Virunga National Park is popular for its mountain and several volcanoes with the most popular being Nyiragongo, it is one of the largest national parks in Africa, situated in the eastern part of the democratic republic of Congo, the 5 Days Mountain Gorillas and Nyiragongo Hike presents an opportunity to experience Congo differently.
Itinerary overview
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Gisenyi
Day 2: Transfer to Kibumba
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking
Day 4: Hiking Mountain Nyiragongo
Day 5: Descend the forest and departure
Detailed travel plan
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Gisenyi
Upon arrival, you will be met by a Belle Africa Tours company representative who will transfer you through the beautiful villages of Rwanda while you enjoy the views of tea plantations and the rolling hills, arriving along the shores of Lake Kivu for a dinner and stay overnight at
Lake Kivu Serena lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.
Day 2: Transfer to Kibumba
Following an early morning breakfast, we will drive to Kibumba for clearance and receive our gorilla permits, after we do this we transfer to the lodge for lunch en-route, arriving at check-in and afternoon relaxation. at
Kibumba tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking
We will have breakfast, after which drive to the park headquarters for a briefing, you will then head to the forest in search of the Majestic creatures, passing through the terrain for 2 or more hours depending on how far the gorilla families have moved. You are allowed to spend one hour with the gorillas after which return to the lodge for lunch a relaxed evening or you can choose to take an evening walk.
Kibumba tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4: Hiking Mountain Nyiragongo
Following an early breakfast, we will drive to the park center for a briefing before we start our day’s adventures, you will be able to meet other travellers the Hike begins at around 10:00am after reaching the tracking point, hiking takes approximately 6 hours depending on the speed of the last person, you will have an opportunity of seeing the active volcanic larva, spending the night at the summit
Day 5: Descend Nyirangongo – Transfer Kigali
Today morning, you will descend the volcano, arriving to meet our guide who will transfer you to Kigali to catch your flight back home.
The 5 Days Mountain Gorillas and Nyiragongo Hike includes;
- All ground transportation.
- Full board accommodation.
- Hiking permits.
- Park entrance and conservation fees.
- Meals and drinks as indicated in the travel plan.
- Border crossing fees.
Excludes
- Meals and drinks not included in the travel plan.
- Visa fees and air tickets.
- Gratitude and tips to hotel staff and driver guides.