The last few days I spent with my parents were at a very nice lodge overlooking lakes Burero (or Bulero depending on who you believe) and Ruhondo. As we drove into the northern province I saw rain for the first time in 3 months. Here when it rains, it rains! We spent the evening sitting around a log fire and chatting with other guests – I almost had to raid mums suitcase for more clothes to wear, but they put hot water bottles in the beds in the evening.
The next morning the cloud had lifted and the views were incredible. In one direction you could see the 2 lakes, and in the other direction, 5 volcanoes. After a leisurely breakfast on the veranda, we walked down to the lake with a guide. We were told it would take 1hr 45 mins to get there and 2 hours to walk back. After less than an hour we arrived at the lake and were asked if we wanted a trip on the lake. There were about 12 local men sitting around. What followed was half an hour of discussion and to-ing and fro-ing across a small stretch of water, about which boat we should take and who should go in it. Everyone had to give their two pennies worth! We were only in the boat for about 20 minutes! We then walked to lake Ruhondo and saw where the electricity for the country is generated. As we walked back several school children were keen to practise their English. We arrived at the lodge less than 3 hours after we left!
We spent the rest of the time watching traditional dancing, enjoying the views, going on other walks, eating delicious food and I took up the offer of a massage. It was quite a shock to return home.
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