Our 3 Days Gorilla Trekking Tour in Congo will take you to Virunga National Park, the conservation area consists of several plant and tree species, it was created in 1925 and is among the first protected areas in Africa, the park is home to mountain gorillas a critically endangered species found in the Virunga volcanic region, the thousands of animal species call this home, it is was declared a UNESCO world heritage site to protect the mammals, birds, amphibians, and reptiles living in the park. Mountain gorillas live freely feeding on plant kinds, the tour will give you an insight into the Virunga National Park.
Itinerary overview
Day 1: Pick up and Transfer to Bukima.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking.
Day 3: Transfer to Kigali international airport.
Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Pickup and Transfer to Bukima
You will be picked early morning by our company representative who will transfer you to Bukima, in the democratic republic of Congo, lunch en-route in Goma town before we cross to the town enjoy beautiful views of Rwanda while traveling to the destination dinner and stay overnight at
Luxury: Bukima tented camp | Mikeno lodge
Midrange: Kibumba camp
Best budget: Tchegera tented camp
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking
Following a morning breakfast, you will be transferred to park headquarters for gorilla trekking, the activity can take 2 or more hours depending on how far these gorilla families have moved, one hour is allowed with the mountain gorillas once you meet them after which we will return for dinner and stay overnight at
Luxury: Bukima tented camp | Mikeno lodge
Midrange: Kibumba camp
Best budget: Tchegera tented camp
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3: Departure to Kigali
After breakfast, you will return to Kigali to catch your flight back home, you may choose to extend a night in Kigali according to your program before you say bye to the countries.
Trip includes
- All ground transportation.
- Border crossing fees.
- Park and conservation fees.
- English speaking guide.
- Water on board.
- Meals and drinks as indicated in the travel plan.
- Accommodation as identified.
- Gorilla permit.
Excludes
- Visa fees and air tickets.
- Meals and drinks not included in the travel plan.
- Gratitude and tips to hotel staff.
- Extra costs as a result of personal delays.
- Item of personal nature.