4 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour
4 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour is exciting as you trek the Mountain Gorillas at Virunga National Park. This 4 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour is ideal for travelers on Congo Gorilla Trekking Safari as they get to watch the rare species of Mountain Gorillas in their natural forest vegetation habitat at Virunga National Park located a few kilometers off the busy town of Goma.
Virunga National Park is located after the crowded Goma Town and popularly known to offer remark bale Mountain Gorilla Trekking Adventures to travelers on holiday vacation. While on safari in Congo, you shall travel to Virunga National Park and enjoy being in the presence of these majestic Primates as they take you through their daily lives an adventure so exceptional and amazing.
Trip Overview of the Gorilla Trekking Tour
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Virunga National Park
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking at Virunga National Park
Day 3: Hike (Ascend) to Mountain Nyiragongo Volcano
Day 4: Descend to Kibati then to Airport
Detailed Itinerary of the Gorilla Trekking Tour
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Virunga National Park
The 4 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour starts with dropping at the Kigali International Airport then embark on transfer to cross the border into the DR Congo. Lunch is en-route and after a while, you shall reach the border hand in your valid documentation then traverse into Goma Town where you relax, take a tour. After the Tour, you shall proceed to the popular Virunga National Park and check-in lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Mikeno Lodge.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking at Virunga National Park
The second day gives you a chance to be in the presence of the Mountain Gorillas.
You shall have early morning breakfast then continue to the park headquarters for short briefing on conduct around the Mountain Gorillas and here the guide informs you about Virunga National Park, Mountain Gorillas and the various families that inhabit the green terrain vegetation.
The guide also informs you about the safety protocols, importance of conservation efforts. After briefing, you are allocated into groups of 8 with lead park rangers.
You shall get to enter the green forest to trek the Gorillas for a period of 3 to 5hours depending on current location of the Gorillas.
Some treks are relatively short and straightforward, while others might require exceptional determination to get to the Gorillas in their natural forest habitat. After a while following varying trails in the forest, you shall meet the Gorillas and stay in their presence taking many photos to keep.
After trekking the Mountain Gorillas, you shall return to your lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Mikeno Lodge.
Day 3: Hike (Ascend) to Mountain Nyiragongo Volcano
On the 3rd Day of the 4 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour you shall have breakfast then proceed to the Kibati Patrol Station where you are briefed on conduct while hiking the Mountain Nyiragongo Volcano. After a while, you shall embark on trek/ hike to the top of the Mountain Volcano for a period of 6 hours depending on the physical fitness of the group.
En-route your hike, you shall view the green terrain vegetation, bird species, wildlife animals etc until you reach the top of the Mountain Volcano.
You shall get here with porters who carry your luggage and belongings as well as ranger guars who offer you protection since they are fully armed to enhance this cause.
On reaching the summit, take many photos of the Lava and the Caldera then as the sun sets, get into the summit cabins to enjoy Dinner and Overnight.
Day 4: Descend to Kibati then to Airport
The final Day of the 4 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking Tour, you shall embark on descent to the Kibati Patrol Station at the base where you leave from to get to the lodge or Goma International airport to Board Flight back home.
Safari Includes
Gorilla Trekking Permit
Professional English speaking Guide
Accommodations and Meals
Transportation in a 4×4 Wheel Drive
Park Entrance Fees
Mt Nyiragongo Volcano Hiking Permit
Safari Excludes
International Flights
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Visa Fees
Optional Extra Activities
Vaccinations and Medical Requirements
Tips and Gratuities for guides, drivers, and other staff members.
Additional Permits