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Bukavu: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Bukavu is a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), lying at the extreme south-western edge of Lake Kivu, west of Cyangugu in Rwanda, and separated from it by the outlet of the Ruzizi River.

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Now in the cityBukavu+20°CDrizzle · sunset 05:54 PMupdated 02:52 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Exchange rateCDF 2,315.69per 1 $CDF — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
Bukavu in pictures24 photos
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Getting there and staying

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Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Kamembe Airport KME7.9 km from the centre
Goma International Airport GOM101 km from the centre
Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport BJM106 km from the centre
Cities of DR Congo
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