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4 Days Congo Gorilla & Nyiragongo Hiking Tour

from $1700

*price p.p. incl. guide, safari-jeep, hotel and park entrance fees, excl. international flight (Based on 6 persons)

Note: We have discounts for kids 12 years old or younger.

4 Days

Private or Group

Safari

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Rwanda-genocide
niragongo

DURATION

4 Days

TOUR TYPE

Lodge Safaris, Private Safaris, Fly In Safari

ACTIVITIES

TRANSPORT

Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle

Overview

Referred as one of the most exciting destinations for seeing mountain gorillas. In this 4 Days Congo gorilla expeditious safari tour shall take you mountain gorilla trekking in Congo’s famous Virunga and later you shall go Nyiragongo hiking tour to explore the most exciting stratovolcano that has a lake which is about 600m deep and has one of the most fluid lava in the world. The lava from an erupting volcano is not usually so dangerous as it travels at a slow sped of about 1 to 10km/hr.
This 4 day Congo gorilla safari starts and ends in Kigali Rwanda or Goma international airport, explore Congo mountain gorillas and hike Nyiragongo volcano in Virunga national park.

This hike to Mount Nyiragongo will blow your mind. The experience is unforgettable

4 Days Congo Gorilla & Nyiragongo Hiking Tour

BUDGET Accommodation

2 Persons

4 Persons

6+ Persons

$ 00
$ 00
$ 00

STANDARD Accommodation

2 Persons

4 Persons

6+ Persons

$ 00
$ 00
$ 00

LUXURY Accommodation

2 Persons

4 Persons

6 Persons

$ 00
$ 00
$ 00

* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

Price includes

Price Excludes

Where you shall visit

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Highlights

  • Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Goma in D. R. Congo
  • Day 2: Congo Gorilla Trekking in Virunga National Park
  • Day 3: Hiking Mount Nyiragongo
  • Day 4: Descend from Nyiragongo Volcano

Detailed Itinerary

  • Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Goma in D. R. Congo

    Upon your arrival in Rwanda, you shall be met and picked from Kigali International Airport. Our professional driver guide shall pick you up, brief you about your safari expectations.

    Depending on the time of arrival, you shall proceed for a Kigali city tour where you shall visit the famous Rwanda genocide museum, local market encounter and later transfer to Goma in DRC which is always 4-5 hours’ drive Cross boarder and transfer to your hotel, Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 2: Congo Gorilla Trekking in Virunga National Park

    Today, you shall wake up early morning, have breakfast and transfer to Bukima Virunga National Park headquarters. Here, you shall have a briefing about the Gorilla Tracking Rules before venturing into the deep forest to search for the adorable mountain gorillas. The Congo gorilla trekking takes about 3-6 hours depending on the last gorilla location. The excitement is much but upon meeting the gorillas, you shall only have one hour as you watch them play, mate and relate.

    After the encounter, you shall return to the park headquarters and later transfer to Kibumba Tented camp as you enjoy the view of the Mikeno mountain which is part of the Virunga mountains.

    Gorilla weight, height & size
  • Day 3: Hiking Mount Nyiragongo

    Today, is an adventure day. You shall wake up early morning, enjoy your breakfast and take short drive from your accommodation to Kibati which is the starting point for Nyiragongo climbing in Virunga national park. After a briefing with park rangers, start hiking Nyiragongo volcano and hike through an impressive rain forest with various stop points along the trail, the Nyiragongo Volcano hike is a demanding one that takes between 5-7 hours and it always starts from 9;00am and to ease your hiking, you may request for a porter.

    You are free to hike at your own pace, so take your time when climbing the Nyiragongo to enable you reach the top summit. After the encounter, enjoy the impressive view of the crater and watch the lava inside before proceeding for the overnight at the crater.

  • Day 4: Descend from Nyiragongo Volcano

    After breakfast that is always served by 6:00am, start to descend down from Nyiragongo volcano mountain and meet your safari driver to Kibati station before proceeding for a transfer to Kigali.

    You shall have your lunch en-route before being dropped at Kigali International airport or at a desired accommodation.

Why book this 4 Days Congo Gorilla & Nyiragongo Hiking Tour

FLEXIBLE CANCELATION

Cancel up to 60 days before departure.

EXPERT LOCAL GUIDES

Only guides with 10+ years of Guiding experience.

NO HIDDEN FEES

All prices are final. No suprises at all.

24/7 SUPPORT

We're always available throughout and after the trip.

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Low season
Oct, Nov, Mar, Apr, may

Peak season
Jun, July, Aug, Sept, Dec

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