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3 Days Congo Nile trail Hike

Gisenyi, Rwanda
  • 3 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Experience the beauty of Rwanda on the Congo Nile Trail, a stunning 141-mile (227-km) route along Lake Kivu. This 3-day trek takes you through charming villages, coffee and banana plantations, and local fishing spots, all while offering magnificent views of the landscape. Your tour culminates at the source of the Nile River for an unforgettable adventure.
  • Trek the Congo Nile Trail along picturesque Lake Kivu
  • Explore coffee and banana plantations, go fishing, and more
  • Overnight stays at guesthouses, lunch, and dinner are included
  • A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

  • Dinner (2)
    Dinner
  • Lunch (3)
    Lunch
  • Visa to Rwanda

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point
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Meeting point

  • Rubavu Hot springs
    776F+2HG, Rubavu, Rwanda

    Our professional guides always put on the company uniforms and most important our office is always in touch with the hotel where you are sleeping.

End point

  • Kinunu Guest House
    Boneza, Rwanda

    The ending point of this trip is good for travellers who want to take a public transportation heading to either Kigali, Gisenyi or Kibuye towns.

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Gisenyi (Brasserie) to Cyimbiri

2 Stops

1

Nyamyumba Hot Springs

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Visit Lake Kivu (Pass By)

Accommodation: Overnight at Cyimbiri Base Camp This is a guesthouse on the Congo-Nile trail, beautiful and quiet just on the lakeside.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Cyimbiri to Kinunu

1 Stop

1

Visit Lake Kivu

5 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Kinunu basecamp It was built in the heart of a coffee plantation and offers a fascinating view of Lake Kivu.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Day 3: Kinunu to Congo Nile

1 Stop

1

Visit Lake Kivu

8 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Lunch

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

From $750.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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