Congo Tours

Congo Tours & Gorilla Trekking Safaris

The Democratic Republic of Congo is an exceptional destination for adventurous tourists seeking an unparalleled forest experience. With an abundance of exciting activities, DR Congo tours have something unforgettable for everyone, especially the enchanting gorilla trekking safari experiences. Notably, the eastern province of Congo boasts a wealth of tourist attractions, including the world-renowned Virunga National Park, Kahuzi Biega National Park, and Tchegera Island. As such, most Congo safari tours concentrate on showcasing these incredible destinations, ensuring that tourists get the most out of their visit to this incredible country.

Gorilla Trekking Safaris to Virunga National Park.

If you’re keen on meeting Mountain Gorillas up close, you’ve got to check out the Congo gorilla tracking safaris in Virunga National Park. These safaris are specially designed to give visitors a once-in-a-lifetime chance to encounter these majestic creatures. And the best part? Gorilla trekking in Virunga is cheaper compared to Uganda and Rwanda! You can get a gorilla permit in Virunga National Park for just 400 USD per person, while in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks, it costs 700 USD per person. Meanwhile, a gorilla permit in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park will set you back a whopping 1500 USD per person, making it the most expensive gorilla trekking destination in the world. To make your gorilla tracking experience in Congo even more exciting, you can also combine it with a hike up Mount Nyiragongo. So what are you waiting for? Book your gorilla trekking tour in Virunga National Park now!

Gorilla Safaris to Kahuzi Biega National Park.

If you’re up for an unforgettable adventure, you’ve got to check out the Congo Gorilla Safaris to Kahuzi Biega National Park. Here, you’ll have the chance to encounter endangered Eastern Lowland Gorillas up close and personal. The gorilla trekking permit in the park costs 400 USD per person, a small price to pay for such an incredible experience. Kahuzi Biega National Park is located in Bukavu province, in the eastern part of Congo. And that’s not all – the park also offers visitors gorilla habituation, which allows you to spend up to 4 hours with the gorillas! If that’s not enough, you can also combine your gorilla trekking experience with a tour of the Lwiro Sanctuary, where you’ll get to see rescued and rehabilitated chimpanzees, as well as some monkey species that have been saved from poachers’ traps. So what are you waiting for? Book your trip to Kahuzi Biega National Park now and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Congo Safaris to Tchegera Island.

Congo Safaris to Tchegera Island are a great combination for visitors doing gorilla trekking in Virunga national park. Tchegera Island is the perfect getaway destination for visitors looking to wind up their gorilla trekking safari in Congo. The island offers visitors a number of great activities, such as canoeing, boat rides, swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, and paddle boarding, to mention but a few. If you are looking for an escape retreat for you and your family, then Tchegera Island is the place to be.

Is Congo Safe for Tourists?

Although most remote parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo experience civil unrest, the eastern part of Congo is safe for visitors to explore. Tourists are highly discouraged from visiting areas in Congo that they are not well conversant with. It is always best to organize your Congo safari through a trusted tour operator company that is registered and licensed to conduct tours in Congo. Tourist attractions in Congo, like Virunga national park and Kahuzi Biega national park, remain heavily guarded and are safe for tourists to visit.

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