7-Day Combination Chimpanzee and Lowland Gorillas Congo
7-Day Combination Chimpanzee and Lowland Gorillas Congo combining chimpanzee and lowland gorilla experiences in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) can create a truly immersive and unforgettable wildlife adventure.
Here’s what you can expect from such a combination trip:
Chimpanzee Trekking: Chimpanzee trekking involves venturing into the forests to observe wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Like gorilla trekking, this activity is led by experienced guides and park rangers who are knowledgeable about the behavior and whereabouts of the chimpanzee groups. You’ll likely get a chance to witness their social interactions, feeding habits, and maybe even the playful antics of these intelligent primates.
Lowland Gorilla Trekking: Lowland gorilla trekking offers the opportunity to track and observe gorillas in their natural habitat. These treks can take you through dense forests and varying terrain as you search for these magnificent creatures. Just like with chimpanzee trekking, the guidance of skilled guides and park rangers ensures a safe and informative experience.
Wildlife and Biodiversity: Beyond chimpanzees and lowland gorillas, these treks can also expose you to a wide range of other wildlife and plant species that inhabit the same ecosystem. DR Congo’s rainforests are incredibly biodiverse, making these journeys rich with opportunities for wildlife encounters and photography.
Highlights;
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Bukavu
Day 2: First Eastern Lowland gorilla trekking one
Day 3: Second Lowland Gorilla trekking
Day 4: Bukavu back to Nyungwe forest
Day 5: Nyungwe Forest National Park for Chimps
Day 6: Nyungwe Forest National Park waterfalls
Day 7: Back to Kigali
Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Bukavu
Transfer from Kigali to Bukavu, On your arrival at the airport, you will be welcomed by the Guide from Golden Rwanda Safari Experiences and transferred to Bukavu in Congo. During the journey, you will view beautiful Rwanda’s rolling hills passing through various districts of Rwanda until you reach the Congo –Rwanda border at Bukavu. Finalize border arrangements and cross into Congo. Dinner and overnight stay at Orchids.
Main Destination:
Bukavu (Town, Congo (DRC))
Accommodation:
Orchids Safari Club
- Mid-range hotel located in or near Bukavu
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2: First Eastern Lowland gorilla trekking one
After early morning breakfast embark into the safari jeep and drive for 2 Hours to Kahuzi-Biege which is the starting point for these primates’ excursion. It is here that you will be briefed about gorilla trekking dos and don’ts before setting off into the forest to track gorillas in Kahuzi Biega National Park for the incredible experience. Thereafter back at the Hotel for Dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination:
Kahuzi Biega National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Orchids Safari Club
- Mid-range hotel located outside Kahuzi Biega NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3: Second Lowland Gorilla trekking
During the Second activity of gorilla trekking will be allowed to stay with the Eastern lowland gorillas for 1 hour for observation and photography as you watch them playing in the wild with their young ones. After this gorilla-watching experience, you will return to the park headquarters where you will find the driver waiting for you, and straight away you will be driven back to the hotel for dinner and stay.
Main Destination:
Kahuzi Biega National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Orchids Safari Club
- Mid-range hotel located outside Kahuzi Biega NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4: Bukavu back to Nyungwe forest
On this day, you will wake up very early in the morning and have a cup of tea. Then you will jump on to your safari jeep for the drive back to Rwanda side if time allows making stopovers to some Interested stopover and later be dropped at the Hotel for your Dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination:
Nyungwe Forest National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
- Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe N
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5: Nyungwe Forest National Park for Chimps
Today will be your day in the Nyungwe forest. Early in the morning you track chimpanzees and go back to the hotel for lunch. According to your wish in the afternoon you will experience the canopy bridge trail, after back at the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination:
Nyungwe Forest National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
- Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6: Nyungwe Forest National Park waterfalls
After breakfast, you will enter the Nyungwe forest to track the Nyungwe colobus monkey or waterfalls. A walk into the forest or natural trail with our knowledgeable guides well versed in botany, ornithology, and interspecies relationships will be a whole new learning experience for you. You will return to the guest house for lunch and drive back to Kigali.
Main Destination:
Nyungwe Forest National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
- Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7: Nyungwe Forest National Park back to Kigali
On this day, you will wake up very in the morning and have a cup of tea, and enjoy your breakfast. Then you will jump on to your safari jeep for the drive back to Kigali if time allows making stopovers at Rwanda Ethnographic Museum and King palace museum in Nyanza thereafter continue to Kigali. Thus the end of 7-Day Combination Chimpanzee and Lowland Gorillas Congo.
Main Destination:
Kigali
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
- Drinks not included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- You’ll be dropped off at the airport.
