Overview
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3 days
Mobile ticket
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
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
Day 1: Gisenyi (Brasserie) to Cyimbiri
Accommodations
Overnight at Cyimbiri Base Camp This is a guesthouse on the Congo-Nile trail, beautiful and quiet just on the lakeside.
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)
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
Day 3: 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
Visa to Rwanda
Pickup points
INZU Lodge
Rubavu Rwanda
The Palm Beach Resort
Rubavu Gisenyi Rwanda
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
Great experience - perfect organized
883ulij,Jun 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Guided by a perfect guide Alex. You are VIP and your wishes are important for him. Everything is perfectly organised. You have guest houses. If you need a porter for your luggage, they will find one for you. Its a good choice to start hiking in Africa. I will come back and will book again with Darius. Don´t hesitate to contact him before you start with all your questions. He can help you with organising for your special wishes. Pick up at the hotel., trail, etc. It´s your vacation. Thanks a lot for these wonderful days.
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