Lake Mutanda
A peaceful lake near Kisoro, with small islands dotted across the water and the three Virunga volcanoes behind it. Sunsets are stunning, and it is good for canoeing.
Lake Mutanda lies between the Ruhija sector and Kisoro. Eco-lodges line its shores, and visitors can paddle a canoe across the lake, visit fishing villages, and explore islands. On clear days, the volcanoes Muhabura, Gahinga, and Sabinyo are reflected in the water. Far fewer visitors come here than to Lake Bunyonyi, so the atmosphere is quieter. It is a good place to stay before or after hiking in Ruhija or Mgahinga.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lake Mulehe
- Rushaga Sector & Gorilla Habituation Experience
- Nkuringo Sector
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Mubwindi Swamp Trail
- Echuya Forest Reserve
- Ivi River Trail (Buhoma–Nkuringo)
- Ruhija Sector