4 Days Gishwati Forest, lake Kivu, Gisenyi hot spring water and Rutsiro tea

Name: 4 Days Gishwati Forest, lake Kivu, Gisenyi hot spring water and Rutsiro tea
Brand: African Travellers Ltd
SKU: a474c466-a134-4373-9405-3422200079c4

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Summary

Rwanda’s fourth national park, Gishwati Mukura is made up of two separate forests The forests sit on the ridge which divides the Congo and Nile water catchment areas, along the incredibly biodiverse Albertine Rift in the west of the country. It is made up of 60 species of tree, Gishwati is home to a group of 20 chimpanzees which live alongside golden monkeys, L’Hoest’s and Blue Monkeys as well 232 species of Birds are well represented too. -In lake kivu you will go on a boat trip -You will also be enjoying the beautiful view of the lake shores on the beach and possibly see congo in the back ground -In Gishwati you will do the Chimps trekking, Golden monkeys , bird watching and hiking -Gisenyi hot spring water Gisenyi hot spring with several small vents is located along the eastern shore of Lake Kivu. This hot spring is brecciated and silicified quartzite within waters temperatures between 70 and 75°C. -In Rutsiro tea plantation you will see Kibuye and the beautiful tea plantation in the hills of congo nile.You will also be able to see the lak from the top of congo nile with its yellowish and picturesque view of the sunset in Rutsiro mountains. -Ndaba's Rock

Tour info

Duration

4 days

Why take this tour?

Lake Kivu -Part of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, Lake Kivu in the west of Rwanda is surrounded by magnificent mountains and has deep emerald green waters covering a surface area of 2,700 km2. It is Rwanda’s largest lake and the sixth largest in Africa. From Rubavu in the north, the Congo Nile Trail extends 227 kilometres of breathtaking landscapes all the way to Rusizi in the south of Lake Kivu. The trail gently curves back and forth as it weaves through hills and mountains beside the lake. For adventurous travellers, an exciting way to explore Rwanda is a kayaking tour on Lake Kivu, or mountain biking or hiking one of the 6 off-the-beaten path stages of the spectacular Congo Nile Trail. Gishwati Forest The national park is a home to a variety of wild animals, which include primates, East African chimpanzees, golden monkeys, black and white colubuses, southern tree hyrax serval cats, black front duiker and mammals plus birds all available for the visitors.

What’s included?

Water
Private transportation 4*4 car , Driver, Fuel, French or english speaking guide
Site permits and Entrance fees
Boat trip, hot spring water
Air port or hotel pick up and drop off
Air ticket
Medical insurance and medical bills
Beer and tips
Shopping

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4 days
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

• All visitors are expected to test negative for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to arrival. Tourists will take a second COVID-19 test on arrival and prior to visiting any tourist attraction. • We do arrange your testing appointment. • A $ 100 COVID testing fee is paid by international visitors

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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African Travellers Ltd

About operator:

African Travellers ltd are African Safari and tours specialists, and have been planning holidays of a lifetime for over two years in the East African community in Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania!. All our Consultants travel regularly to the destinations they recommend in itinerary's so you can be assured of expert, first-hand travel advice and experience.