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The unique Gisenyi, on the north shore of Lake Kivu in Rwanda's Rubavu district, is known and loved for its crystal-clear waters. A place where you can find or re-find yourself within the stillness of nature. The swirly paths on steep roads ascend into the clouds. The journey feels, and maybe is surreal. Once a colonial beach resort of note, Gisenyi’s waterfront is lined with fading old mansions, some decent hotels including some of international standard, and trendy bars on the lakeshore, ideal for a sundowner cocktail. If you’re surprised that Rwanda has a beach – you’re not alone. lake Kivu near Gisenyi town is a waterfront for Rwanda’s beach side Entertainments and one of Africa’s great bodies of water.