The Ultimate 2-Day Graduation Reward Tour at Lake Kivu

Day 1: Arrival, Adventure, and Celebration

MORNING

06:00 - 09:00 | Transfer to Lake Kivu

• Early morning departure from Kigali in a luxury vehicle. Enjoy a scenic 3-hour drive through Rwanda’s iconic rolling hills and route to Lake Kivu.

09:00 - 09:30 | Check-in & Welcome Ceremony

• Upon arrival, check in at a luxury lakeside resort (Lake Kivu Serena Hotel or similar). Graduates are welcomed with a personalized graduation gift hamper, including a commemorative t-shirt, local snacks, and drinks.

09:45 - 11:30 | Private Island Boat Cruise

• Embark on a private luxury boat cruise around Lake Kivu. Visit Napoleon Island and take a short hike to its peak for stunning panoramic views of the lake and a chance to see the island's large fruit bat colony.
• Highlight: Enjoy a champagne toast aboard the boat to celebrate graduation.

11:45 - 13:00 | Water Sports & Beach Games

• Return to the resort for an afternoon of thrilling water sports, including jet skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking. Beach games like volleyball and soccer are available for those who prefer to stay on land.
• Highlight: Personalized group photos and action shots during the water activities will be printed as keepsakes for the graduates.
• AFTERNOON

13:15 - 14:30 | Lakeside Gourmet Lunch

• A delicious lakeside lunch will be served at the resort, featuring a variety of fresh, local ingredients and graduation-themed desserts.

14:45 - 16:15 | Cultural Experience & Coffee Tour

• Visit a nearby coffee plantation to learn about Rwanda’s famous coffee production. Graduates will participate in a hands-on coffee-making workshop, from bean selection to roasting and tasting.
• Highlight: Each graduate will receive a personalized bag of coffee beans as a unique souvenir.
• EVENING

16:30 - 18:00 | Relaxation & Spa Session

• Enjoy a well-deserved break with a private lakeside massage or a spa treatment at the resort. This time allows graduates to relax and refresh before the evening celebrations.

18:30 - 20:30 | Graduation BBQ Dinner & Sunset Party

• A special BBQ dinner by the lake with live music, featuring a wide variety of grilled meats, fish, and vegetarian options. The evening will include a sunset cocktail hour with a professional DJ to set the mood.
• Highlight: Graduates will be invited to share their experiences and dreams during an inspiring "Toast to the Future" ceremony.

20:45 - 22:30 | Graduation Bonfire & Fireworks Show

• Gather around a private bonfire on the beach for storytelling, roasting marshmallows, and enjoying traditional music performed by a local cultural troupe. The night will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display in honor of the graduates.
• Highlight: Personalized graduation awards will be presented to each participant, along with custom graduation medals.

Day 2: Adventure, Island Exploration & Farewell

MORNING

07:00 - 08:30 | Sunrise Yoga & Breakfast by the Lake

• Start the day with a sunrise yoga session by the water, led by a professional instructor. Afterward, enjoy a healthy breakfast buffet, featuring fresh local fruits, pastries, and coffee grown from the nearby plantations.

09:00 - 11:00 | Nyungwe Forest Canopy Adventure

• Take a drive to the nearby Nyungwe Forest for an adrenaline-pumping canopy walk through one of the oldest rainforests in Africa. The walkway offers breathtaking views of the treetops, birds, and wildlife.
• Highlight: Graduates can take part in an optional zip-lining experience for extra excitement.

11:30 - 13:00 | Kayak Adventure & Island Picnic

• Set out on a kayaking trip to one of Lake Kivu’s smaller islands for a unique picnic lunch. Fresh local snacks, fruits, and drinks will be served as graduates relax on the island, with swimming and exploration opportunities available.
• Highlight: A drone will capture aerial shots of the group for a special commemorative video
• AFTERNOON

13:30 - 14:30 | Beach Sports & Leisure Time

• Return to the resort for some beach sports or relaxation by the lake. Activities include beach soccer, frisbee, and a friendly competition of sandcastle building.

14:45 - 15:30 | Farewell Lunch & Gift Ceremony

• A farewell lunch will be held at the resort’s lakeside restaurant, with a final toast to celebrate the graduates. Each participant will receive a personalized souvenir album with printed photos from the trip.
• Highlight: A graduation video montage will be played during the lunch, capturing all the highlights of the tour.
• EVENING

15:45 - 18:30 | Return to Kigali

• After lunch, the group will depart Lake Kivu and transfer back to Kigali, arriving by early evening.