Safari overview:
This 3 days lowland gorilla safari in the Democratic Republic of Congo will take you to the most known and incredible Kahuzi-Biega National Park in the Bukavu province to catch a glimpse at the unique lowland gorillas and also explore in depth their behaviors. These notable primates are also named the Eastern lowland gorillas, a gorilla specie which is equally endangered and mainly live in the thick forests in Central Africa. Your 3 days gorilla safari starts and ends in Kigali capital city in Rwanda which comes with amazing sights of the Rwanda the beautiful country side, Butare museum and Nyanza areas.
Discover Our Rates & Accommodations for This Tour
Mid-Range Class
All of our tours can be personalised. For most safari itineraries, we can offer luxury, mid-range or budget versions upon request. To find out more, contact us directly
| 2 people sharing | 4 people sharing | 6 people sharing | Single supplement ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| From $2,182 p/p | From $1,786 p/p | From $1,704 p/p | From $319 |
Prices indicated are per person (p/p).
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Bukavu
Early in the morning after your delicious breakfast at hotel in Kigali, you will be picked by our experienced English speaking driver guide ready to set off to Cyangugu south of Rwanda. He/she will brief you about the safari and you will be driven via magnificent landscapes of southern Rwanda and later have a stopover at Nyanza to explore the royal palace called Rukaari, a home to the king Rudahigwa for an intense cultural and traditional experience. You will have another incredible stopover at Butare town for lunch, stretching and visit the Rwanda national museum which is famous as one of the biggest museums in East Africa which offers more on heritage experiences. After, you will set off to Cyangugu crossing to Bukavu Congo for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation options: Hotel Horizon/Orchid Safari Lodge
Day 2: Gorilla Tracking In Kahuzi Biega National Park
Have a breakfast at the lodge, later you will set off for gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park-Congo. This primate adventure is dramatic and offers a chance for tourist to learn the behavior of the lowland gorillas in depth and the mountain gorillas at large. You will spend approximately 1-4hours depending on where these primates are situated and your speed for hiking. You will be given only one hour to strike your imaginations with these unique animals in the wild. After, you will embark on a nature walk around the park trails as you explore and experiance the Tshibati waterfall which gives the most stunning sceneries. Later, you will return to your lodge where you will have dinner and rest.
Accommodation options: Hotel Horizon/Orchid Safari Lodge
Day 3: Transfer to Kigali
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your lodge and later, set off to Kigali city in Rwanda. Hence making the end of your 3days gorilla safari in Democratic Republic of Congo.
Before Booking, Please Read the Following Carefully
- Prices are valid for 2024, 2025 and 2026.
- The itinerary mentioned for this tour is an example which can be tailored to your wishes.
- The Gorilla Tracking included in this safari depends on the availability of gorilla trekking permits at the time of booking. These permits are strictly limited and sold out in advance, especially during peak seasons of Christmas and school holidays. We therefore strongly recommend booking early.
- The safari indicated here is essentially an offer. Changes in the course of the journey, the duration of your tour, the number of travellers, as well as the choice of accommodation are subject to availability, although we always endeavour to stick as closely as possible to this programme. For most itineraries, we can offer luxury, mid-range or budget versions of this safari upon request.
- Sometimes it is not possible to adhere to the travel plan as described in this itinerary, due to weather and road conditions, authority regulations, organisational requirements, etc. Occasionally, the planned route of the tour has to change according to the situation on the ground. We must therefore explicitly refuse liability for adherence to the journey plan.
- By booking this safari, the client accepts Epic Uganda Vacations Terms and Conditions of business.
