Lake Muhazi Rwanda
Lake Muhazi is located about 40 kilometers east of Kigali, Rwanda’s capital city, and has a beautiful winding shoreline worth exploring on your Rwanda Safari, especially on weekends. The area surrounding the lake has a charming relaxed atmosphere, making it the ideal place to escape the busy and noisy life of the city. Long and shallow, Lake Muhazi twists and turns its way through a flooded valley for more than 40km before reaching its eastern shore, not far from the northern exit of eastern Rwanda’s crown jewel, Akagera National Park.
Lake Muhazi is a long, shallow lake that extends through a flooded valley for a long distance to reach its eastern lake shore, which is close to the renowned Akagera Park. The road leading to Nyagatare passes close to the lake’s eastern shore, making it a pleasant stopover for anyone traveling along this route. You can even stop for lunch or simply enjoy the cool breeze on the eastern shore of Lake Muhazi before continuing your journey.
The lakeshore is lined with several traditional villages as well as local bars that play live music, so stopping by any of these will allow you to see how the locals in that area spend their leisure time. You could also spend some time observing the various waters along the shores, or you could go fishing. Several streams meandering from Lake Muhazi feed into the vast expanse dominated by agricultural villages. You can easily traverse the dirty dumpy road which is less traveled in a 4X4 safari vehicle and see the beautifully terraced farmlands on the hillsides that drop down to the edge of the water. This drive offers stunning views of the lake.
There are two large towns near this lake: Gahini and Rwesero, both of which have several guesthouses from which you can organize a variety of water activities such as fishing, boat rides, and bird watching.
Activities done on Lake Muhazi
Bird Watching
Malachite kingfishers, pied kingfishers, African fish eagles, arrow marked, black lured, swamp flycatchers, village weavers, African paradise flycatchers, bronze, scarlet chested, white-breasted cormorants, yellow-fronted canaries, yellow-billed storks, open bill, cattle egrets, and grey crowned cranes are among the bird species found in the lake.
Fishing and Beach Camping
There are also numerous fish species, such as marbled lungfish and Tilapia. This lake is also well-known for tourism because it is home to two major resorts, including the Seeds of Peace Center, which provides lodging and a beach. Tourists visiting Rwanda use these as stopovers on their way to and from the Akagera National Park, which is well-known for its wildlife viewing. It also provides opportunities for bird watching, fishing, and boating. The Rwesero beach, located on the park’s northeastern shores, provides travelers with camping facilities.
How to get to Lake Muhazi Rwanda
Lake Muhazi is located about 100 km from the main capital Kigali on the same road to Akagera national park separating them at Kayonza town.
Accommodation around Lake Muhazi
Muhazi Beach Hotel
Muhazi Beach Hotel is located on the lake’s shores in the Rwamagana district, 45 minutes drive from Kigali. The location is well-known as the best exit point for visitors looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It has many products with exotic rooms for visitors to stay in. The location is ideal for business travelers, locals, honeymooners, and tourists. The beach hotel provides well-managed gardens, a perfect honeymoon location, wireless internet, a swimming beach, and boat cruises.
Lake Muhazi Holiday Cottage
Lake Muhazi Holiday Cottage is located 19 kilometers from Ivuka Arts Studio in Kigali. There is a terrace, seating, and a dining area. This cottage’s main units include a balcony with good mountain views, a refrigerator, and a kitchen. This property has private beach and car rental services. Fishing, canoeing, cycling, and a visit to the Kandt House National History Museum are among the most popular tourist activities here.
