1 Day Twin Lakes Adventure
Hike, boat and kayak on Lakes Burera and Ruhondo below the Virunga volcanoes, with a traditional cow-milking visit and a lakeside lunch.
Enquire About This TourOverview
Burera and Ruhondo sit side by side just north of Musanze, ringed by terraced hills with the volcanoes rising behind. The day mixes a guided walk to the best viewpoints with time on the water by boat and kayak, then a visit to a local family to try traditional cow milking before lunch by the lake.
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Culture & Heritage
Highlights
- Boat ride and kayaking on the Twin Lakes
- Guided hike to viewpoints over both lakes and the volcanoes
- Traditional cow milking with a local family
- Rwandan lunch by the lake
- Good birdwatching along the shore
Itinerary
A typical running order. Justin adjusts timings around your group, the weather and park conditions.
- 1
7:00 am: Pick-up in Kigali
A scenic drive north through the hills to the Twin Lakes.
- 2
Guided nature hike
Walk up to viewpoints looking over Burera, Ruhondo and the Virunga volcanoes.
- 3
Boat ride and kayaking
Out on the water by boat, then paddle yourself by kayak.
- 4
Traditional cow milking
Meet a local family and try milking the traditional way.
- 5
Lakeside lunch and return
A Rwandan lunch by the water before driving back to Kigali.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kigali
- Private 4x4 vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English- or French-speaking guide
- Lunch and bottled water
- All taxes
- Boat ride and kayaking
- Cultural visit
Not Included
- International flights and visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, trackers and porters
- Drinks and personal purchases
Plan Your Visit
The practical details, so you know what to expect before you enquire.
Duration
Best time to visit
Fitness level
Getting there
What to bring
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- Light rain jacket
- Shoes that can get wet
- Camera
Want to Book This Trip?
Every tour is quoted individually for your group size, dates and accommodation style. Send Justin your plans and he will come back with a tailored itinerary and quote.
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