Overview of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour
3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour starts and ends from Kigali and features the drive to Congo’s Virunga National Park, sightseeing of Rwandan hillsides, Lake Kivu & Virunga volcanoes, Mountain Gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park and relaxation at Gisenyi Lake Kivu.
Safari Highlight of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour
Day 1 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Arrive in Kigali Rwanda & drive to Goma Congo
Day 2 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Mountain gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park & drive to Gisenyi Lake Kivu
Day 3 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Drive to Kigali Rwanda & depart
Day 1 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Arrive in Kigali Rwanda & drive to Goma Congo
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and then set off for the surface drive to Goma Congo amidst the scenic views of Lake Kivu, Rwandan hillsides and Virunga Volcanoes.
Accommodation
Luxury: Mikeno Lodge
Midrange: Hotel Ihusi
Day 2 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Mountain gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park & drive to Gisenyi Lake Kivu
Briefing starts at 8am at the Bukima Park station and in the company of armed ranger guides, you traverse the slopes of Virunga Volcanoes in search of the critically endangered Mountain Gorillas. Virunga National Park is part of greater Virunga massif shared along with Rwanda and Uganda with 480 Mountain Gorillas. The gorilla trek lasts 2 – 8 hours inclusive of one hour of actual viewing, exploring them as they forage and socialise where you can take memorable photos as well. From the activity, cross back to Rwanda and spend the evening relaxing at the sandy beaches of Gisenyi – Lake Kivu.
Accommodation
Luxury / Upmarket: Serena Resort Lake Kivu
Midrange: Hotel Paladise Malahide
Day 3 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Drive to Kigali Rwanda & depart
Enjoy breakfast and later drive back to Kigali 358km about 3 hours drive. Depending on the flight time, you will be dropped off at the Airport for check in.
End of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour
- Safari Overview and Highlights
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Overview of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour
3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour starts and ends from Kigali and features the drive to Congo’s Virunga National Park, sightseeing of Rwandan hillsides, Lake Kivu & Virunga volcanoes, Mountain Gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park and relaxation at Gisenyi Lake Kivu.
Safari Highlight of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour
Day 1 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Arrive in Kigali Rwanda & drive to Goma Congo
Day 2 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Mountain gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park & drive to Gisenyi Lake Kivu
Day 3 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Drive to Kigali Rwanda & depart
- Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Arrive in Kigali Rwanda & drive to Goma Congo
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and then set off for the surface drive to Goma Congo amidst the scenic views of Lake Kivu, Rwandan hillsides and Virunga Volcanoes.
Accommodation
Luxury: Mikeno Lodge
Midrange: Hotel Ihusi
Day 2 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Mountain gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park & drive to Gisenyi Lake Kivu
Briefing starts at 8am at the Bukima Park station and in the company of armed ranger guides, you traverse the slopes of Virunga Volcanoes in search of the critically endangered Mountain Gorillas. Virunga National Park is part of greater Virunga massif shared along with Rwanda and Uganda with 480 Mountain Gorillas. The gorilla trek lasts 2 – 8 hours inclusive of one hour of actual viewing, exploring them as they forage and socialise where you can take memorable photos as well. From the activity, cross back to Rwanda and spend the evening relaxing at the sandy beaches of Gisenyi – Lake Kivu.
Accommodation
Luxury / Upmarket: Serena Resort Lake Kivu
Midrange: Hotel Paladise Malahide
Day 3 of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour: Drive to Kigali Rwanda & depart
Enjoy breakfast and later drive back to Kigali 358km about 3 hours drive. Depending on the flight time, you will be dropped off at the Airport for check in.
End of the 3 Days Mountain Gorilla Safari in Congo Tour
- Inclusions
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- Exclusions
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