Lake Kivu, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
4.5 (79 reviews) Spent Ranking #3 in Goma Bodies of Water
Crossing from Goma to Bukavu
I used the fast ferry service between Goma to Bukavu. 50 US $ trip with a 10 kilos baggage allowance. I had to pay 3.5 US $ for an extra 5 kilos. Check-in was well organised, boarding with security check and departure on time for a journey of three hours. Small ferry with probably 40-50 seats in an enclosed cabin. Left Goma on a quiet morning for a beautifull trip. A friend had advised me to sit on the first row - left side where you can stretch your legs, the view is a little limited there.... but still a good tip. And if you want a view you can always go to the outside open deck where i end up spending most the time. Always something to see, as you pass near islands on the lake. Sandwichs and drinks on sale. even if you don't leave Congo, passports are checked both on departure and at arrival in Bukavu. Great trip... would be happy to fo it again.
Address
, Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Website
http://www.kivutravel.com
Current local date and time now
Monday, May 13, 2024, 7:00
User Ratings
4.5 based on (79 reviews)
Reviews
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5Koritsaki 5:00 PM May 1, 2017
Difficult to Believe It's a Lake
Whenever you look at this lake you'd swear you were by the sea. Some portions are littered with all sorts of garbage and others are semi-clean. If you can stay anywhere along the lake do so. For great sunsets head to Lake Kivu Lodge or Le Chalet. You can also rent a kayak.
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5Celine R 5:00 PM Aug 19, 2017
Lake Kivu
This is a beautiful lake, We stayed at the Lac Kivu Lodge and at Tchegera Island Camp, both places were beautiful and the food was excellent. At Tchegera Island Camp you can swim in the lake and Kajak. Really worth the visit.
