1 Day itinerary in Rwanda, Africa
Mukungwa River Canoe Trip
Set in the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes, discover this special way to journey though the countryside in our modern canoes! Soak up impressive views, spot abundant birds, look out for the otters and meet friendly communities. Led by an experienced Kingfisher Journey’s activity leader, this rive... Read More
By Ninah, Steve and Olivier
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Average
Recommended Age
Minimum 7
Operated in
English, French
GUIDANCE
Tour Leader
starting point
Musanze
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Kayak & Canoe
Indigenous culture
Meet local people
Nature & Wildlife
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Explore deep into the Rwandan countryside
Sight over 20 of the 40 species of birds living here
If you’re lucky, spot a family of spotted necked otters
Learn about rural African life as you quietly pass by
Explore deep into the Rwandan countryside
Sight over 20 of the 40 species of birds living here
If you’re lucky, spot a family of spotted necked otters
Learn about rural African life as you quietly pass by
Itinerary
Category 1
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Explore the Mukungwa River
The start is a 15 minute transfer from central Musanze (add about 15 minutes from Kinigi). Here your activity leader will give you a briefing on the riverside before you get on the water. The first section is a flat and easy opportunity to learn how to steer your canoe as you float gently downstream. After about 20-30 minutes you will pull over for a short additional briefing about the small rapid, where helmets must be worn. Then as you continue deep into the countryside, you are surrounded by the sights and sounds of rural Rwanda. You’ll be given an additional briefing about the approximately 200m section where the water speeds up as it goes around a few corners. After about 2.5-3 hours on the water the end of the trip is just after a road bridge. It takes about 20 minutes to drive back to Musanze and a further 15 minutes to Kinigi. Trips begin at 08:00 and 14:00. Note: The pin location on the map is wrong. Please meet at Crema Cafe in Central Musanze.
Guide: Included for the day
What’s Included
Activities
- Canoe Trip
Extras
- Water for you to refill your own water bottle.
- Modern canoes and all equipment.
- Experienced British Canoeing qualified and expertly trained activity leaders.
Travel that Makes a Difference
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$60.00 USD