Role of transport in tourism in rwanda – a survey of selected travel companies

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