5 Days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari
5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari & is a n exceptional package you should take part in. The 5 Days gorilla safari entail double gorilla trekking to see the endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National park in Rwanda and lowland gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Enjoy an encounter with two gorilla species in their natural habitat on this 5 Days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari gives you chance
Lowland Gorilla in Congo
Brief itinerary for the 5 Days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari
- Day 1: Welcome for your 5 days gorilla trek Rwanda & lowland gorillas tour
- Day 2: 1st gorilla trekking, Iby’Iwacu cultural village visit or Twin Lakes
- Day 3 of 5 days gorilla trek, travel to Bukavu of D.R. Congo
- Day 4 of the 5 days: Lowland gorilla trekking
- Day 5: Departure
Detailed itinerary of the 5 Days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari
Day 1: Welcome for your 5 days gorilla trek Rwanda & lowland gorillas tour
A warm welcome into Rwanda at the Kigali airport on arrival by your tour leader, after, be prepared for transfer to Volcanoes National Park a compact gorilla safari park that expands on 160sq.km land area. A journey to Volcanoes N.Park in Southwestern Rwanda will cover from 2-3 hours and it includes stunning views of the countryside rolling hills. Arrive at Ruhengeri early, check into the accommodation at Volcanoes National Park-Rwanda for evening refreshments and overnight stay.
Where to stay in Volcanoes National Park
Luxury: Gorillas View Hotel/Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Midrange: La Palme Hotel/Le Bambou/Da Vinci Lodge
Basic: Hotel Muhabura
Day 2: 1st gorilla trekking, Iby’Iwacu cultural village visit or Twin Lakes
Begin the second day of the 5 days gorilla trek Rwanda & Lowland gorillas with breakfast and after, briefing at Kinigi visitor center. Learn more about what rules and regulations to observe while trekking mountain gorillas, at 8:00 am, get into the jungles to look for family allocated to you. Parc National des Volcans boasts of 13 habituated gorilla groups but each is trekked by only 8 visitors.
For today’s case, make sure there is some pack of snacks, bottled water, and a walking stick. Once you have met a gorilla group, enjoy a complete 1-hour taking photos, learning more about the behaviors of gorillas then return for relaxation or have lunch. Twin Lake tour (Burera & Ruhondo Lakes) will follow in the late afternoon or visit the Iby’Iwacu village just next to Volcanoes N/Park.
Where to stay
Luxury: Gorillas View Hotel/Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Midrange: La Palme Hotel/Le Bambou/Da Vinci Lodge
Basic: Hotel Muhabura
Day 3 of 5 days gorilla trek, travel to Bukavu of D.R. Congo
Day 3 of the 5 Days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari involves transferring to Kahuzi-Biega National Park (6000sq.km). Take Cyangugu border route, drive to cross to the D.R. Congo and the en-route journey includes a visit to National Museum at Butare. Enjoy views of Lake Kivu which is notably the largest freshwater lake in the whole of Rwanda.
Where to stay at Kahuzi-Biega National Park
Luxury: Coco Lodge
Midrange: Orchid Safari Lodge
Basic: Horizon Hotel
Day 4 of the 5 days: Lowland gorilla trekking
Wake up early for breakfast, after, leave the lodge for a briefing about lowland gorilla trekking regulations-D.R. Congo. You will be trekking to see Eastern Lowland gorillas in Kahuzi-Biega National Park and like mountain gorillas, you will have one gorilla group assigned to you to track today. One hour will be allowed for you to spend face to face with lowland gorillas by your Congo gorilla safari guide.
After the retreat and have a relaxed afternoon, then end the day with a nature walk. On your foot-walk tour, you will be paying a visit to Tshibati waterfalls, tour Bukavu town, tour the traditional homes, Mbayo tea plantations, etc.
Where to stay
Luxury: Coco Lodge
Midrange: Orchid Safari Lodge
Basic: Horizon Hotel
Day 5: Departure
Early morning, have a leisurely breakfast in the lodge at Kahuzi-Biega and after, meet your driver for a transfer. Cross to Rwanda through Cyangugu border and be dropped at the place of residence, hotel, or Kigali airport in the afternoon-marking the end of 5 days gorilla trek Rwanda & Lowland gorillas.
End of the 5 Days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari
Inclusions
- Gorilla permits, Congo & Rwanda
- Park entry fees while on Rwanda safari
- Bottled water on a safari in Rwanda & Congo
- Driver guide services throughout the tour
- Ground travel 4WD vehicle to & from Congo
Exclusions
- Cigars
- Travel Insurance
- Shopping
- Laundry services
- Telephone calls
- Tips
- Beverages
- Airfares
What to pack for Rwanda & Congo Gorilla Trekking
- Valid gorilla permits both for Congo & Rwanda
- Long-sleeved shirts should be comfortable
- Trousers
- Sweater
- Flashlight free camera
- Daypack
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Rain jackets
- First aid kit
- Gardening gloves
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Toiletries
