Twin Lakes Burera And Ruhondo

Twin Lakes Burera And Ruhondo: Situated near the Rwandan-Uganda border in the Northern region of Rwanda, near the outskirts of Musanze, are these stunning twin lakes at the foot of Volcano Muhabura. They are adjacent to Rwanda‘s Volcanoes National Park, sometimes known as “Gorilla’s home,” and the high hills of the Virunga encircle their turquoise lake. A strip of land measuring one kilometer in width divides Lake Bulera from Lake Ruhondo.

The Nyabarongo River, Rwanda‘s largest river, used to flow Northward to Ndorwa (formerly part of Rwanda, but now part of Uganda). However, due to a volcanic eruption that occurred in the country’s northern volcanic region—specifically, the eruption of Muhabura, which is currently thought to be dormant—lava flows from volcanoes blocked the Nyabarongo River’s channel, resulting in the formation of the twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo, also known as “Lava dammed lakes,” and the river’s diversion to flow Southeast where it joins the Akanyaru River to form Akagera River.

The combined surface area of Lakes Bulera and Ruhondo in Rwanda is approximately 2800 hectares.

The magnificent twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo, along with the surrounding swamp Rugezi, make for very picturesque, tranquil, and peaceful locations for bird viewing. Additionally, Rugezi Swamp is one of Rwanda‘s seven most significant birding habitats (IBAs).

A breathtaking backdrop is created by their deep blue water, which is encircled by high hills, a large waterfall, and the silhouettes of the neighboring virunga (volcanoes).

For sightseeing, one can take a boat or canoe ride on the waters of the twin lakes, Bulera and Ruhondo.

After going on a gorilla walk or tracking golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park, or even after taking a cultural tour from Iby’iwacu cultural hamlet, or even after visiting the Musanze caves, one can visit the twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo in the afternoon or evening.

 

The panorama is breathtaking, with the slopes of the volcanoes seeming green in the distance and the lakeshores thickly terraced and planted with agriculture.

People fish along the shorelines or in lakes using conventional fishing gear, such as fishing nets or hooks, and making their own canoes out of a single piece of wood.

You must take a boat or canoe ride to get to the islands on these twin lakes, Ruhondo and Bulera.
Due to the abundance of hospitable hotels, lodges, restaurants, and guest houses near the lakes, extended stays and overnight stays have become easier.