Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is set on the sandy banks of Lake Kivu just outside of Gisenyi. With the Virunga Volcanoes providing a charming backdrop, the hotel boasts a private beach, excellent facilities and is surrounded by lush tropical gardens. The property is around a 20-minute flight from Kigali International Airport followed by a short car journey and is also close enough to the Volcanoes National Park to act as a comfortable rest stop after gorilla trekking. Lake Kivu is vast and the 6th largest lake in Africa, as such it is an excellent playground for water-based activities, with fishing and boating on offer.
The hotel provides a choice of 66 rooms and luxury suites. There is also a good restaurant, that boasts al fresco dining and stunning panoramas, a swimming pool and a health center offering various treatments.
Canoeing, jet skiing, cycling, lake fishing and boating
Beach BBQs, poolside BBQs and evening sundowners
23 Family Rooms and babysitters
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66 Rooms
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
Full Board
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"Rwanda may be a landlocked country, but this lake-side resort offers a great opportunity to enjoy water-sports and some beach time, particularly following a strenuous gorilla tracking adventure. It is less than 2 hours drive from Volcanoes National Park."
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Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Canoeing/Kayaking
Fishing
Cycle Tours
Cultural Excursion
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66 Rooms
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
Full Board
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Canoeing/Kayaking
Fishing
Cycle Tours
Cultural Excursion
