Overview
This concise 3-day Congo Safari offers tourists an incredible opportunity to track the majestic Eastern Lowland Gorillas in the Kahuzi-Biega National Park. This park is a critical sanctuary, home to roughly 4,800 Eastern Lowland Gorillas, which are immediate cousins to the Western Lowland Gorillas found in Central Africa.
Consequently, the highlight of this short safari is the powerful Eastern Lowland gorilla trekking experience. The journey begins when tourists fly into Kigali International Airport in Rwanda. Subsequently, travelers quickly cross the border into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Passing via the Cyangugu border post to commence their unforgettable wildlife encounter.
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali To Bukavu
our 3-day safari begins immediately upon landing, as a Focus East Africa Tours driver actively picks you up at Kigali International Airport. You will then set off for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), crossing the border at Cyangugu.
En route, you will undoubtedly enjoy the panoramic, rolling hills of Rwanda. Subsequently, upon arrival in Bukavu, the main tourist city in the DRC, you will head directly to Kahuzi-Biega National Park. You will check into your lodge/hotel, have dinner, and stay overnight, preparing for your gorilla adventure.
Accommodation: Orchard safari lodge(luxury),Hotel horizon(budget)
Day 2: Low land gorilla trekking experience
Your most anticipated day begins with an early start! You will wake up, have breakfast, and, with your packed lunch ready, you’ll promptly head to the Kahuzi-Biega National Park headquarters for registration and briefing.
First, officials will register your group. Subsequently, expert guides will thoroughly brief you on the rules and regulations essential for tracking the Lowland Gorillas. At the headquarters, rangers will assign you a gorilla family. Then, you will actively trek deep into the lush forests, searching for the majestic Lowland Gorillas.
Once you locate them, you will spend a precious one hour in their presence, actively taking pictures and videos. Afterward, you will hike back to the park headquarters, where you will proudly be rewarded with gorilla trekking certificates.
Following the trek, you have several optional activities: you can visit the scenic Kibati Waterfalls, explore the Mbayo Tea Estate, or enjoy a community visit to Buhavu town. Finally, in the evening, you will return to your lodge, have dinner, and stay overnight.
Day 3: Transfer Back To Kigali
On the third and final day of your Congo safari, you will wake up for breakfast, check out of your lodge, and set off for Kigali, crossing back through the Cyangugu border.
Along the way, you will make a significant stop to actively explore the historic King’s Palace in Nyanza. Here, you will visit the tombs of the king and his wife, discovering a piece of Rwandan royalty. Furthermore, you will also visit the educational Butare Museum.
Finally, upon arrival in Kigali, your driver will efficiently drop you off at your designated hotel or at Kigali International Airport for your scheduled departure flight.
