Gorilla Trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park from Goma
Gorilla Trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park from Goma
Planning to Visit the Eastern Lowland Gorillas in Kahuzi Biega National Park, we have a 3-day gorilla Trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park from Goma. Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo is the first Lowland Gorilla trekking park in 1973, when it comes to Lowland gorilla trekking it ranks high, it was gazetted to conserve the Grauer’s gorilla species the world’s largest gorilla species.
The Eastern Lowland gorillas also famous as Grauer’s gorillas are the largest of the four-gorilla subspecies, trekking Eastern Lowland gorillas is done in Kahuzi Biega National Park located in Congo 30kms from Bukavu town which can be accessed by road and air. The park was gazetted in 1970 and the first lowland gorilla trekking was done in 1973, this type of trekking is only done here and this makes the park rank high when it comes to the lowland gorilla trekking. The Park has 12 gorilla families and out of these only 2 gorilla families are habituated and they are open for visitors to trek. The families are called Chimanuka and Mugaruka both named after a dominant silverback, Chimanuka is famous for many visitors given it consists of one of the largest gorilla families in the world with over 36 gorilla individuals.
Why is Gorilla Trekking in DR Congo Considered Not Safe
DR Congo has for the past years been hit by various unprecedented disasters that is civil and rebel wars, and Ebola disease among others which has stopped many tourists from visiting DR Congo for gorilla trekking in either national park given these are the same places that harbor the dangerous rebel groups and diseases. However, of recently DR Congo is getting back to better days and most areas and national parks are now open for tourism business and activities given the fact the DR Congo government, local authorities, National and International security, and health bodies have worked hand in hand to bring back peace to DR Congo. Now Congo is good for gorilla trekking and tourists have already started opting to visit DR Congo instead of Uganda and Rwanda given the fact the price of gorilla trekking permits in Congo is cheaper than that of Uganda and Rwanda.
Safari Vacations and Travel Services has as well already booked gorilla trekking safaris to Congo and we can also book for you to visit DR Congo for gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo for Lowland gorilla trekking. We have tour packages available that you can choose from ranging from budget, mid-range to luxury, these can as well be customized to best match your needs, send us an email and we will book for you accordingly.
How much is gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo?
Gorilla Trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park from Goma. Gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo, like gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda, you will need a gorilla permit for you to be allowed to trek the lowland gorillas in Kahuzi Biega National Park. Safari Vacations and Travel Services provides relevant gorilla permit booking information for Congo to enable you to plan your gorilla safari well. You don’t have to hassle booking your gorilla permit if you choose from our Congo gorilla tours. We will check for your availability of gorilla permits for your requested dates, book and purchase them for you once you have made payment, and book all services on your behalf.
Usually, you have to obtain a gorilla permit several months in advance. We always advise at least 1 month in advance or before your visit given there are only 2 groups available for trek in Kahuzi Biega National Park. While booking a gorilla tour, always pay your gorilla permit fee in advance to enable us to acquire it for you.
Lowland Gorilla trekking permit prices in Kahuzi Biega are as follows;
Non-Residents – USD400
East African Residents – USD200
National Citizens of Congo – USD20
Gorilla trekking is a daily activity in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo, At Safari Vacations and Travel Services, we do provide all-inclusive gorilla tour packages for all visitors with no hidden costs. The most essential and priority cost is the gorilla permit price that you will incur to secure your trek in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo. All our tour packages range from budget safaris to Luxury safaris and you can opt to do any as we tailor your trip together according to your interest.
What is the best time to visit Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo for Gorilla Trekking?
Congo is in the tropics and with this it experiences tropical climate and weather throughout the year, both Virunga and Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo experience the same weather, this both national Parks are prone to receiving uncertain rains any time of the day or week, good months to visit Congo for gorilla trekking are dry season months which occurs in December, January, February, June, July, August, and September during these months it always easy to walk through the trails which are drier compared to the wet months then as well the vegetation is not fully grown and this makes the sighting of gorillas easy and more clear. Other months that are slightly wet that is March, April, May, October, and November most travelers avoid visiting gorillas during these months because the vegetation is fully grown and trails are slippery making the trekking much harder.
Where to stay in Congo for Gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo.
Lodges in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo range from budget to mid-range to luxury. Budget options include Hotel Begonias Bukavu, Exodus, and Lake Side Hotel Bukavu among others fares range from 90-100 dollars a night per person, mid-range options include Coco Lodge Bukavu among others fares range from 100-200 dollars a night per person and then Luxury options include L’Orchids Safari Club fares range from 200-400 dollars a night per person. You let us know the best option that works for you and we will for availability and book you according.
How to get to Kahuzi Biega National Park for gorilla trekking?
Gorilla trekking in Congo is in Kahuzi Biega National Park Congo and Virunga National Park which are both located in the Eastern Part of Congo. You will fly to Kigali International Airport and then connect to Gisenyi town; from Gisenyi town, you will cross the Rwanda-Congo border to Goma town in DR Congo then drive towards the park headquarters of Kahuzi Biega National Park and Virunga National Park from where you will do start the gorilla trek from, it is approximately 2 hours drive from Gisenyi town to reach the park headquarters.
Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a Local tour operator based in Uganda with its head offices in Entebbe. Moreover, Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a business for a Ugandan native, we specialize in life-changing experiences and sustainable tours and holidays to all East African countries. We are members of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators and with registration from the Uganda Tourism Board. We have a good and long working relationship with Uganda Wildlife Authority making it easy to book your gorilla permits and gorilla trekking safari. Safari Vacations and Travel Services is also high in Trip Advisor reviews.
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