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Congo Nile Trail

A hiking/biking/exploring trail that winds across over 140 miles of Rwandan shoreline.

Gisenyi, Rwanda

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Lake Kivu from the trail   Akabanga / Atlas Obscura User
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The Congo Nile Trail runs on the western edge of Rwanda through small villages and large cities. The trail is well-marked and easy to navigate. Along the way you’ll pass through banana and coffee plants, meet locals selling snacks and drinks to keep you pedaling, and children who want to practice some English as you ride by.

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If you need to rent a bike and/or are looking for guides, we had great success with Rwandan Adventures in south Gisenyi.

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June 11, 2019

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