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Rwanda's best days out.
The 12 best lake kivu trips in Rwanda, with what each day actually involves, the operators who run them, and what you can expect to pay.
Private Lake Kivu boat trip from Gisenyi: hillside views, Karongi/Rubavu islands, Nyamyumba hot springs, and optional night fishing.
“The lake is beautiful with some islands and birds. The captain and the tour guide miss Giselle was wonderful, very friendly and experienced, her passionate commentary was so impressive”
Lake Kivu day trip from Kigali with waterfall stops, Gorilla guardians culture, boat ride, hot spring time, and BRALIRWA brewery views.
“It is truly a lovely ride thru the hilly terrain of Rwanda. We stop at a small waterfall along the way to Lake Kivu as well as cultural village for a glimpse of Rwandan history. The village was most interesting. We had a nice lunch along the lake prioRead more”
A small-group day trip from Kigali to Lake Kivu’s islands with a boat ride, Napoleon Island hike, wildlife spotting, and lakeview lunch.
“This is a great day trip from Kigali. The landscape is visually stunning and you are able to see Rwandan rural life.”
Private Lake Kivu day trip from Kigali with 4x4 pickup, boat ride, hot springs, Iby’iwacu culture village, and key stops included.
“My husband and I had a great time! Our 1 day Curtual Adventure Tour in Lake Kivu began with a drive to Lake Kivu where we experienced wonderful scenery of Rwanda. Aves, our guide was friendly and he were very knowledgeable which he sRead more”
5 days in Rwanda with Kigali history, Volcanoes National Park gorillas and golden monkeys, plus calm Lake Kivu boating and lakeside time.
“I had a phenomenal experience through Shalom safaris. We had an unforgettable memories. From Tour guiding, car, hotels, Food packages all along! I really encourage everyone to visit Rwanda with Shalom Safaris. They go beyond expectation’s!”
One-day Lake Kivu hike, island boat cruise, Napoleon Island sunset, and a coffee plantation visit with pickup from Kigali for $260.
“A fantastic day out! As a solo traveller it was a wonderful experience to see the beautiful hills outside of the city, the Lake was so peaceful and we managed to see a lot of wildlife including cows, monkeys, lots of birds and bats. Lunch was amazing!!!! And most of all thank you to Arnaud,…”
Small-group 3-day trip from Kigali to Nyungwe canopy and Lake Kivu, with island hikes and night fishing, plus transfers and lodging.
“I really enjoyed this nature vacation-adventure. I had been to Lake Kivu before so Olivier kindly helped me to customize this trip with an early-morning chimpanzee trek in Nyungwe Park. The ever-present views of Kivu and other lakes were soRead more”
Private Nyamyumba Hot Springs soak, Lake Kivu boat to Napoleon Island, plus Gisenyi sights and petite barrière on a guided day trip.
“This small town is located on the banks of magnificent Lake Kivu, one of the greatest lakes in Albertine Rift Valley and one of the deepest and voluminous Lakes in the world. The stretches of sandy beach, Democratic Republic of Congo on the oRead more”
Lake Kivu day trip from Kigali: Ndaba Rock legends, boat to Napoleon Islands, hike, lunch by the water, museum or coffee.
“Beautiful Lodge on the edge of Lake Kivu, Stunning views, I was staying with my Daughter and family in Rubengera, so we went a for dinner at this venue three times. Food was good, although the menu is rather limited, but considering the remoteness, I’m not surprised, Pretty Rustic Hotel.”
See Rwanda’s mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, twin lakes in Burera/Ruhondo, and a Lake Kivu boat ride from Kigali.
“I had an incredible experience with East African Jungle Safaris! As a solo woman traveler, I was a bit nervous, but I had an incredible time with my guide, Ronald. The sites were beautifulll and I really enjoyed the food and my accommodations.”
Enjoy an 8-hour Lake Kivu cruise from Kigali with a 4x4 Land Cruiser ride, hotel lunch, Napoleon Island bat hike, and scenic island views.
“Loved that our guide had so much knowledge and was willing to share it all . We saw so many animals that day that it was magical”
Boat cruise around Rwanda’s Twin Lakes Bulera and Ruhondo, plus Rugezi swamp birding and a stop at Ntaruka hydropower.
“I recently had an exceptional experience with Beyond the Gorillas tours. My guide was John. There was a switch in guides the morning of because the first tour guide was running late. This was swiftly corrected by providing a different guide for Read more”
