Quick answerThe Twin Lakes, Burera and Ruhondo, lie just east of Musanze beneath the Virunga volcanoes. Visitors canoe or take boat trips between islands, cycle the terraced hills above the lakes and enjoy some of Rwanda's most photographed views. It is an easy half-day trip before or after gorilla trekking.
- Where
- Near Musanze, northern Rwanda
- Duration
- Half day
- Cost
- On request
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Minimum age
- All ages
- Best time
- All year
Why visit
The lakes are framed by Muhabura, Gahinga and Sabyinyo, and on calm mornings the volcanoes reflect in the water. Hire a canoe with a local boatman, cycle between villages or picnic at a viewpoint.
