For tours in Rwanda’s tourist destinations, consult African Travellers Ltd for the best vacations. We are dedicated to serving all tourists both local and international with our expertise and experience. We offer packages ranging from economy to mid-range classes at affordable rates. We provide you with a guide to visit Lake Kivu located in the west of Rwanda 98 km from the capital city, Kigali. A visit to lake Kivu gives you a chance to enjoy some peace and quiet, the water is warm, pure, and full of life.

Lake Kivu is beautiful scenery, its surface is covered by deep emerald green waters and surrounded by glorious mountains. You can take boat cruises on the lake from Kibuye to nearby islands such as Amahoro known as the one bar island simply because it only has one bar on it and Napoleon Island which has a fruit bats colony. You may also choose to relax on the public beach on the lakeshore or visit hotels that have private beaches and offer water sport options. The water sports on lake Kivu include fishing, Kayaking, canoeing, and boat rides.

You can visit the towns along the lakeshore; Cyangugu, Gisenyi, and Kibuye, and interact with the locals. Gisenyi boasts of its delightful nature complete with vanishing colonial and outstanding hotels and local-brewed lagers front. It also is home to the Imbazazi orphanage that was formed due to the genocide and has since hosted thousands of orphans and is welcoming to interested visitors. Cyangugu is also a welcoming town to visitors but is more a border town, travelers visit on their way to Nyungwe National Park. Kibuye town is also one to visit providing an understanding of the rural life of Rwandans. It also has a route for fun activities such as bicycling and hiking.