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5 Days / 4 Nights Congo Chimpanzee & Gorilla Trekking Safari

Virunga National Park Double Gorilla Trek & Chimpanzee Adventure (Starts & Ends in Kigali)

Experience one of Africa’s most exclusive primate safaris, combining double mountain gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking in the legendary Virunga rainforest of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

This safari is ideal for travelers seeking maximum time with primates in one of Africa’s most biodiverse and untouched wilderness regions.

Safari Overview

This 5-day Congo primate safari explores:

  • Gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park (two separate treks)
  • Chimpanzee trekking in Virunga forest
  • Scenic cross-border travel between Rwanda and Congo
  • Kigali city cultural tour (start and end point)

Virunga National Park is Africa’s oldest national park, established in 1925 and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is home to endangered mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, elephants, and rare rainforest biodiversity.

Safari Highlights

  • Double gorilla trekking experience
  • Chimpanzee trekking adventure
  • Guided forest hikes in Virunga
  • Kigali city tour (Genocide Memorial & markets)
  • Scenic drive through Rwanda’s “land of a thousand hills.”
  • Cross-border Congo–Rwanda expedition

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Kigali to Goma (Congo Transfer)

Arrival in Kigali, where your safari guide meets you at the airport or hotel.

Drive through scenic Rwanda landscapes to the Goma border crossing into Congo. After immigration procedures, continue to your lodge in the Virunga region.

Overnight: Mikeno Lodge / Bukima Tented Camp / Kibumba Tented Camp

Day 2: First Gorilla Trekking Experience

Early breakfast and transfer to the Bukima ranger post for briefing.

Begin your first gorilla trekking adventure inside the Virunga rainforest. Trekking may take 2–7 hours, depending on gorilla movement.

Once located, enjoy one full hour observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Return to the odge for relaxation.

Day 3: Second Gorilla Trekking Experience

Early morning briefing and return to the forest for a second gorilla trekking experience.

Each trek offers a unique gorilla family encounter, increasing your chances of diverse behavioral observations.

Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure

After breakfast, transfer to the chimpanzee trekking briefing point.

Enter the Virunga forest in search of habituated chimpanzee groups. Trekking takes 2–7 hours, depending on their movement.

Spend time observing chimpanzees in their natural rainforest environment.

Returnto the  lodge for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Return to Kigali & City Tour

Early breakfast, check out, and drive back to Rwanda via the Goma border.

Proceed to Kigali for a short city tour, including:

  • Kigali Genocide Memorial
  • Local craft markets
  • City viewpoints

Transfer tothe  hotel or Kigali International Airport for departure.

Safari Inclusions

  • 2 Gorilla trekking permits (Virunga – double trek)
  • 1 Chimpanzee trekking permit
  • Congo tourist visa assistance
  • 4x4 safari vehicle with professional driver-guide
  • All park ranger fees
  • Full-board accommodation (4 nights)
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Cross-border transfers (Rwanda–Congo–Rwanda)
  • Kigali city tour

Safari Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Rwanda visa fees (if applicable)
  • Tips and porter fees
  • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Optional activities not mentioned

Important Notes

  • Minimum age for gorilla trekking: 15 years
  • Moderate fitness level required for forest trekking
  • The weather in Virunga is tropical and unpredictable
  • Early booking is required due to limited gorilla permits

Why Choose This Safari?

This is one of Africa’s most exclusive primate experiences, offering:

  • Two gorilla trekking opportunities in one trip
  • Rare chimpanzee forest encounter
  • Deep rainforest adventure in Virunga
  • Seamless Rwanda–Congo–Rwanda travel route