Rwanda · Lakeside escapes

Lake Kivu holidays.
Make room to unwind.

Trade a busy schedule for time by the water. Plan a Lake Kivu holiday with Nexus Tours and Travels, with transport, a lakeside stay and optional activities arranged around your pace.

Beach loungers and umbrellas overlooking Lake Kivu
Lake Kivu · Travel inspiration
Private & group enquiriesLocal coordination from KigaliWritten quotation before booking
Start with what matters to you

A lakeside escape that fits your journey.

Choose a short break, a restful stop after a park visit or a longer holiday. We help you compare locations and available stays rather than assuming every Lake Kivu itinerary should be the same.

Choose your base

Rubavu or Karongi

Tell us whether you want a lively waterfront setting or a quieter lakeside stay. Rubavu and Karongi offer different starting points for a Lake Kivu trip; we discuss the route and available accommodation before you choose.

2 days · Sample itinerary

A relaxed overnight escape

Day one: travel from Kigali, check in at your agreed property and enjoy free time by the lake. Day two: a pre-arranged activity or an unhurried morning, then return. Meals, activities and property access are confirmed in your quotation.

More time · Your itinerary

Combine lake and forest

Add Lake Kivu to a Nyungwe journey or discuss a longer Rwanda route. We plan the order of stops and number of nights to leave time for the experiences you value, with accommodation confirmed for each stage.

Further visitor information: Visit Rwanda’s Lake Kivu guide ↗. We check current arrangements for your dates.

Travel inspiration

Lake Kivu in pictures.

Jet skis and visitors at a beach on Lake Kivu
Activities by enquiry
Pool and gardens overlooking Lake Kivu
Lakeside stay inspiration
Loungers beside the Lake Kivu shoreline
Time by the water

Photographs illustrate settings and options. The specific property, vehicle, facilities and activities are confirmed in your quotation.

Make the practical details clear

Decide what a lake holiday means for you.

Would you prefer a beach setting, a pool, a quiet room, a boat excursion or time exploring nearby? Tell us what matters. Boat trips and water activities depend on the selected operator, conditions and availability; images do not mean those activities or facilities are included.

How to get a useful quotation

Send your preferred dates, number of travellers and approximate budget, along with your priorities. We discuss the available options and provide the itinerary or service details for you to review.

Read our booking and payment process ↗

Confirm before you book

  • Preferred dates, number of nights and pickup location.
  • Room requirements, meal plan and any pool or beach access.
  • Which boat or water activities you want quoted separately.
  • Children’s ages, mobility needs and luggage for transport.

Check the total price, inclusions, payment schedule and cancellation terms in writing. An enquiry does not confirm a reservation.

Before you enquire

A few useful answers.

Are jet skis or pool access included?

Only if expressly included in your quotation. Photos show inspiration; specific property facilities and activities need confirmation.

Can I combine Kivu with Nyungwe?

Yes, we can discuss a tailored route with separate forest and lakeside stays. Timing, activities and the selected properties are agreed before booking.

Let's plan something memorable

Let’s plan your next journey.

Share a few details and send Eric a trip enquiry. We will discuss your requirements and prepare a quotation for you to review.

An enquiry is not a confirmed booking. Please wait for written confirmation of the itinerary, total price and payment and cancellation terms before making payment.

Tell us about your trip

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