7-Day Gorilla Trek & Nyiragongo Hike
From Kigali into eastern DR Congo: eastern lowland gorillas in Kahuzi-Biega, mountain gorillas in Virunga and a night on the rim of the Nyiragongo volcano.
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- Length
- 7 days
- Countries
- Rwanda & DR Congo
- Starts
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Ends
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Dates
- Private trip, any start date
- Minimum age
- 16
- Guides speak
- English, French and German
- Price
- On request
Highlights
- Eastern lowland gorillas in Kahuzi-Biega
- Boat from Bukavu to Goma
- Night on the Nyiragongo crater rim
Day by day
Day 1: Kigali to Bukavu via Nyungwe
Drive through Nyungwe Forest to the Rusizi border, about six to seven hours, then cross into DR Congo to Bukavu.
Day 2: Lowland gorillas in Kahuzi-Biega
After a briefing at park headquarters, trek to find eastern lowland gorillas and spend one hour with them.
Day 3: Boat to Goma
A boat trip of about three hours across Lake Kivu from Bukavu to Goma, then a city tour.
Day 4: Mountain gorillas in Virunga
An early start for gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park.
Day 5: Climb Nyiragongo
Climb Nyiragongo from Kibati, about six to seven hours with rest stops, and spend the night at the summit above the lava lake.
Day 6: Descend to Tchegera Island
Walk down in the morning and rest on Tchegera Island, with views of the volcanoes.
Day 7: Back to Kigali
Cross back into Rwanda and drive to Kigali, with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial before your flight.
Route
Parks visited, in order. Starts at Kigali, Rwanda and ends at Kigali, Rwanda.
What's included
Your written quote lists exactly what is and isn't included for your dates and group, including permits, park fees, lodges, meals and transport.
Getting around
Road transfers in a safari vehicle with a driver-guide.
Price and payment
Price on request. Lodges, permits and group size change the cost, so we quote in writing for your dates.
A booking is confirmed when you accept the quote and pay a 25% deposit. See the booking and cancellation policy.
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Dates and availability
This is a private trip: you choose the start date. We need at least 14 days' notice to arrange permits and lodges, so the earliest start date available now is Thu, Nov 19, 2026.
Times are local: CAT (UTC+2, Kigali).
Permits and preparation
Age
This itinerary is planned for travelers aged 16 and over.
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