Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo: The Perfect Itinerary + Map

The 4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo is perfect itinerary to Virunga National Park.

Itinerary Overview: Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo

Enjoy a two times Gorilla trek on an Incredibly Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo from Kigali to Virunga National Park. Double Gorilla trekking means trekking 2 different Gorilla families on the second and third day which offers the chance to know more about the different Mountain Gorilla families.

To have a Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo you need to buy 2 Gorilla permits that may cost USD 900. This is still cheaper than having a Double Gorilla trekking tour in Uganda or even a single Gorilla trek in Rwanda. With a few international flights directly going to the country, most trips to the park start from Kigali International Airport of Rwanda which has daily flights.

From Kigali-Rwanda, a driver-guide takes you on a road drive across the Goma border of Congo into the country. 4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo is a great budget trip for adventurous travelers who want to have Double Gorilla trekking at a low cost all year round.

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Tour Summary

Two times Gorilla trekking in Congo’s Virunga National Park
Safari starts and ends in Kigali-Rwanda
Only activity is gorilla trekking
Tour includes crossing the border with a Congo visa
Minimum age for trip is 15

What you need to know

You must have a Congo tourist visa (we help you with the process)
Pack the right clothing for Gorilla trekking
Tour can be undertaken any time of the year
Cost includes that of the Gorilla permit

Itinerary Gallery:

Itinerary Highlights: Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo

Day #1: Transfer from Kigali-Rwanda to Goma in Congo.
Day #2: Gorilla trekking experience in Virunga National Park
Day #3: Second Gorilla trek in Virunga
Day #4: Transfer to Kigali/Kigali International Airport for a departure flight.

What’s the real story?:

Detailed itinerary: Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo

Day 1: Transfer from Kigali-Rwanda to Goma in Congo

At your place of residence in Kigali Rwanda’s capital city, your driver-guide will pick you up for the transfer to Congo. After meeting and greeting, then the drive will start for the transfer to Goma in Congo via the Gisenyi border. The drive to the border lasts about four hours. At the border, you go through clearance and then continue to Goma where you then continue to a lodge where you spend the night.

Meal Plan: Dinner

Accommodation options

Luxury: Mikeno Lodge

Mid-range: Lake Kivu Lodge

Day 2: Gorilla trekking experience in Virunga National Park

On day 2 be ready to wake up early to have your breakfast and then go Gorilla trekking in the Virunga National Park. The trek start point is at a place named Bukima. As you go for the trek, carry some packed food, water, and your camera equipment.

You meet the park rangers who will guide you through the forest in a Gorilla trekking activity that takes about 2-8 hours. The trek is dependent on where the Gorilla family you are searching for spent its previous night. If it was further then you will trek longer and vice versa.

When you finally get to see the Mountain Gorilla family, then you are allowed to spend a maximum of 1 hour watching their lifestyle and taking all the memorable photos and videos. After then, you trek back to the start point for a drive back to your hotel. You refresh, relax and have dinner at the lodge where you spend the night as of the previous day.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

Day 3: Second Gorilla trek in Virunga National Park

Again this morning, you have breakfast then go for the second Gorilla trekking tour. It starts with a briefing like the previous day and then after being allocated a different group for trekking. This helps you have two different experiences with the Mountain Gorillas. After the trek, you return to the hotel.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

Day 4: Transfer to Kigali/Kigali International Airport for a departure flight.

After breakfast at your hotel, you will embark on a return drive to Kigali. You again cross the border from Goma then continue to Kigali. Your guide will ensure drop off at the place of residence in Kigali or at Kigali International Airport for a departure flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

End of the 4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking in Congo from Kigali

Cost Inclusions

Congo Gorilla trekking permit
Accommodation & meals as indicated
4×4 safari vehicle
A professional English speaking knowledgeable driver guide.
Bottled drinking water on board

Cost Exclusions

International flights & Visas
Tips
Drinks
Any changes to the itinerary
Laundry

Transport

4×4 Safari land cruiser for Luxury travelers
4×4 Safari van for Budget travelers