After a long week, a weekend gateway is a perfect antidote for your hectic daily life. Meet with like-minded travelers and experience the thrill of hiking and camping on secluded islands for 4 days exploring all of the natural beauty they have to offer. It is pure tranquility and beautiful nature. you’ll be surrounded by sprawling green space and unparalleled views of the volcanoes. Watch the sunset and the first stars to come out around a campfire roasting maize while listening to the tales of Rwanda.

DAY 1: MOUNT KABUYE HIKE

At 8:30 am, Meet in Nyabugogo Bus Park and depart by bus, we will stop in Gakenke District and walk to the hiking starting point of Mount Kabuye. Enjoy a beautiful hike to the top of the mountain at around 2,700 meters. Listen to the call of native birds as we climb steadily up through eucalypt forest, then out into scrub battered low by the elements. Along the way see the lives of the local community. On arrival at the top, we will be welcomed by the finest tea/ coffee, snacks followed by an herbal feet massage to relax while enjoying a panoramic view of the twin lakes, Bagenge Rock to mention a few! A delicious buffet with options for meat lovers and vegetarians will be served. various games, music and humorous moments around a campfire will entertain you. Overnight camping.

DAY 2: BIRWA1 ISLAND

After breakfast, descend the hill, walk to the main road to board the car to take us to Ntaruka where an engine boat waiting to take us to Birwa 1. Relax on the Island and enjoy refreshing drinks and breathtaking sunset over Lake Burera. Overnight camping.

Note: We will take a bus from Nyabugogo to Mt Kabuye and another from Musanze Bus station to return to Kigali for those Hiking 4 days.

You’re Joining for the 2 days; you meet us Mount Kabuye starting point on the Main road to connect with others to Twin lakes. WhatsApp us for more details on this

DAY 3: MICHAEL ISLAND

After breakfast, relax on the lakeshore or if you’re feeling a little adventurous take an exploratory walk around the village. After spending some quality time here, we will cruise to Lake Ruhondo and witness spectacle tropical sunsets. Also, you will be rewarded with a breath of fresh air, spectacular views of green vegetation and some birds of the water shores. Next up, we continue to Michael’s island for local beer tasting and cultural performance IKINIMBA and URUSENGO which is the special traditional dance of this particular island. Later we will a local food prepared over an open fire for a meal unlike any other, topped by campfire fun and stargazing.

DAY 4: DRIVE BACK TO KIGALI

Wake up away from the clatter of urban life and get to enjoy the backdrop scenery of living by the lakeside. You will be welcomed with a delicious breakfast. Sadly, it’s our last day on the island already! Later we will to the shores and take a bus Musanze then Kigali.

Email us [email protected] / WhatsApp +250 788 746265 for Bookings or in case you need more details

PACKAGE COST: 200$ PER PERSON FOR 4 DAYS ITINERARY

                           150$ PER PERSON IF YOU JOINING ON THE SECOND DAY (2 Nights)

NOTE: Book 2 or more and get a discount

This awesome tour includes:

• 3 nights camping
• Foot massage for the first night
• Sleeping bag, mattress and a tent
• All meals while on the tour
• A knowledgeable and professional guide
• All activities mentioned in the itinerary
• Transportation
• Boat experience

What’s not included?

• Brochette (It will available at 1,000 Frans per stick on the last day)
• Beer at 1000 francs per bottle
• Tips and gratitudes

Essential Items

• A personal facemasks and hand sanitizer
• snacks
• Hiking shoes or boots
• Hydration day pack capable of carrying 2 to 3 litres of water daily
• Lightweight and packable jacket (ideally waterproof/windproof)
• Personal toiletries
• Sunscreen, Insect Repellent
• Headlamp
• Sunglasses
• First Aid kit

 

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