Head to Kahuzi-Biega National Park in D.R. Congo, where you will visit and connect with our fellow cousins, the Eastern lowland gorillas.
These are different from the mountain gorillas found in the Virunga Massif and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
You will trek these species of gorillas twice over two days, each time visiting different gorilla families.
During this tour, you will explore two countries, essentially “killing two birds with one stone.”
This means you will also tour Rwanda, primarily visiting Kigali, where you will explore sites such as the Gisozi Genocide Memorial, local markets, historical monuments, and more.
4-Day, 2-Lowland Gorilla Treks Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Transfer to Kahuzi-Biega National Park from Kigali
- Day 2: Eastern Lowland Gorilla Trekking
- Day 3: Second Lowland Gorilla Trek
- Day 4: Return to Kigali, Rwanda, and Departure
Detailed 4-Day, 2-Lowland Gorilla Treks Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Kahuzi-Biega National Park from Kigali
Be picked up from Kigali, Rwanda, and head directly to D.R. Congo, where your tour will take place.
Along the way, enjoy the stunning landscapes, including green vegetation, rolling hills, and more.
The safari will be an unforgettable experience and will take approximately 5 hours, creating lasting memories.
You will arrive in the evening and head to your pre-booked accommodation.
Day 2: Eastern Lowland Gorilla Trekking
After breakfast, head to the park offices to begin your lowland gorilla trek. T
he day will start with a briefing where you will be informed of the dos and don’ts while trekking and receive all the necessary information about the gorillas and other park inhabitants.
You will then head into the forest to search for these largest apes on earth, located in the lowlands between two volcanic mountains—Mount Kahuzi and Mount Biega.
You will spend one hour in the presence of the gorillas, though the entire forest experience lasts between 3 to 5 hours.
Day 3: Second Lowland Gorilla Trek
On this day, you will embark on your second gorilla trekking experience, which will again begin with a briefing at the park offices before heading into the forest.
Your assigned park ranger guide will lead the trek to a different gorilla family within the same national park.
You will spend another hour with the gorillas, enjoying a second day of trekking. Afterward, return to the lodge for some leisure time.
Day 4: Return to Kigali, Rwanda, and Departure
After checking out, you will return to Kigali, where you will enjoy a brief city tour before your scheduled flight.
Visit sites such as the Rwanda Genocide Memorial, shopping malls, and local markets like Kigali Central Market.
Finally, you will be dropped off at Kigali Airport, marking the end of your short but memorable tour.
