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Cormoran Lodge

from $238 per person per night for 2026/27

Rustic accommodation along the central shores of Lake Kivu

Displaying breath-taking views of Lake Kivu and offering a more personal and intimate experience on the shore of the lake is Cormoran Lodge. Built entirely from wood, Cormoran Lodge has a real authentic and natural feel to it, with simply furnished rooms, open and spacious verandas and wooden VIP cabins.

Authentic, rustic and peaceful accommodation

Few facilities

About the location

Cormoran Lodge is located in the small town of Kibuye which is on the central part of Lake Kivu’s eastern shore. Its location makes it the perfect break between Rwanda’s magnificent Volcanoes National Park and Nyungwe National Park.

Do see Parks & Regions on this page.

lodge Layout

The lodge is small and offers seven cosy rooms that are essentially wooden cabins. Made entirely from wood, the en-suite rooms have a very rustic interior, perfect for those who love the outdoors! The lodge has a private man-made beach next to the lake, where guests are able to swim and relax on and activities such as a kayaking, boating and water-skiing are possible to do.

Do see our new Cormoran Lodge Picture Gallery further down this page.

Cormoran Lodge Accomodation

The seven rooms are wooden and home a cosy and authentic feel to them. They have double rooms, twin rooms and a VIP cabin, but in all room types, the accommodation offers a high standard of comfort and breath-taking views across Lake Kivu.

Do see Best Safaris & Holidays on this page.

Wildlife & Activities at Cormoran Lodge

As mentioned above, Lake Kivu is seen as a useful stopping point between the gorilla trekking up at Volcanoes National Park and seeing the chimps further south, in Nyungwe.

Offering such water based activities as kayaking, water skiing and swimming and such land based activities as trekking and mountain biking, there is plenty to do for those that don’t want to just lie on a beach.

Don’t miss our Cormoran Lodge Wildlife Guide on this page.

How to book Cormoran Lodge

Please call us in the UK on the usual +44 1525 840 149 or email info@theafricaspecialists.com to check availability, best prices and what adventures you have in mind. We can plan and arrange it all for you and have been for over 20 years!

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Cormoran Lodge Highlights

Just some of the highlights of this hand-picked Lake Kivu lodge. Do call us direct for any other details or to help with planning and logistics.

Luxury Accommodation

7 wooden cabins

Beach Holiday

Private man-made beach included

Board Games

Comfortable living area

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lake kivu accessibility

Outstanding Views

stunning views

Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.

What kind of wildlife should you expect to find around Cormoran Lodge for 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife around the Cormoran Lodge bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding wildlife that dwell in this part of the Lake Kivu…

Don't miss our full Africa Wildlife Guide right here.

What are your best safari trips & itineraries to Cormoran Lodge’s Lake Kivu for 2026/27?

Some of our most-popular tailor-made trips for the Lake Kivu that could include a stay at Cormoran Lodge include...
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What are the other best lodges in Lake Kivu for 2026/27?

We highly recommend the following lodges for Lake Kivu for 2026/27. These are all tried and tested by The Africa Specialists™ so don’t hesitate to call us with any queries over them or to check availability.

NB. All prices for properties exclude applicable park fees and are guide prices.

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Lake Kivu Serena Hotel

Lake Kivu

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When is the best time to stay at Cormoran Lodge in 2026/27?

Generally speaking, as the Cormoran Lodge is in Lake Kivu, we recommend booking stays here with us any time on the following timescales — depending on your preferences and wildlife/safari viewing plans — but if you want to avoid peak season or aim to get the timing “just right” then do call us any time to check your plans, costs and best options for a fantastic Cormoran Lodge stay in the 2026/27 season…

January fair

February fair

March mixed

April mixed

May mixed

June great

July best

August amazing

September great

October still good

November fair

December fair

Don’t miss our full When to Visit rwanda guide on our main rwanda page.

Why travel with The Africa Specialists™?

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100% tailormade

We help plan your trip from start to finish
We make sure to include all your interests
We offer a range of accommodation types
It is your trip, made to suit you

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Expert knowledge

We have over 40 years of destination know how
We all spend time in our destinations annually
Local contacts give us unique insight
We are true specialists

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We have you covered!

We have full ATOL bonding for your financial peace of mind
We provide 24/7 emergency backup as you travel
We make sure that the properties and guides are the best!

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A trusted service

Established in 2010, you can totally rely on us.
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It is the people, the animals and the unique experiences that bring people back to Africa time and time again.”

Nick French, The Africa Specialists™

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Location – Cormoran Lodge is located in the small town of Kibuye which is on the central part of Lake Kivu’s eastern shore. Its location makes it the perfect break between Rwanda’s magnificent Volcanoes National Park and Nyungwe National Park.

Layout – The lodge is small and offers seven cosy rooms that are essentially wooden cabins. Made entirely from wood, the en-suite rooms have a very rustic interior, perfect for those who love the outdoors! The lodge has a private man-made beach next to the lake, where guests are able to swim and relax on and activities such as a kayaking, boating and water-skiing are possible to do.

Rooms – The seven rooms are wooden and home a cosy and authentic feel to them. They have double rooms, twin rooms and a VIP cabin, but in all room types, the accommodation offers a high standard of comfort and breath-taking views across Lake Kivu.

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