Overview
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13 hours
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We provide a lifetime experience as we bring you closer to community.
Comfort is our priority as our cars Suit any terrain.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
What To Expect
Musanze District
Depart from Kigali after briefing from a Silverbird representative at 07:00am. 1 Stop will be waterfall where you’ll stop for photography thereafter to the Gorilla guardians . A group of reformed poachers.. for culture village, traditional dance, etc...
Lake Kivu
Previously known as Gisenyi – is a large town on the northern edge of Lake Kivu, an hour’s drive from Volcanoes National Park and the perfect place to relax after gorilla guardians and culture village. Once a colonial beach resort of note, Rubavu’s waterfront is lined with fading old mansions, hotels and trendy bars on the lakeshore, ideal for sundowner cocktails.
Options
1 day Trip to Lake kivu beach
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Lake Kivu boat trip to Island for pregnant girls, BRALIRWA BREWERY and close border of DR Congo
Lunch
Guiding
Ground transportation
Gorilla guardians community
All Entry fees and Taxes
Gratitude to the guide and souvenirs
Pickup points
The Memory Makers Hospitality Service
24 Kg 566 St Kigali Rwanda
Nobilis Hotel & Apartments
40 St 2 Kn Kigali Rwanda
Ezra Boutique Villa
622 St Kg, House No 11 Kigali Rwanda
Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali
KG 2 Roundabout Kigali Rwanda
Lemigo Hotel
624 St Kg, Kimihurura - Rugando Kigali Rwanda
Ninzi Hill Hotel
Bp 378, Kacyiru Kigali Rwanda
Kigali Intl. Airport
Kigali Rwanda
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Why did I choose Lake Kivu?
Voyager13074275197,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00After months of searching for an off-the-beaten-track trip, I discovered Lake Kivu through breathtaking photos and stories of amazed travelers. this lake promises breathtaking scenery, rich culture and rare tranquility. Spoiler: he exceeded all my expectations!
Great experience!
Companion05218056680,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Gorilla Guardians Village was an amazing experience. Jonathan was an excellent host, thoroughly guiding us, so at the end of the day we got a glimpse of this fantastic country with welcoming people and such a clean environment. The views were great. The boat trip was nice. Well done!
A Good Day!
O9255NWgeorget,Oct 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This was an amazing view if the REAL Rwandan countryside. Can't believe how clean everything was and the pride the citizens take in their land. Johnathan was a great driver! The lake was awesome, in spite of the thunderstorm. All in all, a wonderful day. Fully recommended.
Fantastic day trip to Lake Kivu
T573PGdirks,Jul 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Lake Kivu tour was a great day trip and is highly recommended. From the fun visit of the gorilla guardians village to the stunning boat ride on Lake Kivu it was a perfect day. Lunch at the restaurant was tasty and plenty. Jonathan is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide.
Book this tour!!!
Sophia H,Jul 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Visiting Lake Kivu was amazing! Our tour guide was well informed and showed us the best photo spots!
Amazing day trip to Lake Kivu with beautiful stops
Q2810TIlenak,May 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip included a full day of activities from Kigali all the way to Lake Kivu. The tour guide Jonathan was conversational and friendly, and he provided helpful and interesting information about Rwanda's landscapes, culture, and history. Throughout the day, we stopped by a waterfall, drove through the Volcano National Park, stopped by the Gorilla Guardian Village (one of my favorite parts of the day), passed by a tea plantation, enjoyed beautiful views of the volcanos and hills of Northwest Rwanda, and enjoyed a nice lunch, Hotsprings experience, and sunset boat ride on Lake Kivu. I would highly recommend Silverbird Tours Agency and Jonathan!
Perfect Experience - Highly Recommended
sgX7560RV,Feb 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Once you arrive at Kivu Lake, your breath will be taken by how massive and beautiful the lake and views are. We even got a chance to sit in the hot spring! We ended our day at El Classico Beach Restaurant, to say the food was delicious is an understatement. Our guide was great! Fiacre was knowledgeable and safe. Communication with Silver Bird Tours was easy, highly recommend the company and guide.
Beautiful lake trip!
DazzelBrazell,Feb 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jonathan was a great guide! Very friendly and caring. The village has some interesting portions, but was a little gimmicky for my taste. The TripAdvisor/Viator listing needs to be updated, because you do not visit the hot springs or a tea plantation. Lake Kivu, however was stunning and the boat ride was very serene. Also, it should be noted just the drive from Kigali to the lake is quite beautiful - driving through the countryside you get to see many different facets of Rwanda.
Amazing daytrip including a lot of experiences
Trond37,Feb 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silverbird Tours helped me plan a daytrip from Kigali to Lake Kivu and then delivering me at the airport at the end. The company is wonderful to work with - thry reply fast by e-mail, give advice and are totally reliable. The driver, Justin, was great at making conversation, explaining and giving good inside information about the country. In this trip I saw coffee and tea plantations, views of landscape and scenery, traditional dancing, tasted local food and experienced Lake Kivu. The whole daytrip gave me so much impressions and it was a fantastic way to see Rwanda.
Inspiring and grounding experience
minoltan,Dec 31, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole experience was enlightening. I love the Gorrilla Guardians Village tour the most - getting to learn about their traditional customers and partaking in some of them. Jonathan was an amazing driver and guide. He is a great conversationalist and his passion for Rwanda was very infectious.
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