6-Day DRC Ultimate
Virunga, Nyiragongo
& Lake Kivu
6-Day DRC Ultimate Safari — Virunga, Nyiragongo & Lake Kivu | Akagera & Apes
Tour Overview
The definitive DRC experience — all three of the Congo's greatest natural wonders in one extraordinary six-day journey. Summit Mount Nyiragongo and spend the night watching the world's largest active lava lake glow in the darkness. Trek into Virunga National Park for a face-to-face hour with mountain gorillas. Then unwind on the shores of Lake Kivu — one of Africa's most beautiful Rift Valley lakes — with a sunset boat cruise and morning kayaking through volcanic islands.
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
Arrive at Goma International Airport; transfer to Nyiragongo base camp.
Welcome by your Akagera & Apes guide at Goma airport. Transfer to the base of Mount Nyiragongo. Equipment check, ranger briefing, and an early dinner before tomorrow's ascent. Overnight base camp lodge.
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Included
- All accommodation (lodge, crater rim huts & lakeside lodge)
- All meals (full board throughout)
- All transfers Goma ↔ Nyiragongo ↔ Virunga ↔ Lake Kivu
- Nyiragongo summit permit & crater rim overnight
- Mountain gorilla trekking permit (1 trek)
- ICCN park entry fees
- Professional English-speaking guide & ICCN rangers
- Trekking poles & safety equipment
- Guided nature walk in Virunga
- Sunset boat cruise on Lake Kivu
- Morning kayaking on Lake Kivu
- Bottled water throughout
- Emergency evacuation cover
Not Included
- International flights to/from Goma
- DRC visa (required)
- Travel insurance
- Tips & gratuities
- Beverages & alcohol
- Personal trekking gear (boots, layers)
- Items of a personal nature
per person
Free Cancellation
Cancel up to 30 days before departure for a full refund.
The Complete Congo Experience
Lava lakes, mountain gorillas, and a Rift Valley lake. Six days that will redefine adventure.