Main Info
The 4 days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour is a short yet rewarding tour based within with magnificent Virunga National Park, within the Eastern side of Democratic Republic of Congo.
Gazetted in 1925, Virunga National Park is one of the oldest Parks in Africa and undoubtedly one of the most diverse places for wildlife, bird-life and much other exceptional. There are presently 8 habituated gorilla families, thus only 64 gorilla permits are available per day at only $450 per person. Therefore, this is the best budget Gorilla trip allowing trekkers to visit two of Virunga’s Gorilla Families at less than $1000 for gorilla permits that cannot be achieved for the same activity in the neighboring Rwanda. If your dream has always been to have a double gorilla trek at a low cost, then the 4 days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour is your ultimate safari.
Highlights of the 4 days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour
- Tour starts and ends in Kigali, Rwanda.
- Double gorilla trek.
- Border crossing.
- Mammals, reptiles, Amphibians and unique tree species in Virunga National Park.
- Kigali City Tour.
Brief itinerary of the 4 days Congo Gorilla Trek
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Goma (DRC).
Day 2: First Gorilla Trek.
Day 3: Second Gorilla Trek.
Day 4: Drive back to Kigali.
Detailed itinerary of the 4 Days Congo Gorilla Safari
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Goma (DRC)
At Kigali International Airport or place of stay, your 4 days Congo Gorilla Trekking tour driver/guide will pick you up for a drive to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Start the drive after a briefing and this will last 4-5 hours before you finally cross-over to Congo through the Gisenyi border point. Your tour driver/guide will offer assistance with the necessary clearance and proceed to Goma where you will head to the Park Head offices for your permits and finally to the Lodge for meals and overnight.
Overnight stay at:
- Budget: Ihusi Hotel.
- Midrange: Lac Kivu Lodge.
- Luxury Mikeno Lodge.
Drive time: 4-5 hours.
Meal Plan: (will depend on arrival time at Kigali International Airport but dinner is a sure deal).
Day 2: First Gorilla Trek
On day 2 of your 4 days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour, arise for breakfast and be driven to the Park Headquarters (Bukima post) for briefing and make sure to carry along your gorilla permit, packed Lunch, drinking water and trekking gear. Meet fellow trekkers, ranger guides and porters at the Park Headquarters and start the trek that will last from 1-4 hours. However, trekking time can sometimes go beyond the indicated time because it depends on the movement of the mountain gorillas but once found, you will have one hour of interaction through photography and studying them go about with their daily activities. Partake of your packed Lunch and return to the Lodge to freshen-up, dine and rest.
Overnight stay at:
- Budget: Ihusi Hotel.
- Midrange: Lac Kivu Lodge.
- Luxury Mikeno Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 3: Second Gorilla Trek
Day 3 is also another special day of your 4 days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour because you will be trekking another fascinating gorilla family in Virunga National Park and will be done in the same process as the previous day. After the trek return to the Lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Overnight stay at:
- Budget: Ihusi Hotel.
- Midrange: Lac Kivu Lodge.
- Luxury Mikeno Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 4: Drive back to Kigali
Have breakfast and check-out of the Lodge for a transfer to Kigali City, where you will have Lunch and proceed to Kigali International Airport or place of residence.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch.
End of your 4 Days Congo Gorilla Trek
Inclusions;
- Congo tourist Visa.
- Gorilla permits for two gorilla families.
- Border crossing.
- Relevant Government taxes.
- Bottled water.
- Transport by a customized 4WD Vehicle.
- Accommodation for 3 nights.
- Airport transfers as long as it is on the last day of the safari.
- Services of a full-time English speaking guide.
Exclusions;
- Rwanda visa fees.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Personal expenses such as beverages, gratuities, souvenirs, shopping, laundry fees and porter fees.
- Accommodation in Kigali.
- Domestic and International Airfares.
- Optional activities on the itinerary.
