Tchegera Island
Tchegera Island is a beautiful island found in the northern shore of Lake Kivu which is shared by both Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Though little known to travellers, Tchegera is one of the top destinations that travellers on Nyiragongo Travels should visit so as to relax. The Island is the one spot that is befitting to visit after a long gorilla trekking experience in Virunga National Park and also hiking Mount Nyiragongo. Most Nyiragongo Travels packages have visiting Tchegera Island as the last activity on the itinerary for it is a perfect relaxation destination. The Island has a variety of animal and plant life as well as various species of birds and butterflies that are worth encountering.
Tchegera Island
The Island is a U shaped collapsed volcanic caldera island only 15-20 minutes boat ride from the Goma harbour. Tchegera Island was reopened to tourists for visit in 2019 after the reopening of Virunga National Park which had been closed following the insecurities that threatened the park. Travellers in Virunga National Park can hire a Virunga boat to transfer them to the island. The tranquil nature of Tchegera is a great spot for honeymoon travellers. On a clear night, Tchegera Island offers spectacular views of Mount Nyiragongo and Mount Nyamulagira with their glowing red lava piercing a star covered sky, a view that is worth experiencing. Both Mount Mikeno and Mount Karisimbi can also be seen from Tchegera Island.
