5 days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari

5 days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari – Gorilla Trekking Rwanda and Congo

The 5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari is amazingly one of the best combined gorilla safari packages. The 4nights/5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari takes you through a double mountain gorilla encounter in the wild both in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), East-Central Africa.

5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari takes you a lifetime mountain gorilla trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda and in Virunga National Park, D.R. Congo. Volcanoes National Park is Rwanda’s only mountain gorilla park set in the fur Northwest and has 13 habituated gorilla group families.

Virunga National Park D.R. Congo is Africa’s oldest and one of the largest parks located in the Eastern side of the country. The park was founded in 1925 and covers up to 7800sq.kms of land area, featuring varied habitats where 8 habituated gorilla families all live. The 5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari includes border crossing but starts and ends in Kigali Rwanda.

Tour Highlights 

  • Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
  • Gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park
  • Kigali city tour

Brief itinerary for 5 days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari

  • Day 1: Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
  • Day 2: Gorilla trekking Volcanoes NP in Ruhengeri
  • Day 3: Volcanoes NP to Virunga National Park D.R. Congo
  • Day 4 of 5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla safari: Gorilla trekking in Virunga NP
  • Day 5: Virunga NP to Kigali

Detailed itinerary for 5 days Rwanda Congo Gorilla Safari

Day 1: Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

Day one of your Rwanda and Congo safari involves transferring from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park after breakfast back in your hotel.

But first, you will undertake a Kigali city tour- visiting Kigali genocide centre, local markets and more. Have lunch and then connect to Volcanoes NP in Ruhengeri for overnight stay in a comfortable lodge.

Accommodation

  • Budget: Muhabura Hotel
  • Midrange/Moderate: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge/Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
  • Luxury: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge/Bisate Lodge/Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

Day 2: Gorilla trekking Volcanoes NP in Ruhengeri

5 days Rwanda Congo Gorilla SafariGorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park: Have an early morning breakfast and after, assemble for briefing at 7:00am at Kinigi.

At 8:00am, hit the forest with lead of guide to look for the allocated gorilla group taking you 2-6 hours inclusive of 1 hour for face to face encounter.

Retreat afterwards, relax at the accommodation and in the evening, go explore more about Banyarwanda cultures, traditions, dances and music performance during the visit at Iby’Iwacu cultural village.

Accommodation

  • Budget: Muhabura Hotel
  • Midrange/Moderate: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge/Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
  • Luxury: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge/Bisate Lodge/Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

Day 3: Volcanoes NP to Virunga National Park D.R. Congo

Enjoy breakfast at leisure and after, check out of the lodge then set off to Virunga National Park Congo. Drive to Goma through Gisenyi and upon arrival, settle at the booked gorilla safari lodge in Virunga NP.

Accommodation

  • Budget: Hotel Cape Kivu
  • Midrange: Bukima Tented Camp
  • Luxury: Mikeno Lodge

Day 4: Gorilla trekking in Virunga NP

Gorilla trekking Virunga National Park: After an early morning breakfast, assemble at Virunga park offices for briefing on gorilla trekking guidelines as early as 7:00am.

Leave to look for assigned gorilla group in the jungles of Virunga National Park 2-6 hours including one hour of close encounter, photography and more. Get back afterwards, have a relaxed evening full of refreshments.

Accommodation

  • Budget: Hotel Cape Kivu
  • Midrange: Bukima Tented Camp
  • Luxury: Mikeno Lodge

Day 5: Virunga NP to Kigali

Breakfast early morning and after, board your 4×4 safari vehicle ready to return to Kigali Rwanda. Take flight back home or settle at the hotel.

End of 5 days Rwanda Congo gorilla Safari

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Safari package inclusions

  • Gorilla permits (Rwanda $1500 and Congo $450)
  • Entrance fees to parks and other tourist sites
  • Fulltime professional English speaking guide
  • Ground travel in Rwanda & Congo
  • All trip activities costs except the optional ones
  • Border crossing costs
  • Bottled water
  • Accommodation 4nights & meals in Rwanda & Congo

Safari package exclusions

  • Beverages
  • Airfares
  • Laundry
  • Telephone bills
  • Insurance
  • Visas
  • Tipping
  • Shopping

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda VS Gorilla Trekking in Virunga National Park, Congo

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, offers a highly organized experience with a reputation for safety, excellent infrastructure, and experienced guides. It is ideal for first-time trekkers due to its accessibility and well-maintained trails. Permits cost $1,500 per person, contributing significantly to conservation and community development.

In Virunga National Park, Congo, gorilla trekking provides a more rugged, adventurous experience. It is less crowded, and permits are more affordable at $400 per person. However, the park’s remote location and occasional security concerns make it better suited for seasoned travelers seeking unique, off-the-beaten-path adventures. Both parks promise unforgettable encounters.