Visit Rwanda — A Beautiful Travel Companion App Built with React Native

October 19, 2025

This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by John Revis

Visit Rwanda is a mobile travel app built using React Native that helps users explore Rwanda’s most iconic destinations — from the majestic volcanoes and national parks to cultural treasures and vibrant city life.

Whether you’re planning your first trip to Rwanda or exploring hidden gems locally, this app makes discovering attractions, reading descriptions, and planning adventures seamless and visually appealing.

Features

Browse categories like Mountains, Parks, Tradition, and City Life

Discover destinations with beautiful photos and detailed information

View details such as distance, duration, weather, and price

Elegant, responsive UI built with Tailwind (NativeWind)

Fully cross-platform using React Native and Expo

Tech Stack

React Native (Expo Framework)

NativeWind (TailwindCSS for React Native)

React Navigation

Responsive Screen (react-native-responsive-screen)

Linear Gradient from Expo

Installation

To run the project locally:

Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/Revis047/VisitRwanda-mobileApp.git

Navigate into the project

cd VisitRwanda-mobileApp

Install dependencies

npm install

Run on Expo

npm start

Then, scan the QR code using the Expo Go app on your phone to preview the app instantly.

About the App

Rwanda, known as the Land of a Thousand Hills, is home to breathtaking landscapes, cultural heritage, and rich wildlife.
The Visit Rwanda App was built to celebrate these experiences and make exploration easier for travelers — both locals and visitors alike.

Lessons Learned

While building this app, I improved my understanding of:

Structuring a React Native app with reusable components

Designing responsive layouts for mobile devices

Using Expo LinearGradient and NativeWind for UI polish

Managing image assets and navigation between screens

Repository

Visit Rwanda on GitHub

If you like it, don’t forget to star the repo and share your feedback!

Final Thoughts

Building Visit Rwanda has been an amazing learning experience. I wanted to create something that reflects the beauty, culture, and adventure that Rwanda offers.

Stay tuned for upcoming updates — including Google Maps integration, user favorites, and offline mode for travelers on the go!

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