Bukavu
A large city on the south-western shore of Lake Kivu in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bukavu sits at the border with Rwanda with mountain views across the water. Formerly known as Costermansville, it serves as the capital of South Kivu Province. The wider region holds several UNESCO World Heritage sites. Travellers should be aware that the area has experienced significant political unrest and, as of early 2025, the city came under rebel control.
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- Population816,811
- Nearest water from center 3.3 km2.0 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 16 km10 mi
Bukavu: quick answers
Where is Bukavu?
Bukavu is in Congo - Kinshasa, about 99 km62 miles in a straight line from Goma.
How do you get to Bukavu?
The nearest airport is Kamembe (KME), about 58 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Bukavu?
The warmest month is September, averaging 19°C66°F across day and night; the coolest is December, at 18°C64°F. The wettest month is November, with about 296 mm11.6 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Bukavu?
OpenStreetMap lists 3 restaurants and 12 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.