7 Days Congo Gorillas and Nyiragongo Safari

The 7 Days Congo Gorillas and Nyiragongo Safari is a tour package that offers a chance to go gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park and hiking the Nyiragongo Volcano to see the world’s largest lava lake.

The itinerary typically includes:

  • Day 1: Arrival in Goma
  • Day 2: Gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park
  • Day 3: Second gorilla trekking or visit to Senkwekwe Gorilla Orphanage
  • Day 4: Nyiragongo Volcano Hike
  • Day 5: Descend from Nyiragongo and transfer to Mikeno Lodge
  • Day 6: Visit to Tchegera Island on Lake Kivu
  • Day 7: Departure from Goma

Here is the detailed itinerary for the 7 Days Congo Gorilla trekking and Nyiragongo safari:

  • Arrival at Goma International Airport
  • Meet and greet by your safari guide
  • Transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay
  • Breakfast at the lodge
  • Transfer to Virunga National Park
  • Briefing by park rangers and allocation of gorilla families
  • Hiking through the forest to track the gorillas
  • One hour of close encounter with the gorillas
  • Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay
  • Breakfast at the lodge
  • Option 1: Second gorilla trekking to a different family in Virunga National Park
  • Option 2: Visit to Senkwekwe Gorilla Orphanage to see the young gorillas
  • Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay
  • Breakfast at the lodge
  • Transfer to Kibati ranger station
  • Briefing by park rangers and allocation of hiking groups
  • Hiking to the top of Nyiragongo volcano (5-6 hours)
  • Arrival at the summit to see the world’s largest lava lake
  • Overnight stay in basic cabins on the summit
  • Breakfast on the summit
  • Descend from the volcano and transfer to Mikeno Lodge
  • Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge
  • Breakfast at the lodge
  • Transfer to Bukavu
  • Boat ride to Tchegera Island on Lake Kivu
  • Relaxation on the island with swimming, kayaking, and hiking
  • Return to Bukavu for dinner and overnight stay
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Transfer to Goma International Airport for departure flight

Note: The itinerary may vary depending on the gorilla families assigned by the park authorities, and the hiking pace of the group during the Nyiragongo hike.

End of the 7 Days Congo Gorillas and Nyiragongo Safari.

This 7 Days Congo Gorillas includes

  • Accommodation for 6 nights
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Transportation within Congo as per the itinerary
  • Services of an English-speaking guide
  • Permits for gorilla trekking and Nyiragongo hiking
  • Park entrance fees
  • Bottled drinking water during safari activities

This Tour Excludes

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Additional meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, porters, and drivers
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs and laundry services
  • Optional activities not specified in the itinerary
  • Any expenses arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays or cancellations, natural disasters, or medical emergencies.

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