About this experience
Leave Kigali City as early as 06h30, (or around 08h30 in case of late night booking) in the morning and drive for estimated 4 hours to enjoy the beautiful boat trip to Napoleon and other islands in Kivu lake. Enjoy lunch before heading northward and head back to Kigali city via the Northern province’s Musanze town.
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At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
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Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- A professional driver-guide
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- 1 x One-course basis lunch per person and 1 x Drink person with lunch (a soft drink or a local beer)
- Boat trip admission to Napoleon and other islands in Kivu lake
- Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali city
- 220-240V electrical current for phones and portable devices
- Shared transport, Or private if opted
Not included
- Breakfast not included
- Non-local drinks with lunch
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
Itinerary and highlights
As you reach Kibuye, a boat will take you for a water trip to Napoleon island, Monkey and Peace islands in Kivu lake. While in the waters of Kivu lake, you will disembark the boat at Napoleon island and have a hike of the island to appreciate its beautiful views during the hike and at the summit. Back from the boat trip, enjoy a waterside lunch before heading north to Gisenyi town.
Along the way in Musanze, you will have a stop-over at Migano Cafe for leg stretching, using the washrooms before proceeding to Kigali.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick all our travelers. In the notes (or message), please provide the name of the hotel for pick-up or the street number of the house (place) anywhere in Kigali city.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Countryside Tours-Rwanda
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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