Abstract:
In numerous places of the world, tourism had been failing to meet expectations contrasted with the
characteristic legacy the nation is supplied with. Something uncovered as the purpose of under
execution is meagre transportation frameworks.
This study examined the role of transport in tourism in Rwanda. In that way the study focused on;
understanding the structure of transport and tourism sectors in Rwanda, determine the role of
transport in tourism and to identify challenges facing by transport companies in servicing tourism.
The literature proved that transportation needs for tourism promotion and tourism development
among others. Even if transport is like the backbone of the tourism, they still found limited
transport supply in Rwanda. It still found a smaller number of tourists in the rainy season due to
land sliding.
A sample of 30 transport operators were selected from the total population using simple random
method. Therefore; 9 transport companies, 5 travel agencies and 16 tour companies were selected
among 81transport operators in Rwanda. The results from this study revealed that the transport
structure in Rwanda is mainly based on roads, which is most used for passenger and goods as well.
Currently there are in Rwanda 7 working airdromes and one international Airport. A project of
constructing Bugesera airport is in process to improve air transport mode. Water transport is
mainly made at Lake Kivu, river and other lakes located in different location. Most of transport
companies are grouped in companies and cooperatives. It was found that quickly progress in
transport industry and advanced technologies enables tourists to explore diverse places in Rwanda.
To sum up, it will be better if there is; renovation of transport infrastructure, to increase roads and
air transportation, and building aerodromes in many district of Rwanda in order to enhance
