6 days Rwanda and Congo Safaris

For nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers, gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Bukavu, Congo, provides an unforgettable experience. This unusual trip covers six days and surrounds tourists in the rich scenery and varied fauna of the area. This trip is a thrilling trip as well as an opportunity to learn the need of wildlife conservation thanks to its stunning landscape and the possibility to see the magnificent mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Often referred to as the country of a thousand hills, Rwanda lives up to its name. Starting in Volcanoes National Park, the journey introduces guests to the fascinating surroundings gorillas live in. Guided hikes through dense forests and steep terrain start here for tourists, led by informed guides who provide their knowledge on gorilla behavior and conservation projects.

Trekkers get increasingly excited as they near the gorillas; seeing them is both humbling and thrilling. Watching these huge giants interacting with their families helps one to develop a great respect for biodiversity and stresses the need of its preservation. Having spent time in Rwanda, the journey next leads to Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The trip to Bukavu exposes some of Africa’s most spectacular scenery, including Lake Kivu and the rich neighbouring hills. Home to the Eastern Lowland gorillas, a species different from their mountain relatives, Kahuzi-Biega National Park is reached through Bukavu. This offers a rare chance to study and contrast several gorilla species, therefore extending the educational value of the trip.

Guided Park visits enable hikers to interact with local communities and assist sustainable tourism projects in addition to provide opportunities to see these amazing primates. In Rwanda and Congo, one cannot ignore the importance of eco-tourism. Income from gorilla trekking supports local growth and conservation projects. The money aids local people and guard’s gorilla habitats, therefore guaranteeing that next generations may also enjoy the marvel of gorilla trekking. Participating in this trekking journey enables visitors to support these essential initiatives. Ultimately, a six-day gorilla trekking trip in Rwanda and Bukavu, Congo, offers a remarkable chance to interact with the natural world and support wildlife preservation. This event is more than simply watching gorillas; it also entails learning their surroundings, boosting local businesses, and encouraging more dedication to preserving these stunning creatures. Promoting sustainability and highlighting the beauty of our planet’s fauna, such excursions should be on every eco-conscious tourist’s bucket list.

Day 1: Following Kigali International Airport, move to volcanoes.

Welcoming you upon airport arrival, our driver guide will welcome you. The driver guides next provide you a quick summary and guide you through your itinerary. You will then be transferred to Volcanoes. National Park with the One and Only gorilla’s nest as its check-in point. You will have lunch and You have the option to tour the Diane Fossey-designed Elen DeGeneres Museum. It’s a twenty. Just a few minutes’ drive from the trailhead, the Elen DeGeneres Museum created by Diane Fossey sits.

Day 2: Gorilla hike from Volcanoes National Park

On this day you will have wonderful fun meeting the mountain gorillas in Volcanoes a national park! After your delectable breakfast, your guide will find you at the lodge. You will travel for 7:30 and 8:30 a.m. ranger guides’ briefings with a packed lunch You will kick off the journey. Look for the gorillas then spend no more than an hour with them hourly. This walk could take four to five hours depending on where you meet the gorillas. The park is steep, therefore it’s best to be in excellent physical form and do some real hiking. After your stroll you will come back to the inn for dinner, relaxation, and the evening.

Day 3: Golden monkey trekkers

The briefing will lead us past potato fields along the borders of the forest. This means that the research was carried out in the same area as the official Kinigi park facility. We will eat lunch at the hotel after our three-to-four-hour hike before going on our trip. This afternoon, take things lightly.

Day 4: Traveling to Bukavu, Congo

You will depart the hotel following breakfast on this day and cross the Cyangugu border to Congo. While the Congo trip is lengthy, nature enthusiasts will be amazed by the spectacular undulating hills of Rwanda. You will next go to Bukavu town, close to Kahuzi Biega National Park, entering Congo through the Bunagana border.

Day 5: Gorilla tracking in the Eastern Lowlands in Kahuzi-Biega National Park

Beginning the lowland gorilla trekking expedition at Kahuzi-Biega National Park is registration at the park offices. You’ll have breakfast early before heading to the park offices. After registering, you will be briefed on the history of the park, expectations, and the standards for monitoring lowland gorillas. The park administration will assign you to one of the four habituated Eastern Lowland Gorilla groups. Expect to spend around four hours trying to locate the primates in the jungle. Spend, as much time as you can watching them once you have found them because you will be with them only for an hour. Remember to film as many videos and images as you can. You will return to the beginning point after completing and find the driver who will take you to lunch. You will have the afternoon free as you gear to return home.

Day 6: Travel to Kigali and back home

You should get up early and eat breakfast as you wait for the driver to start the trip across the Changungu boundary to Kigali, Rwanda. To make the long ride as memorable as possible, the driver will stop for a little while at important spots and sights along the route.