Overview
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3 days
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Located in the western province of Rwanda, a country of thousand hills, The Congo Nile Trail is a 227 km trail along lake Kivu forming Kivu belt as it extends from Rubavu, continues through Rutsiro, then Karongi, up to Nyamasheke and ends at Rusizi District.
The 3 days walk will give you a memorable experience and most important get to know the beauty of Rwanda including Coffee, Banana plantations, fishing experience and learn more about the source of Nile River.
Additional Info
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Gisenyi (Brasserie) to Cyimbiri
Accommodations
Overnight at Cyimbiri Guest House
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Nyamyumba Hot Springs
Starting at 7:00 AM, we take a direction to Cyimbiri village, a trip that normally takes between 6 to 7 hours walking. On our way, you will enjoy the beauty of Lake Kivu, especially the landscapes, islands and not forgetting the agricultural activities including banana plantations, coffee, beans, and cassava)
Visit Lake Kivu Boat tour & Adventure
Starting at 7:00 AM, we take a direction to Cyimbiri village, a trip that normally takes between 6 to 7 hours walking. On our way, you will enjoy the beauty of Lake Kivu, especially the landscapes, islands and not forgetting the agricultural activities including banana plantations, coffee, beans, and cassava)
On our way, we will visit a coffee factory whereby we will learn more on coffee plantation, harvesting, purchase, processing and drying until it gets to the final stage.
Cyimbiri to Kinunu
Accommodations
Kinunu basecamp It was built in the heart of a coffee plantation and offers a fascinating view of Lake Kivu.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Visit Lake Kivu Boat tour & Adventure
This morning, you will walk for 2 hours up to the nearby fishermen village called Nkora whereby you will meet local community drying and sale coffee. You will proceed to Kinunu basecamp and on your way, you will be enjoying good voices of birds, fishing activities, landscape, banana and coffee plantations. Overnight at Kinunu guest house
Kinunu to Congo Nile
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Visit Lake Kivu Boat tour & Adventure
Starting in the morning, you will walk for 8 hours up to Bumba basecamp, on your way, you will enjoy the landscapes and scenery around the lake Kivu, fishing activities and agricultural activities that include banana and coffee plantations without forgetting cassava and beans. Proceed to Kibuye, Gisenyi or Kigali
Options
3 Days Congo Nile trail Hike
Pickup included
What‘s Included
2 Nights Accommodation (Cyimbiri and Kinunu Base Camps)
Visa to Rwanda
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Congo Nile Trail
sazbyjunior,Aug 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot recommend this experience highly enough . My Guide , Alex , was good company , very knowledgeable and made sure to look after me well .He knew all about how to make the most of the trail in the time that I had . Communication with Sahili tours about the trip was efficient and accurate . Thanks !
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