The 3-Day Lowland Gorilla Tour in Congo takes you to the famous Kahuzi-Biega National Park in Congo’s Bukavu province to explore the lowland gorillas.
Also known as the eastern lowland gorillas, these species are endangered and thrive in the dense jungles of central Africa.
The 3-day lowland gorilla tour begins and ends in Kigali, Rwanda, offering glimpses of the Rwandan countryside, Butare Museum, and Nyanza Palace, in addition to the lowland gorillas.
3-Day Congo Lowland Gorilla Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Bukavu – Congo
- Day 2: Lowland Gorilla Trekking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park, DR Congo
- Day 3: Drive Back to Kigali
Detailed 3-Day Congo Lowland Gorilla Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Bukavu – Congo
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Kigali to begin your journey to Cyangugu in southern Rwanda.
The drive takes you through the magical landscapes of southern Rwanda, with a stop in Nyanza to visit the Royal Palace, known as Rukaari—the royal home of Kings Musinga and his successor, Rudahigwa—for a rich cultural experience.
You will also stop in Butare for lunch and a visit to the National Museum of Rwanda, one of the largest museums in East Africa, for a deeper heritage experience.
Continue driving to Cyangugu, crossing into Bukavu, Congo, for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Day 2: Lowland Gorilla Trekking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park, DR Congo
After breakfast, embark on a remarkable adventure of tracking the lowland gorillas in Kahuzi-Biega National Park.
This trek offers an exciting opportunity to see these unique gorillas, which are larger in size and prefer living in larger groups compared to the more common mountain gorillas.
The trek lasts about 1 to 4 hours. After the gorilla trek, enjoy a nature walk in the park to explore the Tshibati Falls, which offer beautiful scenery, or take a tour of Bukavu town and the Mbayo tea estates.
Return to the hotel for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Drive Back to Kigali
After breakfast, you will begin the drive back to Kigali, Rwanda, marking the end of your 3-day lowland gorilla tour.
End of the 3-Day Lowland Gorilla Tour in Congo.
