About This Destination

Lake Kivu – Rwanda’s Secret Beach Destination Location: Western Rwanda (Borders DRC) Size: 2,700 km² (Africa’s 6th largest lake) Unique Feature: Methane gas extraction (energy project) Best Time to Visit: Year-round (June-August driest) Why Visit Lake Kivu in 2025? ✔ New luxury resorts opened along Rubavu coastline ✔ Island hopping tours to Napoleon’s Hat & Amahoro ✔ Safe swimming (bilharzia-free waters) ✔ Perfect add-on after gorilla trekking 2025 Top Experiences 🏝 Beach Relaxation Best beaches: Gisenyi Public Beach (renovated 2024) New Kivu Paradis beach club (infinity pool & water sports) 🚤 Island Adventures Napoleon’s Hat Island: Snorkeling & picnics Amahoro Island: Overnight glamping (new 2025) ☕ Coffee & Culture BUFCOFFEE Cooperative Tours (new tasting room) Imbabazi Orphanage Visit (Rosamond Carr’s legacy) 🚴 Lakeside Cycling Rubavu to Kibuye Trail (75km scenic route) E-bike rentals now available 2025 Accommodation Highlights Luxury: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel (New spa upgrade) Cormoran Lodge (Overwater villas – opened 2024) Mid-Range: Inzu Lodge (Boutique hillside retreat) Budget: Rwiza Village (Beachfront bungalows) Getting There From Kigali: 3-4 hour drive From Volcanoes NP: 2.5 hour transfer New Water Taxis: Gisenyi-Kibuye direct route

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