6 Days Congo Gorilla Trek and Nyiragongo Hike
6 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking and Mt Nyiragongo Hike at Virunga National Park and Kahuzi Biega National Park. This 6 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking and Mt Nyiragongo Hike is ideal for travelers on holiday vacation in the DR Congo nd are interested in hiking Mountain Nyiragongo Volcano, Trekking the Mountain and Eastern Lowland Gorillas in their natural forest vegetation habitat.
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 Safari
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 and transfer to Kahuzi Biega
Day 5: Eastern Lowland Gorilla Trek at Kahuzi Biega National Park
Day 6: Depart to Goma International Airport
Detailed Itinerary Of The Safari
Day 1: Arrival And Transfer To Virunga National Park
The 6 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking and Mt Nyiragongo Hike 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 the6 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking and Mt Nyiragongo Hike 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 and transfer to Kahuzi Biega
Have delicious morning breakfast then embark on descent to the Kibati Patrol Station. On reaching the base at the station, you congratulate yourselves then tip the guides, porter and later proceed to your 4×4 wheel vehicle to transfer you to the stunning Kahuzi Biega National Park located in the Southern province of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
On your journey en-route have views at the terrain landscape, birds as well as have lunch and after a while you reach the park and check-in lodge for relaxation, Dinner and Overnight. Coco Lodge.
Day 5: Eastern Lowland Gorilla Trek at Kahuzi Biega National Park
The 5th Day of the 6 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking and Mt Nyiragongo Hike gives you a chance to be in the presence of the rare species of the majestic Eastern Lowland Gorillas.
Have early morning breakfast at 6:30 am then embark on transfer to the park headquarters for short briefing on conduct around the Eastern Lowland Gorillas. You shall meet a park ranger guide who takes you through a briefing session as they inform you about Kahuzi Biega National Park, the various primates like Gorillas, monkeys and bird species that inhabit the thick green vegetation habitat.
After the briefing session, you are allocated into groups of 8 with lead park ranger guides who lead you to enter the green forest vegetation to trek the Eastern Lowland Gorillas. You shall follow varying trails looking out for these amazing species for a period of 3 to 5 hours depending on their current location as reported by the rangers with trackers then after, you shall meet them and stay in their presence taking many photos to keep.
You shall realize that the Eastern Lowland Gorillas are the same as Mountain Gorillas although with differing features that make them stand out. The features include nose, ears, arms, fur color etc. After trekking and being in the presence of these giant Apes, you shall transfer to the park headquarters then to your car to transfer to your lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Coco Lodge.
Day 6: Depart to Goma International Airport
The final Day of the 6 Days Congo Gorilla Trekking and Mt Nyiragongo Hike, you shall embark on journey to the Goma International airport to Board your Flight back home.
Safari Includes
- Gorilla Trekking Permits
- Mt Nyiragongo Hike Permit
- Transportation in 4×4 wheel vehicle
- Accommodation and Meals
- Experienced Guides
- Park Entrance Fees
- Safety Equipment
Safari Excludes
- International Flights
- Visa Fees
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Optional Extra Activities
- Additional Permits
- Vaccinations and Medical Requirements
- Tips and Gratuities for guides, porters and other staff.
- Incidental Expenses