3 Days Congo Lowland Gorilla Safari – Silverback Gorilla Tour

3 Days Lowland Gorilla Tour is one of the best budget Congo gorilla safaris set for you to explore Kahuzi-Biega National Park. The package covers mainly Eastern Lowland gorilla trekking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park in the D.R. Congo, the only country where both Eastern Lowland and mountain gorillas can be spotted in the wild. Kahuzi-Biega National Park is one of the largest parks in the D.R. Congo, expanding up to 6000sq.km. It is home to Eastern Lowland gorillas besides Maiko National Park. If you are interested in Eastern Lowland gorilla trekking, Kahuzi-Biega National Park is the right place to be, and the 3 days Lowland gorilla tours are uniquely designed to make you realize your dream.

3 Days Lowland Gorilla Tour

Brief Itinerary for the 3 Days Congo Lowland Gorilla Safari

  • Day 1: Kigali to Bukavu in the D.R. Congo
  • Day 2: Lowland gorilla trekking Kahuzi-Biega N/Park
  • Day 3: Kahuzi-Biega to Kigali in Rwanda

Detailed Itinerary of the 3 Days Congo Lowland gorilla tour

Day 1: Kigali to Bukavu in the D.R. Congo

Day 1 of your 3 days Lowland gorilla tour, meet your Congo safari guide for a warm welcome and briefing about your trip. After, undertaking a quick Kigali city tour to visit the Gisozi genocide site-historical site that gives insight into the 1994 Rwanda genocide; visit the nearby local markets. Lunch be enjoyed in Kigali and you drive via the Southwestern side of Rwanda through the Cyangugu border then arrive at Bukavu Town in D.R. Congo.

Accommodation

Luxury: Orchid Safari Lodge

Midrange/Basic: Hotel Horizon

Day 2: Lowland Gorilla trekking Kahuzi-Biega National Park

Wake up early to enjoy a hefty breakfast, after, drive to the briefing point in Kahuzi-Biega National Park. Learn more about Lowland gorilla trekking rules and regulations. After, begin trekking through Kahuzi-Biega after you have been allocated to habituated Eastern Lowland gorilla family. Only one hour will be allowed for you to have face to face with Eastern Lowland gorillas in the jungles of Kahuzi-Biega then you return to the lodge to relax.

In the afternoon, take time to enjoy a guided nature walk where you will visit beautiful sites like Kibati waterfalls or tour Bukavu Town and nearby communities.

Accommodation

Luxury: Orchid Safari Lodge

Midrange/Basic: Hotel Horizon

Day 3: Kahuzi-Biega to Kigali in Rwanda

Enjoy the best of your early morning tea or coffee, after, leave Kahuzi-Biega National Park for Kigali. Arrive at Kigali Airport early for departure and this marks the end of the 3 days Lowland gorilla tour Kahuzi-Biega in the D.R. Congo.

End of the 3 Days Lowland Gorilla Safari

Inclusions

  • Eastern Lowland gorilla permit
  • Congo tourist visa
  • 2 nights and meals on 3 days Lowland gorilla tour
  • Fulltime English speaking driver or guide from Congo
  • 4WD vehicle for to and fro trips
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

  • Laundry
  • Telephone
  • Cigars
  • Tips
  • Shopping
  • Insurance
  • Airfares
  • Beverages

Packing List for Congo Gorilla Trekking

  • Hiking permit
  • Waterproof hiking boots
  • Visas
  • Gardening gloves
  • Insect repellents
  • Passport
  • Snacks
  • Camera-this should be free from the flashlight
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Long-sleeved shirts
  • Bottled water
  • First aid kit
  • Daypack

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