Tchegera Tented Camp

About Tchegera

Situated on the beautiful turquoise waters of Lake Kivu, Tchegera Island is known for its distinct crescent shape, which is actually the top crater rim of a long-extinct volcano. On clear nights, the island offers spectacular views of Nyiragongo and Nyamuragira as their glowing red lava pierce a star-covered sky. The two highest Virunga volcanoes, Mikeno and Karisimbi, can also be seen from Tchegera as well as sweeping landscapes of Lake Kivu and its surroundings.

  • An aerial view of Tchegera Island on Lake Kivu

    Tchegera Island

    Tchegera Tented Camp sits on the exposed ridge of a collapsed volcanic caldera in the middle of Lake Kivu.

    Photo credit: Brent Stirton
  • Scenic views of active volcanoes from Tcehgera Island by photographer Brent Stirton

    Views at Tchegera Island

    Glowing lava from Nyiragongo and Nyamuragira volcanoes can be seen from the private tents on Tchegera Island.

    Photo credit: Brent Stirton
  • Tcehgera Island accomodation tent looking over Lake Kivu by photographer Brent Stirton

    Tchegera Island Tents

    Tchegera Tented Camp has 6 tents, all equipped with en-suite bathrooms, and stunning views over Lake Kivu.

    Photo credit: Brent Stirton
  • Breathtaking view of Lake Kivu and Mount Nyiragong from Tchegera Island

    Tchegera Activities

    Guests can try out a range of different activities during their stay, including paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkeling.

    Photo credit: Virunga National Park
  • The main mess interior at Tchegera Island Retreat

    The common area at Tchegera Tented Camp

    Tchegera Tented Camp also offers a full restaurant and bar where guests can relax in the peace and quiet of the island.

    Photo credit: Virunga National Park

Camp Information

    01
    Amenities
    Close
  • 01
    Amenities

    The island has 6 tents for visitors; of which 2 are twin rooms and 4 are double rooms; all of which are equipped with en-suite bathrooms, hot running showers and flush toilets. Electricity is provided by solar panels, with charging points in tents and the main area; from which a full bar and restaurant service operates.

    • 02
    Activities

    Tchegera also offers many opportunities for excellent birding, with 301 different species recorded on and around the lake, including white-breasted cormorants, African fish eagles and pied kingfishers. During an evening walk, you may even be lucky enough to spot the family of short-clawed otters which often stop off in the island’s bay for some fishing!

    Close
  • 02
    Activities

    Thanks to its crescent shape, Tchegera Island is a natural harbour so the waters that it encircles are calm and lend themselves perfectly to paddle boarding, kayaking or even snorkeling to try and spot; amongst other things; some of the 24 species of fish and 2 species of crab that are endemic to Lake Kivu.

    Read More
    • 03
    Weather
    Close
  • 03
    Weather

    The climate in Tchegera is warm during the evening and fair at night. During the day the temperature averages 75 degrees F/23 degrees C to 80 degrees F/26 degrees C but during the cold season (July and August) the temperature can drop by 10 degrees.

Photo credit: Virunga National Park

"I have worked for Virunga National Park for 11 years since I completed my studies. I really appreciate the fact that the Park operates in a transparent and honest way. The Park also contributes heavily towards the well-being and development of local populations across North Kivu. It is an honour and a source of pride to work for Virunga National Park; which is why I really love my job"

Patient Namegabe Lubala Camp Manager, Tchegera Island Retreat

Explore