Rwanda · Mountain Biking

2-Day Five Volcanoes Biking Expedition from Musanze via Twin Lakes

2 Days Round trip from Musanze Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, known as interrelated "identical lakes"
  • 02 Cycle through the volcanic landscapes of Rwanda's Virunga Massif
  • 03 Wake up to views of five volcano summits with excellent photo opportunities
  • 04 Pause at Urugezi rwa Nyirantwari, one of Rwanda's largest swamplands

The Five Volcanoes Biking Expedition is a thrilling cycling adventure through the volcanic landscapes and lush greenery of Rwanda's Virunga Massif. This experience offers an immersive way to explore the five dormant volcanoes that define the region: Mount Karisimbi, Mount Bisoke, Mount Muhabura, Mount Gahinga, and Mount Sabyinyo. Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking views, encounter local wildlife, and gain insight into the area's cultural heritage.

You will wake up to a beautiful morning facing the volcano chain, offering excellent opportunities for unlimited photographs, depending on the weather.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Ruhengeri, Kigali
Languages English, French, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ride to Burera and Ruhondo Twin Lakes

Your trip begins early in the morning from Musanze town, accompanied by your expert guide. The journey leads to the twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera in Rwanda's Northern Province, very close to the Virunga chain.

These lakes are referred to as identical lakes because they are interrelated at a point where one lake transfers water into the other. A boat trip can be reserved on the waters of Lakes Burera and Ruhondo for further exploration.

Together, the lakes are reachable in only a 25-minute drive from Musanze City. Overnight stay will be at Virunga Homestay, Muhabura Hotel, or Lake Ruhondo Camp.

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Day 02

Volcano Views and Return to Musanze

You will wake up to a beautiful morning facing the volcano chain, offering excellent opportunities for unlimited photographs, depending on the weather. In clear conditions, you may catch sight of five volcano summits.

After lunch, you will continue your riding journey, with a stop at one of the largest swamplands in Rwanda, Urugezi rwa Nyirantwari. For nature lovers, there may also be a chance to spot a limited number of birds before continuing the journey.

Enjoy the scenery one last time before preparing for your return trip to Musanze.

Mount Karisimbi, Twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, Urugezi rwa Nyirantwari

Where this trip takes you

Mount Karisimbi, Twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, Urugezi rwa Nyirantwari

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Musanze 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Full-board accommodation in hotels, lodges, or tented camps
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets, including both Western and local dishes
  • Private cars
  • Rectangular snip
  • Drivers/guides who fluently speak English, French, Swahili, and other languages, with broad knowledge of nature interpretation, landscapes, and African culture
  • Each vehicle carries safari accessories, including Wi-Fi, wildlife books, a first-aid kit, and a fire extinguisher
  • Each vehicle carries bottled mineral water
  • All arrival and departure transfer fees between airports, hotels, parks, and related locations

What's Not Included

  • Visas
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Telephone bills
  • Laundry
  • Personal activities and items not specified in the tour

What to bring

  • Hiking shoes
  • Raincoat

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kigali International Airport, KN 5 Road, Kigali, Rwanda
Tour start
Musanze, Rwanda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Musanze.

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