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DR Congo is located at the center of the African continent, the Democratic Republic of Congo enjoys a tropical climate, which signifies the presence of rainforests, which has harvested along the banks of the River Congo, the second largest in the world.
It is located in the Sub-Saharan area, which is predominantly savannah pastures but also has mountainous ranges to the west, a plateau on the south, and the presence of active volcanoes.
These diverse geographical terrains and topography, give rise to various habitat tourism in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which has enjoyed a fair share of tourism before the Congo Civil War and is moving towards reviving its lost glory, for any client looking for either congo gorilla trekking trips, Congo gorilla trekking safari tours, Congo wildlife safari tours, or Hiking Congo's Mount Nyiragongo safari tour, Please Enquire here for Congo tour
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1. Virunga National Park, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
The Virunga National Park Known for its spectacular landscapes, this park provides adventure tourism for both treks and trails through the Rwenzori Mountains, volcanoes, and wildlife trails. Such adventure activities are perfectly safe and adapt to the needs of the tourist and are well equipped for the same. Further, it facilitates customized tours and trails according to the requirements of a tourist. For a detailed Virunga National Park Tour Package, Click here
2. River Congo, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
A cruise through the River Congo is arranged from Kinshasa, which is highly recommended for nature enthusiasts as the cruise touches upon islands, villages, and towns, where the tourists can witness the activities of fishermen and villagers in the vicinity. Additionally, bird watching and diverse marine life attract a lot of tourists to these cruises. For a detailed Congo Tours Package, Click here
3. Kahuzi- Biega National Park, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo
Kahuzi-Biega National Park is found on the eastern side of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), close to Bukavu town, on the western bank of Lake Kivu and Rwanda border.
The park was established by Adrien Deschryver – a Belgian conservationist and photographer in 1970 and inherits its name from the two dormant volcanoes;
Mount Kahuzi standing at 3,308M and Mount Biega standing at 2,790M covering an area of 6,000 square kilometers which makes it one of the largest national parks in Congo with both the lowland and mountainous terrain.
The park was inscribed in 1980 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its unique biodiversity of the rain forest habitat and being home to the lowland Gorillas – known as Gorilla beringei graueri and considered to be highly endangered.
The smaller portion of the park is mountainous whereas the bigger part is the lowland.
Kahuzi-Biega National Park is one of the most important sites in the Albertine Rift Valley and one of the most ecologically rich areas in Africa and the world at large with exceptional diversity in its plant and wildlife (flora & fauna).
It is one of the rare areas in Sub-Saharan Africa where the transition in vegetation zones from the lowland to Highland is clearly observable with six distinguishable primary vegetation types that are; swamp and peat bog, swamp forest, high-altitude rainforest, the mountain rainforest, bamboo forest, and subalpine heather as well as the endemic plant Senecio kahuzicus found on the summits of Mount Kahuzi and Biega at altitudes above 2,600 meters.
The park is a natural habitat to 136 mammals among which the lowland Gorillas stand out and are endemic to the area as well as 349 bird species among which 42 are also endemic!
There are 13 other primates including the Chimpanzees and Columbus bai and very rare inhabitants of the Eastern Congo forests like the giant forest genet (Genetta victoriae) and the aquatic genet (Genetta piscivore). Other mammals in the area include bush elephant, bush buffalo, Hylocereus, and bongo.
This ecological marvel and a hot pot of biodiversity, however, are facing numerous challenges that threaten its existence including human-wildlife conflict, oil exploration, and illegal timber logging; all of which threaten the ecological order and the park management requires significant monitory support to encounter these challenges.
Accessibility / Getting there: There are two options to get to Kahuzi-Biega National Park but either way, you need to get to Goma or pass through Cyangungu from Rwanda;
- Get to Goma and take a fast ferry from Goma to Bukavu, covering a distance of 100 kilometers in 2 hours and 45 minutes and that is the quickest option available. The ferry operates twice daily (7:30 am and 2 Pm) and costs $50.
- The other option is traveling by road; the distance by road between Goma and Bukavu is 209 kilometers and will take you 3 hours and 30 minutes with some difficult stretches of the road between Kalehe and Kabibwi. Taxis for hire are available for $100 to $150 per day.
Once in Bukavu, you will most probably need a place to stay for the night and there are various reasonable places to stay. The next morning, you take a speed boat from Bukavu to Kahuzi-Biega National Park where you will be collected by the park staff and proceed for your day’s planned activity. The same boat returns in the afternoon to Bukavu.
We operate Lowland Gorilla Trekking Trips to Kahuzi-Biega from Kigali / Goma among other Tours in Congo and you can contact us for a hustle-free and memorable adventure while keeping it affordable. For a detailed Kahuzi-Biega from the Kigali Tours Package, Click here
4. Kinshasa, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
The capital city on the banks of the river Congo projects a diverse urban culture with beautiful scenic locations as well as an active nightlife.
A significant geographical interest of this southwestern city province is that it overlooks Brazzaville across the river, which is the capital city of the Republic of Congo.
Tourism around this city is favorable and convenient due to abundant planned tour options. These planned tours provide for day trips around the city to museums, art galleries, and cathedrals and through university sites along with eco-excursion options.
5. Lola Ya Bonobo, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
This is a national park situated on the outskirts of the city for orphaned bonobos (primates). These primates are cared for at the reserves and tourists usually swamp in to be part of the cause.
6. Ma Valle, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
This is a lake in the vicinity of the city, which provides a serene and tranquil spot for a day’s trip. Both local and foreign tourism is rampant here to enjoy a relaxing day by the lake where activities such as fishing and renting water scooters are frequent.
7. Chutes De La Lukaya, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
Small sets of waterfalls, it is located to the south of the city and also forms a part of a day’s excursion outside the city for nature enthusiasts.
8. Zongo Waterfalls, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
Zongo waterfalls are 180 km from Kinshasa. It is the bucket list destination for most travelers to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The waterfall provides for a picturesque and serene view, amidst clouds and the rainbows formed due to water splashing from a great height.
9. Goma Town, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
This Goma city is located on the eastern side of the country on Lake Kivu, in the Albertine Rift near Mt. Nyiragongo. The Rwandan Genocide (1994) has put this city on the map and brought much attention.
10. Lake Kivu, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
This is one of the Great Lakes of Africa. It is bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda and is most visited for its scenic beauty. The lake has its largest island, Idjwi within and is home to diverse marine life. Virunga National Park is situated on the banks of this lake. For a detailed Lake Kivu Tours Package, Click here
11. Mount Nyiragongo, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
This is an active volcano and stands at an average height of 10,000 ft. It is known for one of the most voluminous lava lakes in recent history. It is a must-visit for the adventurous souls, as this active volcano forms an adventure trail for trekking and mountaineering. For a detailed Hiking Mt. Nyiragongo from Kigali Tours Package, Click here
12. Mount Stanley, DR Congo Tours & Safaris, Visit DR Congo, Top Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions-Destinations, DR Congo Tours and Safaris, Democratic Republic Of Congo Tourist attractions, Destinations To Visit In Democratic Republic Of Congo:
Is a part of the Rwenzori Mountain range, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the third-highest range in Africa standing at 16,763 ft.
It is a popular trekking trail and the objective to climb is often to encounter snow at the top of the mountain. The treks can be arranged from Virunga National Park as well.
Amongst other tourist spots in this nation, one can also visit Okapi, Garamba, Kahuzi-Biega, and Salonga national parks, as all of these features in the UNESCO world heritage list and each of which are a haven for biodiversity. So when you are in the Democratic Republic of Congo, then never miss visiting these places. Come here and enjoy your tour without compromising anything.