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مضيفون ومشغلون موثقون وجهات وتجارب أفريقية فاخرة احجز الآن أو اطلب عرضاً مخصصاً
½-Day Kayaking on Lake Kivu

Accra, Rwanda

½-Day Kayaking on Lake Kivu

5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews Offered by Kingfisher Journeys Flexible

Overview

Explore Lake Kivu on a peaceful kayaking journey along the shores of one of Africa's great lakes. With an experienced and qualified leader in charge, you will paddle a modern sea kayak or sit on top to dip into inlets and across bays as you soak up the spectacular scenery, meet the fishermen, see local fish farms and optionally visit the hot springs. Whilst on short excursions you'll stay in the local bay, on longer trips you'll visit a nearby fishing village.

Plan snapshot

Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

Flexible

Route

Gisenyi to Gisenyi

Country & park

Rwanda

Style

Shared safari

Group size

1-8 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

11 years

Activities

canoe/mokoro safaris

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

½-Day Kayaking on Lake Kivu
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Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $75 USD $75 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 11 years and older. Children under 16 receive a discount.

Quote flow

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We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
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Route

Tour route map
country Rwanda
Start Gisenyi (Day 1)
End Gisenyi (Day 1)

Tour Features

1/2 Day tour

This does not include accommodation.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 12 people per group.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Cannot be customized

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour.

11
Minimum age of 11 years

The minimum age for this tour is 11 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: canoe/mokoro safaris
Getting around: canoe/mokoro
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Day 1

Day 1

Highlights: • Explore off-the-beaten track to experience one of Africa’s great lakes with stunning views of Rwanda’s green hills contrasted against the blue water. • Spot aquatic and shore birds and keep a lookout for Congo clawless otters. • Go for a swim in the deep blue, warm water. • Visit interesting locations to learn about lakeshore life. • Learn about rural African life as you quietly pass by. • On clear days, see the active Nyiragongo Volcano with steam rising from its crater. NB: Our meet-up and finish point in Gisenyi is at Paradis Malahide Resort. Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lake Kivu Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Roundtrip airport transfer

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Meals

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Gisenyi
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Gisenyi Airport (GYI - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
Kingfisher Journeys
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Offered by

Kingfisher Journeys

5.0 operator rating 4 reviews

Kingfisher Journeys specializes in unforgettable tours in Rwanda, offering unique gorilla trekking and adventure experiences that immerse you in the country’s stunning landscapes and rich wildlife. As Rwanda’s only Travelife partner, we are committed to ensuring that our tours have a positive impact on the environment and benefit local communities. Our personalized service and expert local knowledge guarantee that every journey is not only memorable but also responsible and sustainable.

Office In

Rwanda

Size

10-20 employees (Founded in 2015)

Member Of

ATTA, Adventure Travel Trade Association & Rwanda Tours & Travel Association

Tour Types

Customizable private tours and fixed group tours

Destinations

Rwanda

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Excellent knowledge and ability to show so many highlights of Akagera. Great customer service!

We booked a 3 day Akagera tour for 4 of us. Knowledgeable guide Vincent, organized, knew our priorities to also bird, accommodating, kept us comfortable and safe, and busy seeing the beauties of the savanah. Gorgeous accommodations, we had one night at Mantis hotel and one night ‘glamping’, both excellent and excellent food. Could have stayed longer to enjoy the savanah, and maybe see more. Great company to travel with, I would not question traveling with them again.

Cathy · Canada

Verified

Our tour guide was extremely knowledgable, loved nature, and made sure we felt very comfortable.

We absolutely loved our visit to Akagera National Park! Kingfisher Journeys did a fantastic job in putting together a package for our group that allowed us to experience the beauty and diversity of Rwanda. Every communication was prompt and everything was well explained. The accomodations exceeded our expectations. The staff were all amazing! We were treated with the utmost courtesy and respect. Our guide went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable and taken care of. He taught us so much about the country, its people and culture, as well as the park and the animals. It was a wonderful experience from pickup to dropoff, and we would definitely book again in the future.

Elizabeth · United States

Verified

Outstanding in every way - our trip was perfection thanks to the team at Kingfisher Journeys

Where to begin? I can’t praise Kingfisher Journeys enough - our holiday to Rwanda was incredible! Olivier was our first contact and he helped us to choose the right type of holiday, answering all queries very promptly and professionally. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and exceptionally helpful. We loved our route around the country and all activities that we did - from chimpanzee and gorilla watching to kayaking and canoeing. We loved the cultural activities that we did too and the insights into local life. Cyprien was our driver and guide and was outstanding. Punctual at all times, calm and an excellent and safe driver. He shared stories about Rwanda as we drove and really made our holiday special. We thought the trip was very good value for money - so many activities were included as well as meals etc. All the hotels that we stayed in were a very good standard and the service in each was such a high level. I used to work in the travel industry and can honestly say that Kingfisher Journeys is up there with the best. I really could not fault them in any way. Credit where credit is due.

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Gorilla
Gorilla
Village life

Natalie · United Kingdom

Verified

Fantastic Akagera safari

We had a fantastic 2 day safari in Akagera National Park with Kingfisher Journeys. We saw elephants, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, buffaloes, hippos, loads of monkeys, antelopes, warthogs, and even a leopard! Our guide Isaac was very friendly and helpful and was amazing at spotting wildlife. I definitely recommend this.

William · United Kingdom

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 11 years and older. Children under 16 receive a discount.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Gisenyi

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Kingfisher Journeys, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Kingfisher Journeys.

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