Rwandans and visitors can begin enjoying and adventuring with the beautiful floating hotel on Africa’s deepest lake Kivu.
The new vessel, Mantis Kivu Queen uBuranga, has been sighted on the serene waters signaling that it is already operational.
Mantis Kivu Queen uBuranga is a one-of-a-kind luxury expedition vessel that allows you to explore the stunning African Great Lake, Lake Kivu.
According to the operators, the Kivu Queen uBuranga sails on scheduled departures: Wednesdays South bound from Gisenyi sailing 2-nights to Nyamasheke and also on Saturdays North bound from Nyamasheke sailing 3-nights to Gisenyi.
“On their voyage, guests will have the opportunity to explore the region while immersing themselves in a range of activities that encompass Mantis’ core values: celebrating locality, sustainable adventures and conservation.” said Craig Erasmus, Vice President Operations Sub Saharan Africa for Fairmont and Mantis.
The houseboat offers 10 cabins, including two executive suites and two deluxe cabins.
The vessel also has a restaurant and bar, a plunge pool, jacuzzi and various outdoor spaces where guests can relax and enjoy.
Stephane Castell, Regional Manager for Mantis Rwanda, said previosuly, “We are thrilled that, for the first time, travellers to Rwanda will be able to see the mountain gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park and the chimpanzees in Nyungwe National Park without having to endure an arduous six-hour road trip.”
Stephane added that the operations connect travellers to other three properties in the region; Mantis Akagera Game Lodge (within Akagera National Park, Eastern Province), Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel (in Rusizi, Western Province) and Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites (in Nyagatare, Eastern Province).
