Package 9: Eco-Volunteering & Voluntourism Event

JOIN THE KIVU BELT VILLAGE TOURS ECO-VOLUNTEERING EVENT! Kivu Belt Village Tours calls you to join our biannual event. Environmentally-minded travelers can explore Rwanda for leisure, adventure, or cultural discovery and participate in our impactful Eco-Volunteering Event—giving back to local communities near Gishwati and Lake Kivu while immersing in sustainable tourism and authentic cultural experiences. WHAT YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO: Tree planting; Habitat restoration; Community infrastructure repairs; Beach cleanups; Cultural exchanges. Your participation supports vital community projects and environmental conservation and promotes responsible travel and cross-cultural understanding. ACTIVITIES (meaningful and rewarding): Camping; Tree planting (e.g. in Gishwati ecosystems); Beach soccer; Birdwatching; Nengo hiking (2 km); Eco-stove introduction & cooking with families; Gastronomy with locals; Plastic collection around Lake Kivu; Rehabilitation of community shelters. ITINERARY (example dates 27–29 December 2025): Day 1 (Saturday): 8:00–10:00 Tree planting in Gishwati ecosystems; 12:00–14:00 Cooking local dishes with community; 15:00–17:00 Eco-stoves introduction & cooking with families; 18:00–19:30 Community shelter rehab or rural activity support. Day 2 (Sunday): 8:00–10:00 Beach and shoreline plastic collection; 11:00–13:00 Hike Nengo (2 km); 14:00–17:00 Camp setup and relaxation; 18:00–20:00 Beach soccer and campfire with community. Day 3 (Monday): 06:00–10:00 Bird watching and nature walk around Lake Kivu; 11:00–13:00 Beach cleanup and plastic collection; 14:00–16:00 Return to Kivu Belt Village and depart. INCLUSIONS: Activities, local food, soft drinks, camping, entrance fees. EXCLUSIONS: Transport, alcoholic drinks, insurance, tipping fees, self orders. STUDENTS: Special discount. Nationals 75,000 RWF; Internationals 100 USD. Up to 30% off for groups. Booking Tips: Determine your tour dates and number of guests. Email or text us your date, group size, and package choice—we will provide a price quote. Book your package. Reservation and Payment: Tour booking must be confirmed before we accept payment. Payment is done at least 2 days before the tour. Booking: Tel +250 788 571 930 / 788 836 180 · kivubeltvillagetours@gmail.com · www.kivubeltvillagetours.com