13-Day DR Congo Discovery Experience

The 13-Day DR Congo Discovery Experience offers an immersive journey through the heart of Africa, blending vibrant urban culture with breathtaking natural wonders. Beginning in the bustling metropolis of Kinshasa, you will explore the lush N’Sele Valley and historic botanical gardens before witnessing the thundering Zongo Falls. Your adventure continues eastward to Goma and the volcanic landscapes of Lake Kivu. From trekking to habituate majestic lowland gorillas in Kahuzi-Biega National Park to finding serenity on Tchegera Island, this expedition showcases the profound diversity and resilient spirit of the Congo.

Trip package for 2 people using double room per person USD 6,950

Tour Cost Includes

DR Congo Tourist Visa
Ground Transport
Domestic flight as per itinerary
Gorilla permit
English speaking coordinator-guide
Local guides
Ferry
Food mentioned in the itinerary Full Board
Local government taxes
Bottled Drinking Mineral water
Accommodation in hotel as mentioned in the itinerary

Tour Cost Excludes

Sleeping bag
Soft and alcohol drinks
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Alcohol and soft drinks
PCR Tests
Tips
Travel insurance

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival in Kinshasa

Upon arrival in Kinshasa, our representative guide will welcome you at Ndjili International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Kinshasa is the capital city of DRCongo and the fastest growing city in Africa with almost 20 million people. Upon arrived at the hotel introduction to the country (DRCongo) and the city (Kinshasa). Dinner and overnight Parc de NSele or similar. Depending on time of arrival a 1hour tour on Congo River can be organized.

Day 02 : Game drive in the park of Nsele

The N’sele Valley Park or Kingakati Park is an animal park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Located in the commune of Maluku, it is located a few minutes from Ndjili international airport in the rural commune of Nsele in Kinshasa, on the road to Mbanzale. Covering 20,000 hectares, it was created by former president Joseph Kabila and his wife Olive Lembe dit Sifa.

In park you will have fresh and pure air, more and more animals in this park are multiplying. The animals that are already in this park that we can see: lions, impalas, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, rhinoceroses… For the moment, herbivores live in freedom. The lions, the crocodiles, the monitor lizards are in an enclosure. In the parc we have many activities or services that are available to tourists: Zip line, Kayak, Pedal boat Hiking, Horse riding, Cycle tourism Mountain biking, Swimming, Mini golf Playground, Team Building, Ugunduzi (Safari), Catering, Meetings and events, these days will be for the safari’s morning and afternoon.

Day 03 : Kisantu Botanical Garden

After breakfast, depart for Zongo (the waterfalls) with a 3hours stopover in Kisantu (the botanical garden) created since 1892 by the Catholic missionary. The garden is made up of plants from all the parts of D.R.Congo and other tropical countries. The exceptional garden has more than 4000 species including among others a collection of palm trees with 92 different varieties and other collections of trees, flowers, plants. Later proceed to Zongo you where will reach around 5pm. Overnight Zongo Seli Safari or similar.

Day 04 : Zongo waterfalls

Zongo Falls are located on the Inkisi river in Central Kongo province, with a height of 65m and a flow of 650m3/sec. The falls offer you a spectacular landscape with very aquatic vegetation. The discharges of water falling on the rocks create a natural shower. After the visit proceed to the village of Mbanza Ngungu where we will visit the old train with the abandoned wagons and old residences of the former rulers (1884- 1960). Overnight: Mbuela Lodge or similar.

Day 05 : Dimba Cave

Dimba is located at few kilometers from the town center Mbanza Ngungu. The cave has a prehistoric workshop very well preserved with a distance of more than a kilometer long. The visit takes around 1 hour and no body reached the very end of this curious caves that are very hard to reach. After the visit you proceed back to hotel for rest and overnight. Overnight at Mbuela Lodge or similar.

Day 06 : Return to Kinshasa

After breakfast, drive to Kinshasa. Visit the National Museum (interesting works of traditional Congolese Art). In the afternoon we will meet the mystical Sapeurs around Victoire Square and listen to some Suku music (Congolese Rumba). Overnight: Hotel Platinum or similar

Day 07 : Flight to Goma

Early in the morning, pick and drive to Ndjili International and fly to Goma. Upon arrival in Goma, transfer to your hotel. Depending on the arrival time city tour of Goma. Goma is a city of D.R.Congo and the fastest growing city in the country with almost 2 million people. Overnight: Kivu Lodge or similar.

Day 08 : Transfer to Bukavu- DR Congo

Early in the morning, after a warm breakfast at your hotel, transfer to Bukavu. Bukavu is a city located in the South Kivu Province; the boat cruiser will take 3hours. Upon arrival, transfer to Lwiro sanctuary for primates visit. After the visit proceed to Tshivanga for rest and overnight stay. Overnight: Tshivanga Headquarter.

Day 09 : Gorilla habituation in Kahuzi Biega – DR Congo

In the morning, you will head for the memorable experience of Gorilla habituation. The Gorilla habituation is a process where Gorillas are trained to live closer to people while they are doing their day to day lives. This experience requires more endurance since it takes more time with the Gorilla family. You will not regret the experience effort once you meet the amazing Gorillas! Later in the afternoon you will return back to the head quarter for rest and overnight.

Day 10 : Tchegera Island

In the morning after a relaxed breakfast, drive to Bukavu where you will take a boat back to Goma and be transferred to Tchegera Island for rest and overnight stay.

Day 11 : Leisure and exploration of the surrounding of Tchegera Island

After a sunrise breakfast, you will have leisure time at the Island admiring a spectacular view of the two active volcano Nyiragongo and Nyamulagira while doing some kayaking and swimming. In the afternoon you will set out for a two hours cruiser boat exploring the surrounding of the Island thereafter you will return back to the Island overnight.

Day 12 : Goma city tour

After a warm breakfast, boat cruise back to Goma, where you will have the time to explore the city and learn about its history. Later in the afternoon you be driven to Goma Serena Hotel for rest and overnight.

Day 13 : Transfer to Goma Airport for the return flight back home

End of the trip

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