Lake Kivu Serena Hotel: Everything You Need to Know Before You Stay
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is Rwanda’s most celebrated lakeside resort and the standout accommodation choice on the shores of Africa’s sixth largest lake. Set on a private palm-lined stretch of beachfront in Gisenyi — Rwanda’s most relaxed and scenically extraordinary town — the hotel delivers a combination of tropical elegance, volcanic scenery, lake activities, and world-class hospitality that makes it the natural anchor of every Rwanda safari that includes a Lake Kivu leg.
Whether you are winding down after gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, seeking a romantic lakeside retreat, planning a family holiday in Rwanda, or looking for a conference venue that happens to sit beside one of Central Africa’s most beautiful bodies of water, Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is the most comprehensive, most beautifully positioned, and most consistently reviewed property available on the lake.
This complete guide covers everything: location and setting, room types and pricing, dining and bars, facilities and activities, spa and wellness, conference capabilities, what guests say about staying here, how to get there from Kigali, and how to combine a stay at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel with Rwanda’s finest wildlife and safari experiences through Trek Rwanda Gorillas.
Location and Setting: Where Exactly Is Lake Kivu Serena Hotel?
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is set on a private stretch of palm-lined lakeshore in Gisenyi, overlooking Africa’s sixth largest lake with the Virunga Volcanoes as a dramatic backdrop. Gisenyi — known officially as Rubavu — sits in Rwanda’s Western Province at the northern tip of Lake Kivu, directly on the Congolese border.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is visible across the water from the hotel’s beach, and on clear mornings the Virunga Massif — including Mount Nyiragongo, one of the world’s most active volcanoes — dominates the western horizon in spectacular fashion.
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is located just 1.9 miles from the centre of Gisenyi. The hotel sits on Avenue de la Coopération, the town’s main lakefront promenade, within walking distance of Gisenyi’s marina, market, and local restaurants.
The hotel’s arrival experience is defined by a bright, open-plan lobby giving way to a private stretch of beach reserved exclusively for hotel guests.
The setting is what separates this property from every other accommodation option on Lake Kivu. After the intensity of gorilla trekking or Nyungwe’s forest walks, this classic, international-style resort is an easy place to take a break.
Its strongest feature is the setting: manicured gardens, a generous pool, and a long sweep of sandy beach that invites barefoot strolls, morning coffee with a view, or a quiet hour watching fishing activities and the distant hills of central Africa.
The drive from Kigali to Gisenyi takes approximately two and a half to three hours on the well-maintained RN1 highway through Rwanda’s renowned thousand hills — a scenic journey that passes tea estates, terraced hillsides, and the crater lake landscapes of the northwest before descending to the Rift Valley and Lake Kivu.
For travellers who include Lake Kivu Serena Hotel as part of a broader Rwanda safari itinerary — a 5-day gorillas and Lake Kivu safari is the most popular combination — the hotel sits at the perfect geographical midpoint between Volcanoes National Park (approximately two hours north) and Nyungwe Forest National Park (approximately three hours south).
Rooms and Suites: Accommodation Options at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel has 66 stylish rooms and suites, with guests enjoying spacious accommodation surrounded by manicured gardens and palm trees.
The rooms are arranged in two diagonal wings — one oriented toward the gardens and one facing the pool and lake — meaning room choice matters considerably for guests who want the best possible views.
Superior Rooms
At 23 square metres, the Superior Rooms feature elegant Pan-African décor, a Queen bed, and a well-appointed bathroom. Each room opens to a private balcony with views of Lake Kivu or the hotel gardens. One Superior Room is specially adapted with access and amenities for guests with limited mobility.
Superior Rooms represent the entry-level accommodation and are comfortable, well-equipped, and entirely adequate for a relaxing lake stay. For the best value experience, request a lake-view Superior Room rather than a garden-facing room — the difference in outlook is significant and the price differential is usually modest.
Family Rooms
At 25 square metres, the Family Rooms are designed for comfort and convenience, featuring two Queen beds and an elegant bathroom, ideal for up to two adults and two children.
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is genuinely family-friendly — the combination of the private beach, the shallow children’s pool, the water activities, and the spacious grounds makes it one of Rwanda’s most suitable luxury properties for families with children of all ages.
Suites
At 40 square metres, the Suites combine space and elegance with panoramic views of Lake Kivu.</cite> <cite index=”7-1″>The luxury suites are almost double in size compared to standard rooms, with an extra lounge and much larger balconies.
Multiple guests reviewing the hotel note that the suites represent exceptional value one guest reported being upgraded to a suite which was “huge with a large sitting room and patio,” describing the grounds on the shore of Lake Kivu as “stunning” and the breakfast buffet as “extensive and delicious.
Room Amenities Across All Categories
The hotel features free WiFi in all rooms, and each room comes equipped with satellite TV and a kettle. All guestrooms include 24-hour room service, air conditioning, free WiFi, and in-room safes. Additional amenities include a mini-bar, TV, and hairdryer.
Private bathrooms are standard across all room categories, and every room with a lake view includes a private balcony from which the sunsets over Lake Kivu can be experienced without leaving the room.
Room rates at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel start at approximately USD 169 per night for standard rooms in low season, with average nightly rates around USD 210. Suites carry a significant premium above standard room rates.
Booking directly through the Serena Hotels website or through a Rwanda specialist like Trek Rwanda Gorillas often provides the most competitive rates for travellers building a multi-destination Rwanda safari itinerary.
Dining at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel: Restaurants and Bars
Food at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is a genuine highlight of the property, drawing consistently positive reviews from guests and positioning the hotel as one of Gisenyi’s best dining destinations even for non-resident visitors.
Kiyaga Restaurant — The Lakefront Dining Room
Overlooking the sparkling waters of Lake Kivu, Kiyaga Restaurant offers a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience. The menu highlights the best of Rwandan, African, and international cuisine, with innovative dishes prepared from the finest local ingredients.</cite>
Guests can choose to eat on the veranda next to the pool, or in the inside dining room during cooler evenings. The veranda setting — with Lake Kivu spread below and the Virunga volcanoes on the horizon — is one of the most dramatic dining backdrops in Rwanda. ]
The emphasis on locally sourced fish from Lake Kivu itself — tilapia and the endemic Isambaza sardines that are fried and served as a local delicacy — alongside fresh produce from Rwanda’s highland farms gives the menu a genuine sense of place.
The breakfast buffet at Kiyaga is widely praised: guests describe it as “extensive and delicious,” with the combination of fresh tropical fruit, eggs prepared to order, local coffee from Rwanda’s celebrated coffee-growing hills, and international breakfast options providing a satisfying start to any day on the lake.
Ziwani Café — Sundowners and Lakeside Snacks
Evening sundowners at Ziwani Café are one of the signature Lake Kivu Serena experiences. Ziwani Café is located beneath the pool, open during the day, serving a selection of snacks and drinks.
The position — at beach level, directly on the waterfront — makes it the most atmospheric spot on the property for late afternoon drinks as the light changes over the lake and the Congolese hills turn golden in the sunset.
Lake View Bar — Poolside Drinks and Beach Parties
Guests can unwind with poolside drinks at the Lake View Bar. In July and December, beach parties bring guests together for a lakeside buffet, bonfire, and live music.
The beach parties are a beloved Lake Kivu Serena tradition — a particularly festive and memorable way to experience the hotel during Rwanda’s peak safari seasons.
Facilities and Amenities: What to Expect at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
The facilities at Lake Kivu Serena are excellent.The property offers one of the most complete resort amenity sets available at any accommodation on Lake Kivu, making it appropriate for guests who want activity-filled days as well as those who simply want to relax beside the water.
Swimming Pool and Private Beach
The outdoor swimming pool at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is the centrepiece of the resort’s leisure facilities — a large, beautifully maintained pool set above the beach with uninterrupted views across the lake. <cite index=”6-1″>There are plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas dotted around.
A shallow children’s swimming pool adjoins the main pool, although parental supervision is recommended. Loungers and umbrellas are set out along the beach that runs in front of the hotel.
The private beach is exclusively for hotel guests — a detail that significantly enhances the tranquillity of the lake experience compared to public beaches further along the Gisenyi shoreline.
The beach is sandy, gently sloped, and suitable for swimming, though Lake Kivu is a deep, clear lake rather than a surf beach, giving it an inland sea quality that is serene and beautiful but distinct from ocean beach environments.
Water Sports and Lake Activities
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel offers one of the most complete water sports programmes on the lake. <cite index=”6-1″>There is a watersports centre with catamaran and jet skis.
Additional water activities available from the hotel include kayaking, canoeing, fishing trips, and boat excursions on Lake Kivu — one of Africa’s most scenic inland waterways, dotted with small islands and fishing communities that make for compelling half-day and full-day boat tour destinations.
Lake Kivu boat tours from the hotel are a particular highlight for guests staying two nights or more. The lake’s volcanic island communities — particularly the islands around Kibuye to the south — offer extraordinary scenery and genuine interaction with lake fishing communities that have worked these waters for generations.
Tennis Courts
There are tennis courts that guests can use. The courts are well maintained and offer a pleasant activity for those wanting exercise beyond swimming, with the added bonus of lake views from the court perimeters.
Business Centre and Conference Facilities
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel combines modern conference facilities with one of the most scenic settings in Rwanda. The fully air-conditioned conference centre features a ballroom, two interconnecting meeting rooms, and a private executive boardroom. Outdoor spaces, from lakeside lawns to the pool terrace, are ideal for cocktail receptions, beach bonfires, or incentive events.
The combination of professional conference infrastructure and a genuinely beautiful natural setting makes Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Rwanda’s most sought-after venue for corporate retreats that require both working session capability and meaningful downtime activities for participants.
Gift Shop
A little shop sells trinkets and souvenirs from Rwanda, Kenya, and the Congo, as well as useful items such as toothpaste and sun cream — a practical and well-curated addition for guests who arrive without everything they need or who want to take home Rwandan artisan crafts without navigating the town market independently.
Maisha Spa: Wellness and Treatments at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
Guests can relax and rejuvenate with professional treatments from the signature Maisha Spa. The spa provides Elemis treatments, with prices from USD 65 for a 90-minute massage.
The Maisha Spa — a Serena Hotels brand that operates across the group’s East African portfolio — offers a full menu of therapeutic and beauty treatments using Elemis product ranges and locally inspired ingredients.
After the physical demands of gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park — which can involve multi-hour uphill hiking through dense highland forest — a spa session at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is one of the most appreciated post-trek recovery experiences on any Rwanda safari itinerary.
Many guests who include the hotel on a 5-day Rwanda gorillas and Lake Kivu safari specifically plan a spa treatment for the morning after their gorilla trek day.
A sauna and steam bath are also available, alongside the gym the hotel has a gym available to guests, and a sauna/steam bath adds to the wellness offering.
What Guests Say: Reviews of Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
The consistent themes across hundreds of guest reviews position Lake Kivu Serena Hotel as one of Rwanda’s most reliably excellent resort properties.
The location and setting receive universal praise. Multiple guests describe the grounds as “beautiful with a private beach, green spaces, and of course the pool.” The hotel is described as “very popular among visitors and residents of Rwanda alike, and the lake views from both the pool area and the lake-facing rooms are consistently cited as the hotel’s greatest asset.
The food and dining experience is a particular strength. One guest writes: “Good Hotel with everything working and staff ready to set things right. Good location with extensive lake view and next to a Marine Drive which has things like Expos going on. Restaurant one floor up with a large enough menu.
Staff warmth and professionalism are another recurring theme. Guests specifically mention team members by name — “Herman the manager, Leo in booking, Anette, Henriette, and Anise in the dining area” — reflecting the personalised service that characterises Serena Hotels properties across East Africa.
Expert Africa’s assessment is particularly useful for travellers calibrating expectations: “For a restorative break between Rwanda’s headline experiences, it offers comfort, calm and a welcome change of pace.” The same review notes that “the lake-view rooms feel particularly rewarding for the outlook alone.
Some experienced guests note that the property, being a large international resort, can be busier than smaller boutique properties on Lake Kivu, and that room choice and expectation management are important considerations. Requesting lake-view rooms and suites, and visiting outside the December and July peak periods, produces the most consistently excellent experience.
Getting to Lake Kivu Serena Hotel from Kigali
By Road from Kigali
The drive from Kigali to Gisenyi and Lake Kivu Serena Hotel takes approximately two and a half to three hours on the RN1 highway via Musanze — Rwanda’s most scenic major road, passing through the Northern Province’s terraced volcanic hills, tea plantations, and the Virunga Massif gateway town of Ruhengeri.
Your driver-guide from Trek Rwanda Gorillas will arrange all transfers as part of your safari itinerary, with door-to-door service from Kigali International Airport or your Kigali city hotel to the Serena’s front entrance.
Via Volcanoes National Park
For guests arriving from gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park — by far the most common routing for visitors including Lake Kivu Serena Hotel in a Rwanda safari itinerary — the drive from the Volcanoes Park area near Musanze to Gisenyi takes approximately one hour on a well-paved road, passing through Rwanda’s most dramatically beautiful north-western volcanic landscape.
This routing is standard for guests on a 5-day gorillas and Lake Kivu safari who trek in Volcanoes on day two or three before continuing to the lake.
By Charter Flight
Charter flights from Kigali to Gisenyi’s Rubavu Airport take approximately 20–25 minutes, making air transfer a viable option for guests with compressed itineraries or those who want to maximise their time at the lake. The hotel provides airport transfer coordination on request.
Hotel Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is available from 2:00 PM until 11:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:30 AM. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required, and the property contacts guests after booking to provide instructions.
Early check-in and late check-out can often be arranged directly with the hotel for guests with early arrival flights or late departure transfers.
Activities Near Lake Kivu Serena Hotel: Day Excursions and Experiences
The hotel’s location on Lake Kivu in Rwanda’s Western Province places it within reach of some of the country’s most rewarding excursion destinations, making it an ideal base for exploration beyond the resort itself.
Lake Kivu Boat Tours
The most popular activity directly from the hotel is a Lake Kivu boat excursion — available through the hotel’s watersports centre or arranged by your safari operator.
Boat trips on Lake Kivu range from short sunset cruises along the Gisenyi shoreline to full-day excursions to islands further south, where fishing communities, volcanic island scenery, and extraordinary lake light photography opportunities reward the additional travel time.
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Post-conference and leisure guests can enjoy Lake Kivu boat rides, fishing trips, or excursions to Volcanoes National Park and the Virunga Mountains.
For guests who have not yet done their gorilla trek, the two-hour drive from the hotel to Volcanoes National Park makes it entirely feasible to include a gorilla trekking permit day during a Lake Kivu stay.
The 1-day gorilla trek from Volcanoes National Park is Rwanda’s most iconic wildlife experience and can be combined with a Lake Kivu Serena Hotel base for guests who want both the gorilla encounter and the lake relaxation in a single trip.
Golden Monkey Tracking
Golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park’s bamboo zone is a two-hour drive from Lake Kivu Serena Hotel and makes an excellent day excursion for guests who have already completed their gorilla trek or who want an additional primate encounter without the premium permit cost of the gorilla experience.
The 4-day Rwanda gorilla and golden monkey trekking safari combines both primate encounters with Lake Kivu relaxation in a single itinerary.
Congo Nile Trail Hiking and Cycling
The Congo Nile Trail — a 227-kilometre hiking and cycling route that runs the entire western length of Rwanda from Gisenyi to Cyangugu along the Lake Kivu shoreline — passes directly through Gisenyi, with shorter day-hike segments available from the hotel’s immediate surroundings.
This is one of Rwanda’s most rewarding active outdoor experiences, offering exceptional lake and hillside scenery, interactions with local fishing communities, and the physical satisfaction of Rwanda’s dramatic topography.
Nyungwe Forest National Park
For guests extending their Lake Kivu stay into southern Rwanda, the drive from Gisenyi south along the lake to Nyungwe Forest takes approximately three hours. Nyungwe Forest chimpanzee tracking and the canopy walk — suspended 160 metres above one of Africa’s oldest mountain rainforests — is one of Rwanda’s most extraordinary wildlife and adventure experiences.
The 10-day Rwanda safari holiday that covers gorillas in Volcanoes, chimps in Nyungwe, game drives in Akagera, and lake time at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is the most comprehensive single-country Rwanda safari available.
Gisenyi Town and the Congo Border
Gisenyi town itself — walkable from the hotel — offers a lively and authentic Rwandan market town experience, with fresh produce markets, local restaurants, craft shops, and the extraordinary novelty of walking up to the DRC border crossing at Petite Barrière and gazing into Goma, one of eastern Congo’s largest and most complex cities.
The border crossing is an atmospheric landmark that underscores Lake Kivu’s position at the edge of Central Africa’s most geopolitically significant region.
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel as a Safari Base: Itinerary Ideas for Rwanda Visitors
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel integrates seamlessly into Rwanda safari itineraries of almost any length, serving as either the primary destination or a relaxation leg within a broader Rwanda wildlife circuit.
Short Break: 2–3 Nights at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
A standalone Lake Kivu weekend break from Kigali — driving in on Friday, spending Saturday on the lake with a boat tour and spa treatment, and returning Sunday — is increasingly popular among Kigali residents and short-break travellers from East Africa. The 2-day Akagera safari or a Gisenyi city break combined with Lake Kivu Serena Hotel makes a compelling mini-itinerary for travellers with limited time.
The Gorillas and Lake Kivu Classic
The 5-day gorillas and Lake Kivu safari — gorilla trekking in Volcanoes on day two, golden monkey tracking or a Dian Fossey Grave Hike on day three, then two nights at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel — is the most popular Rwanda itinerary that includes the hotel, and the one that produces the most balanced combination of active wildlife encounter and genuine relaxation. It is available as a packaged itinerary through Trek Rwanda Gorillas.
The Full Rwanda Circuit Including Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
The 10-day Rwanda safari that covers Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe Forest, Lake Kivu, and Akagera National Park gives visitors Rwanda’s complete wildlife and landscape portfolio — with Lake Kivu Serena Hotel serving as the restorative midpoint between Nyungwe Forest’s primate-rich rainforest and the westward journey to Kigali or east to Akagera’s savanna.
Rwanda and Uganda Extended Safari
For travellers extending their Rwanda experience into Uganda — adding Bwindi gorilla trekking, Kibale chimpanzee tracking, or Queen Elizabeth game drives to their Rwanda safari — Lake Kivu Serena Hotel sits close to the Rwanda-Uganda border and can serve as both the final Rwanda night before crossing into Uganda and the entry point to Rwanda on return journeys.
The 10-day Rwanda Uganda safari uses this cross-border routing effectively, with Lake Kivu Serena Hotel typically appearing in the Rwanda leg before the overland transfer north toward Bwindi.
Who Is Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Best For?
Gorilla trekkers in need of recovery. The single most common profile of Lake Kivu Serena Hotel guest is a traveller who has just completed gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park and wants two or three days of complete relaxation before flying home.
The hotel is perfectly positioned for this purpose — it is close enough to feel like a natural next step from the Virunga highlands, yet completely different in atmosphere, elevation, and pace.
Couples and honeymooners. The combination of lake sunsets, private beach access, excellent dining, spa treatments, and the inherent romance of a Rift Valley lake surrounded by volcanoes makes Lake Kivu Serena Hotel one of Rwanda’s most popular honeymoon destinations.
Several of the tours available through Trek Rwanda Gorillas are specifically built around romantic couples’ itineraries with Lake Kivu as the centrepiece.
Families with children. The dedicated family rooms, children’s pool, safe beach swimming, accessible water sports, and the generally relaxed pace of a lakeside resort make this the most family-friendly luxury property in Western Rwanda. Children are well accommodated, and the activity mix — boat trips, swimming, watersports, tennis — keeps guests of all ages engaged across multi-day stays.
Corporate retreat groups. The conference centre, outdoor event spaces, and post-session activities available on the lake and through nearby excursions make Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Rwanda’s premier corporate retreat destination outside Kigali.
The combination of professional meeting infrastructure and a genuinely beautiful natural setting produces productive working sessions and exceptional team-building experiences.
Rwanda travel enthusiasts building a complete itinerary. For any traveller who wants to experience Rwanda’s full geographical and ecological range — from highland volcano forest to ancient equatorial rainforest to Rift Valley lakeside — Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is the non-negotiable inclusion in the western leg of that journey.
Practical Information: Everything You Need Before You Arrive
Address: Avenue de la Coopération, Gisenyi (Rubavu), Western Province, Rwanda
Telephone: +250 788 200 430
Check-in: From 2:00 PM. Inform the hotel of your expected arrival time.
Check-out: By 11:30 AM
Room rates: From approximately USD 169 per night for standard rooms; suites from significantly higher. Rates vary by season and availability.
Parking: Free private parking available on-site, no reservation required.
Pets: Permitted on request; charges may apply.
WiFi: Free in all rooms and public areas.
Payment: Major credit cards accepted. Bank transfer payment before arrival accepted.
Accessibility: One Superior Room is adapted for guests with limited mobility.
Airport transfers: Available from Rubavu/Gisenyi Airport and Kigali International Airport (surcharges apply; arrange in advance).
Languages: English, French, Kinyarwanda.
FAQs: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
Is Lake Kivu Serena Hotel worth it? For travellers who value setting, facilities, and consistent service quality in Rwanda, Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is universally regarded as worth the investment.
It is the most capable and most beautifully positioned property on Lake Kivu, and the combination of private beach access, a full-size pool, excellent food, spa facilities, and water sports makes it a destination in its own right rather than merely a place to sleep.
How many rooms does Lake Kivu Serena Hotel have? The hotel has 66 rooms and suites, divided into Superior Rooms (23 sqm), Family Rooms (25 sqm), and Suites (40 sqm). All rooms include private balconies; lake-view rooms and suites offer the most compelling vistas.
What is the best time to visit Lake Kivu Serena Hotel? Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is open year-round and the lake itself is beautiful in every season. Rwanda’s dry seasons — June to September and December to February — offer the most reliable weather for beach activities, watersports, and outdoor dining.
The beach parties in July and December are particularly festive. Rwanda’s rainy seasons (March to May and October to November) bring quieter crowds and lower room rates, with the lake and surrounding hills at their most lush and photogenic.
Can Lake Kivu Serena Hotel be combined with gorilla trekking? Yes — this is the most popular reason visitors include the hotel on a Rwanda safari. Gorilla trekking at Volcanoes National Park is approximately two hours from Gisenyi, and the 5-day gorillas and Lake Kivu safari from Trek Rwanda Gorillas is specifically designed around this combination, handling gorilla permits, transfers, and lodge bookings in a single package.
Is swimming safe in Lake Kivu? Lake Kivu is one of Africa’s safest lakes for swimming — it is bilharzia-free and has no dangerous aquatic fauna. The hotel’s private beach provides safe, clean lake swimming, and the combination of lake and pool swimming makes it a genuinely water-centric resort experience.
Does Lake Kivu Serena Hotel have a spa? Yes. The Maisha Spa at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel offers Elemis treatments with prices from USD 65 for a 90-minute massage, alongside sauna, steam bath, and gym facilities.
Conclusion: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Is Rwanda’s Most Complete Lakeside Experience
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel occupies a genuinely unique position in Rwanda’s accommodation landscape. It is the only property on the lake that combines beachfront access, a full resort amenity set, world-class dining, spa and wellness facilities, water sports, and conference infrastructure in a single location — all against the backdrop of one of Africa’s most extraordinary lake and volcanic mountain settings.
Whether you visit as part of a gorilla safari, a romantic Rwanda escape, a family holiday, or a corporate retreat, the hotel delivers an experience that is consistently exceptional and genuinely memorable.
And when combined with Rwanda’s extraordinary wildlife experiences — from mountain gorilla encounters at Volcanoes National Park to chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest to golden monkey adventures in the Virunga bamboo — Lake Kivu Serena Hotel becomes the restorative, beautiful centrepiece of one of Africa’s finest travel destinations.
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