Travel That Makes a Difference
We support the protection of Lake Kivu’s ecosystems through island clean-ups, conservation initiatives, and environmental awareness activities.
Tourism revenue helps create opportunities for local communities, supporting cooperatives, youth employment, and women-led initiatives.
CULTURE HERITAGE
We promote and celebrate local heritage by supporting traditional music, dance, crafts, and storytelling.
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KIVU HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The KIVU Heritage Festival is designed as a flagship cultural and tourism event to celebrate, promote, and preserve this heritage while directly supporting local communities especially fishermen during vulnerable economic periods.
The festival will feature immersive and engaging cultural experiences, including: Fishermen paddling competition • Swimming Cows Experience • Cows rituals (Amazina y’inka) • Traditional buffet (Umuganura) and local drinks • Boat cruising on Lake Kivu • Traditional dance performances • Gala dinner and networking session
VISIT KIVU ACADEMY
Through Visit Kivu Academy, we invest in the future of Lake Kivu by equipping the local youth with practical skills in tour guiding, boat operation, maritime safety, hospitality, and conservation practices. These training programs create real opportunities for young people while strengthening the professionalism, safety, and sustainability of tourism across the region.