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🌎  Tanzania 🇹🇿

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4.2
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📍  Rusumo Falls

✈️  Mchauru Airport (GIT)

🚗  261.7 KM

⏱️  5 hours

Rusumo Falls, situated on the Kagera River at the border between Tanzania and Rwanda, offers a quick and historically significant stop. It is readily accessible by road, primarily viewed from the Rusumo International Bridge, making it suitable for both solo travelers and those with guided tours. There are no significant seasonal restrictions, though rainfall can influence water volume, and it's generally accessible year-round. The cost of visiting is typically low, as viewing from the bridge is free, with expenses mainly limited to transportation. A typical visit lasts approximately 30 minutes to an hour, focused on observation and photography. Visitors should be mindful of its historical context related to the Rwandan Genocide and the active border crossing environment.