Rubavu (Gisenyi)
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Rwanda Western Province 2 tours

Rubavu (Gisenyi)

Lake Kivu beach town with black-sand beaches, hot springs and DRC border views.

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Country

Rwanda

Region

Western Province

Best time

June–September, December–February

About Rubavu (Gisenyi)

Rubavu (formerly Gisenyi) is Rwanda's Lake Kivu beach resort — a relaxed town of lakeside resorts, black-sand swimming beaches, and volcanic hot springs along the shore. A 90-minute drive from Volcanoes NP makes it the natural 'beach add-on' after gorilla trekking.

Highlights

  • Lake Kivu beaches
  • Hot springs on the lakeshore
  • DRC Goma border views
  • Start of the Congo Nile Trail
  • Serves Volcanoes NP as a beach add-on

Best time to visit

June–September, December–February

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Lake Kivu & Congo Nile Trail Hike — 5 Days
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$1490/pp
5 days / 4 nights
Adventure & Active Moderate

Lake Kivu & Congo Nile Trail Hike — 5 Days

Rubavu beaches, Karongi islands, and 3 sections of the 227 km Congo Nile Trail.

  • ✓Private 4×4 vehicle with experienced driver-guide for all road transfers
  • ✓4 nights full-board accommodation in Kivu lakeshore resorts and lodges
  • ✓Mountain bikes with helmets and repair kit, or trekking poles and daypack support
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