4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking & Lake Kivu safari
4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking & Lake Kivu safari is one of the most enjoyed safaris by several travelers on a Rwanda safari. 4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking safari & Lake Kivu will take you to a breath taking Karisimbi hike where you will view the caldera at the top and then spend a day along Lake Kivu for yet more attractions and relaxation from an exhilarating volcano hike. Mount Karisimbi is also situated in virunga massif a home to 8 volcanic mountains that are shared amongst three countries that is Uganda in Mgahinga national park, Rwanda in volcanoes national park, and DRCongo in Virunga national park. This 4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking safari & Lake Kivu will start from Rwanda to Volcanoes national park for Nyiragongo hike and back to Gisenyi for exploration of Lake Kivu before departures.
Highlights of 4 Days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking & Lake Kivu Safari
- Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National park in Ruhengeri
- Day 2: Hike Karisimbi up to 3700m
- Day 3: Hike Karisimbi from 3700m to the top & descend back, transfer to Lake Kivu
- Day 4: Half day on Lake Kivu and departures
Detailed Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National park in Ruhengeri
- Volcanoes national park: Be ready for hotel pick up or airport pick up on day 1 of 4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking safari & Lake Kivu and then transfer to Volcanoes national park, a home to endangered mountain gorillas and the Volcanic mountains. Upon arrival at the park, you will check in the hotel reserved for you, have a meal and if there is more time then you may enjoy an evening cultural tour.
Day 2: Hike Karisimbi up to 3700m
- Hike (Ascend) Karisimbi: Have your breakfast at the lodge on day 2 of 4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking safari & Lake Kivu, grab all that you need for a Karisimbi hiking adventure and be transferred to the starting point of Mount Karisimbi hiking safari where you will be briefed about the dos and don’ts during the hike. You will be in position to hire the porter and later onset off for a hike via different trails until you reach at 3700m above where you will set up a camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Hike Karisimbi from 3700m to the top & descend back, transfer to Lake Kivu
- Descend back and transfer to Lake Kivu: Enjoy your breakfast in the morning of day 3 of 4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking safari & Lake Kivu then continue with Karisimbi hike to summit the top. As soon as you get to the top, you will be excited to have a glance at the caldera that is the major attraction at the top of mount Karisimbi. Have a view of the nearby volcanos and volcanoes national park at glance. Later on, descend back and be transferred to the nearby hotel for lunch and embark on the journey to Lake Kivu in Gisenyi for a relaxed evening at the shores of Lake Kivu, dinner, and overnight.
Day 4: Half-day on Lake Kivu and departures
- Half-day Lake Kivu exploration: Wake up on a relaxed breakfast at the shores of lake kivu on day 4 of 4 days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking & Lake Kivu Safari then have a half-day exploring Lake Kivu. This is the best way to relax your body from a long and tiresome Karisimbi hike. Take a boat cruise, engage in swimming, nature walk etc. After exploring Lake Kivu, have lunch and be transferred to Kigali for departures.
End of 4 Days Rwanda Karisimbi volcano Hiking & Lake Kivu safari
Inclusive
- Karisimbi hiking permit
- Airport transfers
- An English speaking guide
- Ranger fees
- All mentioned activities
- Enough drinking water
- Meals as per itinerary
- Accommodations will be as per itinerary
- A 4×4 safari vehicle
Exclusive
- Visa
- Air ticket
- Laundry
- Tips
- Optional activities
- Additional accommodations
- Porter
- Karisimbi sleeping bag
