Client Testimonials:
See why others loved their time with Lava Bike Tours
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Paul, March 2024
3 Days Congo Nile Trail
An unforgettable trip through trails, forest, villages and the hills (so many hills) of Rwanda.
Yannick had everything planned from beginning to end including boutique accommodations, lunches at local businesses (to ensure our money goes to support the community) and high-quality equipment.
We felt safe and supported the entire trip
The views were incredible, the trails were challenging (there is some technical mountain biking involved but doable for anyone other than a pure beginner) and the stories they told were fun and informative.
The rest of the team (Marcel and Anastaz) deserve credit not only for their positive attitude but for excellent mechanical skills and incredible driving!
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Andrea, May 2024
Slice of Rwanda Ride
Our 3 day tour with Yannick and the team from Lava was the absolute highlight of our trip to Rwanda.
As a group of experienced cyclists having travelled with tour companies in many countries, this was by far the most authentic local experience of our lives. The routes were curated perfectly to our group, and the expert van support on the very, very back roads was there when needed.
We interacted with local village people including a spontaneous drop-in to a church service where we were welcomed with song and dance. The cheers and waves and good morning’s from the children will be seared in my memory forever.
Excellent job by guides Yannick, Marcelle and driver Olivier. Great bikes also!!
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Marina, May 2024
Uganda Gorilla Trekking
Yannick picked us up in Musanze and we visited the lake and did a boat tour when we arrived in Uganda.
The gorilla tracking was amazing and Yannick and his team were super kind and friendly.
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Sarah, February 2024
4 Day Congo Nile Trail
A dream come true to cycle the Congo Nile Trail – Yannick and Marcel took care of every detail and beyond to make this experience exceptional for the 5 of us… The bikes are in FANTASTIC condition and exactly what you need for riding the terrain. Marcel is a great mechanic and the bikes were tuned each day.
The 4 days that we did were a combination of single and double-track riding through rural Rwanda starting above Gisenyi and heading south. We passed through tonnes of villages where the kids follow you like you are the pied piper and the most interesting event of the day.
Accommodations and meals along the way were great. Yannick arranged lunches at local restaurants and/or homes for a sampling of the variety of fish that one can get from Lake Kivu. Yannick and Marcel have many stories to tell from their time on the Rwandan National Cycling team to information about flora/fauna and life in Rwanda.
I would look no further than this exceptional team if you want an adventure to remember forever.
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Caleb, March 2024
3 Days Congo Nile Trail
We had a fantastic time on the Congo Nile Trail!
Yannick and the entire team were excellent in guiding us on our trip, and informing us about our surroundings as we travelled.
This is one of the most authentic ways to see the country – riding through rural villages, pedalling along the lake, and climbing peaks for stunning views.
It was an amazing experience!
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Alex, December 2023
2 Days Congo Nile
We love Lava Bikes!
We had a fantastic two-day tour of the Congo Nile trail with Yannick and team.
They went above and beyond to make the experience memorable for us. They are great guys and it was very special to be guided through the amazing terrain by former national team members.
Highly recommend and will definitely be doing more cycle rides with them in the future.
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Regina, March 2024
Villages Ride
Yannick and Francis created a perfect beginners mountain bike tour through the villages with Volcano views.
As this was my first real off-road experience, I had my own guide in case I fell back a bit on the day. The bikes were in perfect condition, which was fabulous. There were some rocky bits but overall I managed the grade really well as Yannick chose the perfect route for my skill level.
Riding through the villages to the delight of the locals old and especially the young was my favorite activity during my stay.
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Rebecca, April 2024
1 Day Cycling, 2 Days Hiking on Congo Nile
This trip with Yannick and Marcel was fantastic.
On the first day, we cycled Day 3 of the Congo Nile which was so beautiful, with the most stunning views. Yannick also made sure to follow us in a car to provide support for one of our group who was less comfortable biking.
Then we spent two days hiking with Marcel. It was incredibly beautiful and we had some great moments interacting with people in the villages like kids going to school or buying fresh pineapple to snack on.
This trip was a highlight of our time in Rwanda and Lava Bikes helped make it so!