Lake Kivu Rwanda
Lake Kivu Rwanda ; Lake Kivu is one of the tourist attractions in Rwanda destination, located on the border between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, and is at the edge of the Albertine Rift, the western branch of the East Africa Rift. More so, Lake Kivu ranks as one of the African Great Lakes that empties into the Ruzizi River, which flows southwards into Lake Tanganyika.
Geographically, Lake Kivu estimates 42kilometers long and 50 kilometers at its precise surface area difficult. More so, the lake covers a total surface area of some2,700 square kilometers thus making it Africa’s eighth ‘’8th ‘’ largest lake. Well, the surface of the lake lies at a height of 1,460 meter above sea level. The lake offers a maximum depth of 475metre and a mean depth measures 220 meter, hence making it the world’s twentieth deepest lake by maximum depth, and the thirteenth deepest by mean depth.
Rubavu; Rubavu is previously referred as Gisenyi and known as a largest beautiful town on the northern rim of Lake Kivu. One visiting Volcanoes National Park can combine with a visit to Lake Kivu which takes an hour drive from the park to the lake. Most tourists prefer visiting the lake because it’s a perfect place to go for relaxation after tiresome Gorilla trekking experience. Take note, Rubavu’s waterfront is lined with excellent old mansions, hotels as well as enjoying sundowner cocktails.
Karongi; This is a famous site to go for beach lifestyle. It is renowned beach resort with hillsides covered in pines and eucalyptus serve as a backdrop to the sparkling lake. The area is sound of local fisherman singing carries across the water as they paddle in unison.
Rubavu is located in the north – the Congo Nile Trail extends 227 kilometers of scenic landscape all the way to Ruzizi in the south of Lake Kivu. The trail curves back and forth as it weaves through hills and mountains. Apart from the Lake with eucalyptus trees lining the road and inch of the hills are terraced with bananas.
Things to do at Lake Kivu Rwanda; Kayaking tour, Mountain biking, Hiking on the off beaten path stages of the spectacular Congo Nile Trail.
Kayaking
The best way to explore the coastline of Lake Kivu is to engage in Kayaking that allows you gaze up at the mountainous backdrop from the tranquility of the water.
While kayaking, you will enjoy bird viewing in and out of the bushes and also watching fisherman as they mend their nets on the shore during the day time. Enjoy sunset viewing among others.
You can enjoy boat paddling in safe water with no hippos or crocodiles.
Go kingfisher Journey which can be ranged from a couple of hours to numbery of days. Highlights to do, sunset kayak with the singing fishermen and adventuring the coffee island. It also offers stand up paddleboarding on Lake Kivu and Canoeing experience along the Mukungwa River in the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes and interesting trails to spot abundant with bird species. NB, the experience is advised to book in advance.
Cycling
Rwanda a sweat country of thousands hills which is a perfect destination for off the beaten track cycling with almost endless trails and roads. Cycling experience is one of the perfect way to explore Rwanda’s countryside on a bike is an authentic and experiential way to interact with the local people around and viewing of beautiful natural beauty.
The Africa Rising Cycling Centre is an outstanding home of the Rwandan cycling team. Along your visit on Rwanda Safaris, you can visit the ground for hiking a bicycle. The cycling activity can be done with team Rwanda, more rewarding.
Travelers can choose to combine a visit to Lake Kivu with gorilla trekking or golden monkey in Volcanoes National Park or golden monkey on Safari to Rwanda.
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