Authentic Banana Beer Brewing Experience: An Immersive Traditional Rwandan Activity
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Gakenke
Experience the authentic process of brewing banana beer in Rwanda. From collecting green bananas to burying them for ripening, learn the traditional techniques and enjoy the final product at a local pub.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
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What's Included
  • Bottled water provided
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Banana juice, with or without the fun addition of beer, has been a core element of Rwandan celebrations including weddings for a long time. Even though you can conveniently purchase banana juice from a nearby store today, the traditional method of brewing it yourself is a much more rewarding endeavor.

In the early hours of the day, you’ll join your rural host to gather the green bananas and leaves necessary to initiate the process. Following this, you’ll dig a pit and bury the bananas allowing them to mature over time.

Post a hearty meal with your hospitable host family, you’ll go to the tap to fill up water. Though the maturation process takes about four days, don’t fret- you won’t be required to wait. Your hosts will have some pre-buried bananas ready for you to excavate. You’ll then peel, squish, and filter the bananas employing conventional methods, and there you have it- your own genuine banana juice.

The day winds up at the local pub where the beer is brewed and sold to the locals, making it convenient for you to savor and take home.

Location
Gakenke
Near Nemba Hospital,3 minutes drive from Gakenke center.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Nontokozo_m
Sep 25, 2023
Traditional banana brewing - The guide was exceptional. Professional, knowledgeable and so Informative. I enjoyed the process, it was authentic and good value for money.
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