Panorama Hotel | Bukavu Congo
Panorama Hotel is a mid-range accommodation (4 star) found in Bukavu/ south of Kivu in Democratic republic of congo. It takes approximately 5 to 30 minutes to drive from Rusizi border side of Nyungwe in Rwanda (while enjoying the wonderful views of the hills in Rwanda and tropical forest ) to Bukavu congo. While bukavu to Goma it’s a boat trip on Lake Kivu. The hotel is the best and convenient place to rest in for guest visiting Bukavu , kahuzi biega national park for lowland gorillas tracking and spectacular view of lake Kivu and surrounding areas .
Panorama hotel contains over 30 beautiful and elegant rooms all with the lake view that reflects modern building style with modern comfort. Rooms are well decorated , furnished and equipped with private suite facilities which include ; flushing toilets , Mosquito nets , air conditioning , hot and cold running showers/bathtubs , driers , satelites, flat screen TV’s mention but a few . Rooms have verandas , sitting areas and private balconies with a cozy atmosphere , you relax while overlooking the breathtaking views of lake kivu and surrounding areas . The hotel have excellent rooms with washed bedding containing both king and queen sized beds . Rooms are in different categories; single ,double ,twins and triple rooms. Some rooms have fireplaces that provides warmth to clients during nights. Rooms cost 250$ and above per night and during peak season the rate goes slightly high.
Panorama hotel has different facilities and services which include; A well-stocked bar with both soft and hard drinks like; soda, beers, wines etc , A restaurant that serves delicious meals both local and international that meets guests choice ; Breakfast while facing the lake , lunch , dinners both indoor and outdoor dinners , a swimming pool that cools off the hot afternoon, you relax and sip the cocktail while enjoying the beautiful view of lake Kivu and surrounding area , the hotel offers laundry services, solar energy available , Fireplaces that provides warmth , Wifi internet available at the lodge that enables guests to keep in contact with their families and friends, walking night safaris , Ample parking space, airport pick- ups and drop offs, Spacious and comfortable rooms with king and queen sized beds , Healthy and fitness center like gyms, massage , sauna etc , business center also available at the hotel with meeting places, honey moon package etc , Gift shop also available with African gift like ; clothes, shoes , guide essential etc
Bukavu is the capital city of south kivu province situated on the Eastern side of Democratic republic of congo lying at the extreme end in south-western area of lake Kivu and Cyangungu in the west of Rwanda separated by River Ruzizi outlets . You can be in congo either by Road or air transport . Democratic republic of congo is considered to be the richest country in the world regarding on the natural resources ; its raw material deposits its worth it which include; copper, diamond, gold, etc.
There are many things to do(activities) while in congo which includes; Visiting the city life of all the capitals; Goma and Kinshasha, Visiting different national parks in congo especially the popular ones like; Virunga national park famous for endangered mountain gorillas that encourages gorilla trekking, Kahuzi biega national park with low land gorillas , hiking/climbing mount Nyiragongo volcanoes, Bird watching , Visiting the rain forest and see the unique wildlife, Visiting the historical sites and many attractions. The best time to be in Democratic republic of congo is from june, july ,august ,January and February. some areas in Congo have increased risks of not to travel to especially North Kivu and Ituli province due to crimes ,Ebola and kidnapping . congo has more than 200 tribes and 4 are the main largest tribes which include Mongo, Luba, Kongo, and Mang-betu Azonde. The majority of the Congolese speak the same language Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, and French. Bukavu has different hotels to stay in budget , mid range and luxury accommodations which are friendly and convenient to each visitor staying in the place.
