This tour is an opportunity for those interested in knowing much about the Low land gorillas; a sub species of the Eastern gorilla that dwells in the low land forests of Congo with Gorilla Trek Africa. It is the largest of the 4 gorilla species and is endemic to the tropical rain forests of Eastern Congo.
It is distinguished from other gorillas by its stocky body, large hands and short muzzle and feeds mainly on fruits and plants. The population of these creatures has reduced significantly over the years due to habitat loss and poaching brought about by the constant civil unrests in this volatile Congo region. The 3 days lowland gorilla trekking will begin and end from Kigali (Rwanda) but in case you are in Goma (Congo), the tour can also be possible.
Trip Summary
Day 1: Transfer to Bukavu in Congo via Kamembe border post (4-5hrs)
Day 2: Low land gorilla tracking and visit Lwiro sanctuary
Day 3: Transfer back to Kigali
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Bukavu in Congo via Kamembe border post (4-5hrs)
In the morning, you will be driven from Kigali to the Congo border near Kamembe where your Congo guide will pick you up from and transfer you to Bukavu. Overnight and dinner at Panorama hotel.
Day 2: Low land gorilla tracking and visit Lwiro sanctuary
In the morning, you will be driven to the Kahuzi Biega NP headquarters for briefing before proceeding to track the low land gorillas. Once you catch a glimpse of them, you will be allowed to stay with them for not more than 1hr and later return to your hotel for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Lwiro Primates rehabilitation center to see the orphaned primates that include chimps and other monkey species. You will tour the facility and learn about the conservation work being done there before returning to your hotel. Overnight and dinner at Panorama hotel.
Day 3: Transfer back to Kigali
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the border by your Congo guide and your Rwandan driver will transfer you back to Kigali for drop off.
End of the tour
Tour Inclusions
Mountain gorilla trekking permit
Accommodation & meals
Bottled drinking water
Full time English speaking guide
Ground Transport
All activities included in the itinerary
Government taxes
Miscellaneous
Tour Exclusions
Porter’s fee & tips
Personal expenses (phone calls and shopping)
Extra activities not included in the itinerary
Alcoholic beverages
Guide tips