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1 day Lake Kivu Adventure, Scenic Hike & Coffee Plantation Tour

About this experience

This tour combines nature, culture, and relaxation, offering a perfect blend of adventure and insight into Rwanda’s rich coffee heritage.
Experience the beauty of Lake Kivu on an adventure packed with excitement and relaxation! This tour combines scenic views, hiking, kayaking, cultural encounters, island visits, and a hands-on coffee plantation experience. Trek through lush landscapes, paddle across serene waters, explore charming islands, and dive into Rwanda’s rich coffee heritage.

Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers a unique blend of thrilling activities, cultural insights, and breathtaking scenery.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr
  • Private experience

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1 day Lake Kivu Adventure, Scenic Hike & Coffee Plantation Tour
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Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), French (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Hiking
  • Lunch
  • Pickup&Drop off
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Coffee plantation experience
  • Lake Kivu boat ride visiting the islands

Itinerary and highlights

Pick up from your place and transfer to Kibuye, Lake Kivu. Along the way, you'll discover why Rwanda' s nickname is the country of Thousand hills. Feel free to ask the drive guide for a stopover if you want to take a picture of a stunning views or just want to watch it a little longer.

Photoshoot at the scenic Ndaba-rock waterfall. A short stop-over on the way to Lake Kivu. This is a beautiful spot with mesmerising landscape of Hills, valleys and the historic waterfall. You will also find here some kids that play music with traditional instruments.

A complete coffee plantation experience, from seeding to the cup. You will learn, participate and understand how coffee is processed and how it has changed the lives of small farmers in Rwanda.

Boat ride visiting the island starting from a hike at Napoleon cap Island, an island in the middle of lake Kivu. A short hike for a 1.6km distance. The Island has tons of bats and birds. At the top of the Island you will get the panoramic view of the Lake and the Congo Nile.
-Peace Island for swimming, leisure activities and small trek for the velvet monkey. You will love watching the sunset over this beautiful Lake Kivu landscape.
-You might encounter swimming cows crossing from island to island.

After the packed day with lots of adventurous activities, The lunch will be awaiting you here. A beautiful Lake resort with scenic views and a variety of delicious food.

After lunch you can relax at the beach/ garden or go for a short walk in the nature.

Drive back to Kigali and drop of to your place

Meeting and pickup information

  • Feel free to let us know where you want to be picked up

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Vista Safaris

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Feel free to let us know where you want to be picked up
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), French (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 6+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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