This amazing 3-Day Lake Kivu Tour gives you enough time to enjoy the beauty of this great lake, located on the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Lake Kivu offers many activities, including swimming, community visits, boat cruises, biking, sunbathing, and beach experiences.
The tour also includes a visit to notable places in Kigali City, such as the Kigali Genocide Memorial, the National Museum, local markets, and art galleries.
3-Day Lake Kivu Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Transfer to Lake Kivu from Kigali
- Day 2: Full Day at Lake Kivu
- Day 3: Return to Kigali, City Tour, and Drop-off at the Airport
Detailed 3-Day Lake Kivu Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Lake Kivu from Kigali
Your driver/guide will meet you at an agreed point, either at your hotel or the airport. After a briefing, begin your journey to the west of Rwanda, heading to Kibuye. The drive takes about 5 to 6 hours, with well-planned stopovers along the way.
Upon arrival, take a short tour of Lake Kivu by walking along its shores. Lake Kivu is one of Africa’s great lakes, known for its beautiful beaches, perfect for relaxing and unwinding.
Day 2: Full Day at Lake Kivu
Enjoy a leisurely day starting with breakfast at your hotel. Visit Kibuye City and take a boat cruise to explore community projects, participate in sport fishing, and enjoy a sand beach tour while taking in the fresh air.
You may also take a tea plantation tour, where you can learn about harvesting. Return to the resort beach to relax, marking the end of your day.
Day 3: Return to Kigali, City Tour, and Drop-off at the Airport
After breakfast, leave Lake Kivu and head back to Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda. Take an optional city tour, visiting notable places like the Rwanda Genocide Memorial, local markets, museums, shopping malls, and art and craft centers.
Later, be dropped off at Kigali International Airport, marking the end of your 3-Day Lake Kivu Tour.
