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1-Day Lake Kivu Boat Tour & Coffee Experience｜Rwanda
1-Day Lake Kivu Boat Tour & Coffee Experience｜Rwanda
1-Day Lake Kivu Boat Tour & Coffee Experience｜Rwanda
1-Day Lake Kivu Boat Tour & Coffee Experience｜Rwanda
1-Day Lake Kivu Boat Tour & Coffee Experience｜Rwanda

1-Day Lake Kivu Boat Tour & Coffee Experience｜Rwanda

Rwanda-Western Province
Duration:1 day(s)
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Scenic drive from Kigali through Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills
  • Relaxing boat tour on Lake Kivu with stunning views
  • Authentic coffee experience at Kopakaki Dutegure
  • Optional lakeside lunch with fresh local cuisine
  • Return back to Kigali
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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypePrivate tour
Transportation methodHotel transfer
Departure TimeEarly Departure (Before 8 am)
Tour typesGuided tour
Meal arrangementLunch included
Sightseeing typeNatural sights, Eco-tourism, Islands tour
TransportCharter car, Sightseeing cruise

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From Kigali to Lake Kivu (Karongi/Kibuye)

Enjoy a full-day experience combining relaxation on Lake Kivu with an authentic coffee tour. This itinerary starts with a refreshing boat excursion upon arrival, followed by a cultural coffee experience with a local cooperative.

Duration: Full Day (Approx. 11–12 hours)

Destination: Karongi (Kibuye)

Activities: Boat Tour, Coffee Experience, Sightseeing

06:00 am Pick-up & Departure
Pick-up from hotel or residence in Kigali.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills toward Lake Kivu.

09:30 – 11:30 | Boat Tour on Lake Kiv
Upon arrival, begin with a relaxing boat excursion.

Visit Napoleon Island (home to fruit bats)
Explore nearby islands
Swimming in safe areas
Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Kivu and surrounding hills

11:45 – 12:45 | Lunch by the Lake (Optional)
Lunch at a lakeside restaurant such as:
Cormoran Lodge Restaurant
Bethanie Guesthouse Restaurant

13:00 – 15:00 | Coffee Experience
Visit:
KOPAKAKIDUTEGURE Coffee farmers Cooperative
Experience Includes,
Walk through coffee plantations
Learn coffee processing (harvesting to drying)
Traditional roasting experience
Coffee tasting session

15:00 – 18:30 | Return to Kigali
Drive back to Kigali with optional scenic stops along the way.
Drop-off at hotel or residence.

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Reminders

  • If your package requires a pickup address, the supplier will reconfirm the address you provided. If the address cannot be accepted, we will contact you to confirm an alternative pickup location.

  • Not Suitable For: People with mobility impairments

  • Not Suitable For: People with epilepsy

  • What To Bring: Passport

  • What To Bring: Camera

  • Not Allowed: Littering

  • Know Before You Go: - This is a full-day trip from Kigali, with several hours of driving involved.

  • Know Before You Go: - Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes suitable for the coffee experience and local activities.

  • Know Before You Go: - Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, drinking water, and a light jacket.

  • Know Before You Go: - The boat tour is subject to weather and lake conditions.

  • Know Before You Go: - Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery of Lake Kivu and its surroundings.

  • Know Before You Go: - The coffee experience includes learning about local coffee production and preparation.

  • Know Before You Go: - Please respect local communities, traditions, and the environment during the experience.

  • Know Before You Go: - Boat activities may be adjusted or postponed if weather conditions are unsafe.

  • Know Before You Go: - Inform us in advance of any dietary requirements or special requests.

  • Know Before You Go: - Follow your guide’s instructions throughout the boat tour and activities.

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