Rwanda & Congo Volcano Extension
For travelers who want Rwanda's headline gorilla trek and something no other itinerary offers: a cross-border trek up Nyiragongo volcano in the DRC, with a night camped on the rim of an active lava lake. Twelve days, luxury vehicle throughout, luxury lodges on the Rwanda side and a crater camp unlike anywhere else on earth.
Duration
12 Days / 11 Nights
Group Size
Private tour, any group size
From
$40,000 per person
Highlights
- ●Nyiragongo volcano trek with an overnight on the crater rim (DRC)
- ●Mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- ●Luxury vehicle & driver-guide throughout
- ●Recovery & relaxation on Lake Kivu after the crater climb
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Kigali
Arrival and welcome in Kigali.
Days 2-3
Akagera National Park
Luxury camp stay with game drives.
Days 4-5
Nyungwe Forest
Luxury lodge stay with chimpanzee trekking.
Day 6
Gorilla Trekking Day
Mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
Days 7-8
Nyiragongo Volcano Trek (DRC)
Cross-border extension to trek Nyiragongo volcano, with an overnight on the crater rim.
Days 9-10
Lake Kivu
Recovery and relaxation at a luxury resort.
Day 11
Golden Monkey Trek & Dian Fossey Campus
Golden monkey trek and a visit to the Dian Fossey research campus.
Day 12
Departure via Kigali
Transfer back to Kigali for departure.
Included
- ✓Gorilla + chimp + golden monkey permits
- ✓DRC visa & Nyiragongo trek permit
- ✓Private vehicle & driver-guide
- ✓11 nights luxury lodges & crater camping
- ✓Full board
Not Included
- ✕International flights
- ✕Visa fees
- ✕Travel insurance