Rwanda · LAKE KIVU & GISENYI TOURS
15 reviewed
Kivu is the rest day, and Gisenyi is where most people take it: hot springs, island boats, a coffee washing station on the shore, and fishermen who go out singing at dusk. These 15 trips are compared on boat time, whether lunch is on an island or in town, and which combine the lake with the drive back through the volcanoes.
Private boat on Lake Kivu from Gisenyi, Rwanda, with Nyamyumba hot springs and optional coffee, night fishing, and massage.
“We truly enjoyed the night fishing experience with Salama!”
Private Lake Kivu day trip from Kigali with waterfall photos, tea and culture at Gorilla Guardians, a lake boat ride, and hot spring time.
“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”
One-day Lake Kivu boat ride plus island hike from Kigali, with small-group transfers, wildlife spotting tips, and waterside lunch included.
“The driver was excellent- an honest, knowledgeable, safe, and fun driver to spend the day with! I highly recommend this tour.”
A private Lake Kivu day trip from Kigali with 4x4 transport, a boat ride, hot springs, Gisenyi views, and Iby’iwacu culture.
“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, gorillas and golden monkeys at Volcanoes National Park, plus Kigali history and Lake Kivu sunset boating.
“The tour was awesome. The team did their best to make our trip unforgettable and unique. Lisa organized an amazing 7-day tour. Our driver Muhammad was both professional and approachable at all times. Alain, the owner, and another memRead more”
Boat cruise from Kibuye on Lake Kivu with island hopping, monkey and bird encounters, swimming options, and local history from expert guides.
“We had a great time with Patrick in lake Kivu. He picked us up on time and took a tour visiting 4 islands. He shared with us a lot of interesting things about the nature around the people living around. The lake and places we stopped where beautiful. An amazing peacefRead more”
Small-group Nyungwe canopy walk plus Lake Kivu island hikes and night fishing, with Kigali transfers, meals, and transfers included.
“I would highly recommend the three-Day Nyungwe Canopy and Kivu Lake Adventure with Countryside Tours- Rwanda. We had such a great time exploring new parts of this beautiful country. Our tour guide, Jean-Paul was so friendly, accomRead more”
Private Gisenyi tour with Honorio Tours: Mount Rubavu WWII hike, border life, culture dances, bats, and lunch.
“I had an amazing time getting to see the city, its people and culture. Honorio, my tour guard, has a wealth of knowledge about the area. He made me feel welcome and did everything possible to make my experience a pleasant one.”
5 days in Rwanda with gorilla trekking in Volcanoes NP, twin lakes visits, Lake Kivu boat ride and swim
“I had an excellent trip with East African Jungle safaris, with a 5 night/6 day trip around Rwanda tailored to my needs (following a conference in Kigali). I visited Nyungwe forest, Lake Kivu, and Volcano national park. EAJS obtained all the perRead more”
8-hour Lake Kivu cruise day trip from Kigali with 4x4 transport, lunch at a hotel, and a Napoleon Island hike to spot fruit bats.
“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”
Soak Nyamyumba hot springs, cruise Lake Kivu to Napoleon Island, then tour Gisenyi and the petite barriere. Private guide, lunch.
“Ever wondered meandering around a hilly terrain for 3 hours drive to the key sites of this package, then you would want to miss this one day tour.”
Four days hiking Rwanda’s Congo Nile Trail from Gisenyi to Kibuye with Lake Kivu views, villages, coffee breaks, and included meals.
“Thank you Honoré for your much effort to make our trip memorable the way I never thought it would be. I will definitely contact you once I comeback to East Africa and assist us in enjoying the region. Are you planning your trip to Rwanda I definitely recommend #honoriotours he will make understand much more about Rwanda, East Africa and Africa in general.”
3-hour boat cruise on Rwanda’s twin lakes Bulera and Ruhondo, birding at Rugezi swamp, lunch, water, and a Ntaruka power stop.
“My husband and I came to Rwanda to see a bit of Kigali and to do two gorilla treks.”
Half-day Lake Kivu boat ride, hands-on coffee processing at a washing station, and a hot-spring return from Kibuye, Rwanda.
“Great day with Shema and his team. Unforgettable boat trip and sunset with fishermen. We climbed napoleon Island and got to know everything about coffee”
Lake Kivu 1-day cruise from Kigali to Karongi, Ndaba Rock stories, boat to Amahoro and Napoleon Islands, lunch and coffee farming.
“We took this tour with 1000 Hills Safaris LTD. It was a great program . The guide driver Augustine was a great tour guide and he had an in depth experience with the places we visited . He took good care of us during the entire tour. The vehicle they used was a comfortable SRead more”
