Lake Kivu is one of the African Great Lakes. [2] It lies on the border between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, and is in the Albertine Rift, the western branch of the East African Rift. [3] Lake Kivu empties into the Ruzizi River, …

Feb 21, 2025 · Lake Kivu, one of the greatest lakes of East Africa, situated between Congo (Kinshasa) to the west and Rwanda to the east. It occupies 1,040 square miles and has an average depth of 722 feet. It contains numerous islands, the largest of which is Idjwi.

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.

Discover the beauty of Lake Kivu with our expert-guided experiences. From boat cruises to coffee tours, kayaking, and more, we bring you closer to nature, culture, and adventure. Your journey begins here.

It is one of the great lakes of East Africa, situated between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to the west and Rwanda to the east. It is Rwanda’s largest lake and the sixth largest in Africa. It is in the Albertine Rift, the western branch of the East African Rift.

Sep 23, 2021 · Goma sits on the shore of Lake Kivu, a geological anomaly that holds 300 cubic kilometres of dissolved carbon dioxide and 60 cubic kilometres of methane, laced with toxic hydrogen sulfide. The...

Lake Kivu, nestled between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, is one of Africa’s Great Lakes and a gem of Central Africa. Covering an area of approximately 2,700 square kilometers, Lake Kivu is one of the most scenic freshwater lakes in the world.

Jan 18, 2024 · Lake Kivu is framed by imposing cliffs, nestled within a verdant valley straddling Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. On the lake, fishermen float out in small boats, singing to...

Lake Kivu is one of Africa’s Great Lakes. It is situated on the border between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda and in the Albertine Rift, the western branch of the East African Rift valley. Lake Kivu empties into the Ruzizi River, which flows southwards into Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania.

Nov 10, 2024 · Lake Kivu is one of Africa’s Great Lakes. It is located in the Rift Valley in a beautiful region on the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. You can easily get there by bus from Kigali in around 5 hours. This guide explains how to visit beautiful Lake Kivu, Rwanda.