Idjwi Island

Idjwi Island, nestled in the middle of Lake Kivu, is one of Africa's largest inland islands. It offers a rare sense of peace and authenticity: no mass tourism, only local life shaped by fishing, agriculture, and ancestral traditions. Visitors can explore coffee and banana plantations, hike gentle hills with panoramic views over Lake Kivu, and meet local cooperatives working on fair trade and sustainable development. The island spans 310 km² with approximately 200,000 inhabitants from the Bahavu people, who speak Kihavu and maintain rich cultural traditions.