An international holiday does not always require a complicated visa application or a long flight.
For citizens and visitors travelling between Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda, regional agreements have made certain journeys simpler.
Can You Travel Using a National ID?
Kenyan, Ugandan and Rwandan citizens can use valid national identification documents to travel between the three countries.
This means an eligible Kenyan citizen can travel to Uganda or Rwanda without first obtaining a passport. The arrangement is intended to support easier movement and regional integration.
Carry the original ID rather than a photocopy. You should also confirm transport company requirements before departure, especially when travelling by air.
The ID arrangement applies to qualifying citizens. Expats, international students and foreign visitors still need the appropriate passport and immigration permission.
Understanding the East Africa Tourist Visa
The East Africa Tourist Visa allows eligible international visitors to travel through Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda on a single visa.
It costs US$100, remains valid for 90 days and permits multiple entries while the traveller stays within the three participating countries. Your first entry must be through the country that issued the visa.
This option works well for international travellers who want to combine a Kenyan safari, Uganda’s adventure destinations and Rwanda’s cultural or wildlife attractions.
Try the Classic Overland Route
Begin in Nairobi before travelling west towards Uganda.
Stop in Jinja for rafting, boat trips and time around the Source of the Nile. Continue through Kampala or spend a night near Lake Bunyonyi before crossing into Rwanda.
Finish in Kigali with a city tour, local dining, markets and a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial.
An organised group tour removes much of the stress. Your operator coordinates border stops, accommodation, luggage handling, transport and activities while you focus on the journey.
Regional travel can be affordable, social and easier than many first-time travellers expect.
Take advantage of borderless travel. Book our overland group joining tours to Uganda and Rwanda today.
