of a thousand hills' isn't just marketing. The 42K has significant elevation. If you're a flat-course runner, add hill work to your training for 6-8 weeks before the trip.
Prerequisites
- Regular running base of at least 25km/week
- Hill training in the 8 weeks before the trip
- Heat/altitude tolerance (Kigali is 1,500m)
Visa & Entry
Visa-free for East African Community residents in both Uganda (transit) and Rwanda. Kenyan passport holders cross both borders with just a passport and yellow fever card — no visas, no fees.
What you need
- Valid passport (6 months remaining)
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
Non-EAC travellers: Uganda e-visa USD 50 (apply 2–3 weeks ahead at visas.immigration.go.ug). Rwanda visa-on-arrival USD 50 in USD cash. The East African Tourist Visa (USD 100) is also available — covers Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda on a single multi-entry visa for 90 days.
Packing List
Pack for 5 days across Nairobi, Kampala, and Kigali. Mild temperatures everywhere.
Running gear
- Running shoes
- 2 pairs running socks
- Shorts or tights
- 2 tech tees
- Cap + sunglasses
Travel documents
- Passport (6mo validity)
- Uganda e-visa printout
- USD cash ($50 for Rwanda visa + extras)
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Travel insurance
Casual wear
- 3-4 casual outfits
- Light jacket for Kigali evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Swimwear (hotel pool)
Frequently Asked Questions
Kenyan and EAC passport holders: no visa for either. Other nationalities: Uganda is e-visa ($50, apply at visas.immigration.go.ug), Rwanda is visa-on-arrival ($50 USD cash). The Trek coach crosses both borders — we walk you through the process.
Kigali sits at ~1,500m. Nowhere near altitude sickness territory, but it can feel a bit thin for first-timers from sea level. The course is rolling (Kigali = 'land of a thousand hills'). Expect some quad burn.
Yes — emotionally. The Kigali Genocide Memorial is solemn and detailed. It's powerful and we recommend it for context, but it's optional. Children under 13 may find it too much.
Nairobi to Kampala: ~8 hours. Overnight stop. Kampala to Kigali: ~9 hours. Total: ~17 hours on the road split across 2 days. Comfortable reclining seats, rest stops every 2 hours.
The Trek Difference
At no extra cost, with every booking
Race registration handled by Trek
We register you directly with the event organizer. No wrestling with foreign websites or payment forms.
Bib collection from race HQ
We collect your bib from the race expo. No queueing on race eve while your legs cramp.
Bib delivered to your hotel room
Your bib will be waiting for you at reception the day before the race. One less thing to worry about.
Dedicated Trek contact on-site
A local Trek team member is on the ground throughout your trip. Local SIM, local knowledge, real support.
Race-day logistics support
Transport to the start line, cheer zones, recovery meal coordination — we sweat the small stuff so you don't.
Whether you bus, drive, or fly
All of the above is included at no extra cost — even if you arrange your own transport. That's the Trek way.