Join us for a relaxing and scenic boat tour around the most beautiful islands of kibuye Lake Kivu. This trip offer a perfect mix of nature, culture, and adventure — guided by our experienced captain and tour guide who share the real beauty of lake kivu, stories about the lake & local life.
Tour Highlights
• Visit Nyamunini Island (Napoleon’s Hat) – Take a small hike to the top for its wide lake views, Spot the large Fruit bats colony & enjoy peaceful atmosphere filled with nature sounds.
• Explore Nyenyeri Island (Monkey Island) – where you may spot playful monkeys moving through the trees.
• Enjoy Amahoro Island – a calm and quiet island, perfect for relaxing and swimming in calm, clean and fresh water of Lake Kivu.
• Discover Mbabara Island – rich with local plants, crops, and traditional island farming experiences.
• Pass by several small islands where you can spot birds such as Cormorants, Sandpipers, Water Thick-knee, Ducks, and Weavers.
• Experience the fresh air, clear water, and beautiful green hills that make Lake Kivu one of Rwanda’s most peaceful destinations.
Tour Duration Options
• Half-Day Tour: 2–3hours
• Full-Day Tour: 6–8 hours (when we include more islands)
📍 Starting Point
The best starting point is Kibuye, where you get the most affordable rate.
Departures from Kinunu or Gisenyi are also available but may slightly affect the cost due to distance and fuel use.
Best Time to Go
All year round, Lake Kivu’s calm water and mild climate make it perfect for island tours any season!
Posted on Google Quentin LEBASTARDTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I ve made the boat trip with Amable. I ve seen the Bats at the Napoléon Island, Monkeys and macadam nuts. I had the opportunites to swim between palm très. I recommand warmly this company.Posted on Google Sébastien AbeggTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing boat tour on Lake Kivu with Visit Lake Kivu Tour. Even though we booked at the last minute, the manager was incredibly kind and accommodating. He quickly arranged everything for us and even found a French-speaking guide, which made the experience even better. Our guide was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and never in a rush. He took the time to explain everything and made sure we fully enjoyed every stop. We visited Nyenyeri Island to see the monkeys, cruised around Amahoro Island, discovered the plantations on another island, hiked to the top of Napoleon Island to see the famous fruit bats, and even watched the swimming cows. We also had plenty of time to swim in the beautiful waters of Lake Kivu. The entire experience was relaxed, well organized, and unforgettable. I can only highly recommend Visit Lake Kivu Tour to anyone looking for an authentic and memorable adventure on Lake Kivu!Posted on Google ClaireTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic day out. We found Aimable through google & he lived up to his 5 star reviews. We had the most wonderful day in his company exploring Lake Kivu & hiking local trails. He accommodated us at short notice, he was professional and had a lovely manner.Posted on Google Tolu OniTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic Guide (Amiable) Clean boat, Calm operator, Great History. Loved every bit of it.Posted on Google Floor ErlingsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Enjoying the beautifull Lake Kivu with this tour was incredible! Definately would recommend!Posted on Google Mugeni GiseleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience with Go Lake Kivu Adventure. The trip to Nyungwe and relaxing time at Lake Kivu was well organized, enjoyable, and unforgettable. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Rwanda! 🌿🌊Posted on Google Raouf LeeraarTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing 3 hours trip with Felix! We did 1,5 hours of hiking and 1,5 hours boat tour. I enjoyed it a lot. The hike is perfect for beginners and Felix was such a nice, welcoming and knowledgeable guide! I would recommend this activity to everyone! Thank you so much!Posted on Google Kieran CuffTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The tour was very nice. Aimable had lots of great information that he shared with us during the boat ride and during the hike. The hike was very comfortable and within our range of fitness. He and the driver were very nice to us and were very informative throughout the trip. I'd highly recommend his services to anyone coming to Gisenyi.Posted on Google john orisanwoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely beautiful tour, we went monkey spotting, bird spotting, hiked on an island and also went swimming. Would recommend 💯