Who We Are?

Our Mission

Welcome to Kivu Guides Club, your gateway to unforgettable adventures by the stunning Lake Kivu in Rwanda. Based in the picturesque town of Rubavu, we are a passionate club of local guides dedicated to providing you with unique and immersive guided tours that showcase the natural beauty, rich culture, and hidden treasures of this enchanting region.

At Kivu Guides Club, our mission is clear: to connect you with the heart and soul of Lake Kivu and its surroundings. We believe that the best way to truly appreciate the beauty of this region is through the eyes of a knowledgeable local guide. Our goal is to provide you with insights, stories, and experiences that go beyond the ordinary, leaving you with lasting memories and a deep appreciation for the wonders of Lake Kivu.

Extraordinary Experiences

Founded by a group of enthusiastic guides with an innate love for the land, Kivu Guides Club has become a beacon for travelers seeking authentic and enriching experiences along the shores of Lake Kivu. Our journey began with a simple goal: to share our deep knowledge and passion for this remarkable area with visitors from around the world.

What Sets Us Apart

Responsible Tourism: We are deeply committed to preserving the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Lake Kivu. Our tours emphasize responsible tourism practices, supporting local communities and minimizing our environmental impact.

Tailored Experiences: Whether you’re an avid hiker, a biking enthusiast, or simply seeking a leisurely boat ride, we have a range of tours and experiences to suit your interests and preferences. Our tours are customizable to ensure your adventure is exactly as you envision it.

Local Expertise: Our guides are not just professionals; they are the stewards of this land. They know every trail, every viewpoint, and every hidden gem along Lake Kivu, ensuring you experience the very best of this breathtaking region.

Meet Our Talented Team

Get your local travel expert guides in Kivu Belt region.

Kivu Guides are your local tour leaders around lake Kivu and the Congo Nile Trail to explore beautiful country of thousands of hills during your holidays, check out your preferred travel expert from the pool below for availability to explore around from 2 hours experience to 5 days. And you can customize your trip according to your choice up to 10 days and many more across Rwanda destinations.

Cesar N

Cesar is local expert biking guide along Congo Nile Trail and pioneer of this fascinating trail since 2010, from his various skills and knowledge Cesar offer extraordinary experience in Biking, hiking, Community walk, culture and history, bird watching and nature along the Kivu Belt.
Speaks: English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda

Mansuet

Mansuet is professional French speaking local guide in hiking and biking along the Congo Nile Trail and pioneer of this majestic trail. From his hiking and biking expertise he has also various skills and knowledge in community walk, nature, birdwatching, culture and history.
Speaks: English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda

Madjaliwa

From cycling profession in Benediction Team and Triathlon member Madjaliwa have experienced in community guiding in coffee tour, tea tour, cultural and history along the Congo Nile Trail and Kivu Belt region. As one among pioneer of Congo Nile Trail Madjalwa has developed various skills and knowledge in hiking, biking, birdwatching and sport as well as nature.
Speaks: English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda

Joseph

Joseph is professional bird guide and amateur photographer, from many years of experience in hospitality and tourism industry since 2016 from hotels, community based tourism, tour company and nature based NGOs he has various skills and knowledge to share in culture, history, wildlife, hiking, biking, community walk, birdwatching and game safaris across Rwanda and East Africa.
Speaks: English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda

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Olivier

Olivier is professional wildlife photographer and local guide, from his graphic design profession Olivier has become exceptional local guide in wildlife, community walk, culture, history, as well as hiking in Congo Nile Trail and other parts of country.
Speaks: English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda

Evariste

Evariste Yusufu is a professional local tour guide on Congo Nile hiking trail. From many years in tourism and conservation, Yusuf connect you with nature, community and share their daily life, history, culture. As one among community members grow up in one center along Congo Nile Trail Yusufu understand well the contribution of visiting Kivu belt for community development and his is always happy to show you around. He offer coffee experience tours, boat ride on lake kivu for night fishing experience and many more.
Speaks: English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda