This 4 Days Congo Gorillas and Volcano Hike, take you to the famous Virunga national park, a world heritage site where dwells the rare Mountain Gorilla & most of the big game animals of Africa. It has the highest amount of biodiversity of any park in Africa and is also the oldest Park in Africa.
Countries in Tour:
South Africa
Attractions:
Rwanda, Congo
Itinerary
Day 1
Airport Pick up – Virunga Nat Park
You will be met on arrival at Kigali Airport and drive to Rwanda / Congo (DRC) border – Grande Barriére (La Corniche ). Assisted to clear with customs and cross border entering the Democratic Republic of Congo. Proceed on to Goma or Virunga national Park for overnight at your Hotel
Day 2
Virunga Nat Park – Gorilla Tracking
After an early breakfast depart for Parc National des Virunga and on to the starting point of your gorilla tracking experience. After completing our park formalities, we embark on a once in a life time experience of tracking mountain gorillas. These massive primates are extremely rare, with less than 700 living today. You will get within meters of the family, and be privileged to spend an hour amongst them. Return to your Hotel/Lodge for overnight .
Day 3
Nyiragongo Volcano Hike
After an early breakfast; today is real adventure where you spend a day hiking the live volcano Nyiragongo. The trek includes a walk through lush forest and lava fields with a steep incline near the top, and includes an overnight stay in the Nyiragongo Crater Cabanas on the volcano rim. The stunning views both day and night make this an unforgettable experience. Later stay for overnight in tents at the rim of the giant crater high above the active lava lake. CRATER BANDAS – Ready Food and Water are included in the rates below. Things to bring for Nyiragongo Hiking – Sleeping Bag, Change of dry clothes, Rain gear, Good walking shoes, Warm Clothes (sweater, jacket) it is cold up the rim. Sun cream, warm Hat, Torch, Camera and any other personal toiletries
Day 4
Goma - Kigali
After breakfast descend by 0700 hrs arriving at the trail head before lunch. Continue back to Goma City for lunch. Thereafter be transferred back to Rwanda, Kigali Airport for departure.
Included:
Congo Tourist Visa
Airport transfers
Accommodations with meals mentioned
Bottled drinking water
4x4 custom built safari vehicle with knowledgeable driver/guide and fuel (Landcruise or super custom)
Permit fees
The following activities: Primate visits (Gorillas)
Nyiragongo Hike Permit
Not Included:
International flights
Visa for Rwanda
All optional activities
Insurances
Meals not mentioned and beverages
Tips and personal expenses such as laundry and communication
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