3 Days Nyiragongo Hike
Nyirangongo - Congo
3 Days Nyiragongo Hike
Nyirangongo - Congo
Overview
This short tour takes you to the Democratic Republic of Congo to climb the remarkable the Nyiragongo volcano and get to see the largest lava lake.
Included/Excluded
- 4 nights' Accommodation on Fullboard.
- Return Transfers from Kigali and Congo.
- A professional and experienced English speaking Guide.
- Visa Assistance in Congo.
- Fuel and Transportation in 4*4 safari Vehicle with pop up roof.
- All activities as indicated in the program.
- • All Entrance, concession and community Fees and relevant government tax.
- Mineral Water while on the Tour.
- Nyiragongo Hike backpack.
- Accompanying rangers and cook for hike.
- 1 Nyiragongo hiking permit per person.
- International Flights and multiple visa entry fees to Rwanda .
- Personal insurance (medical/travel).
- Nyiragongo Hike Porter - recommended.
- Activities described as optional in the program.
- Government tax and park fee increases.
- Tips and expenses of personal purchases (e.g. drinks, laundry, optional activities, souvenirs etc.
Tour Plan
Day 1 | Gisenyi
Upon arrival to Kigali International Airport, Nsavi Safaris representative will be waiting to take you to Gisenyi, a border town between Rwanda and the DRC, beautifully located on the shores of Lake Kivu. In the afternoon you can relax at the lodge or explore Gisenyi town. The lodge can arrange several optional activities in the area. Activities today are at your own expense.
Day 2 | Nyirangongo Hike
After an early breakfast your driver will pick you up at 6 AM and take you to the Grand Barrier border to Goma, in the DRC after the visa formalities a driver from Virunga National Park will be waiting to take you to the Kibati patrol post at the foot of Nyiragongo volcano. Here you will receive your overnight backpack. The hike will start around 10 AM in the morning and will take about 4-6 hours to complete depending on your fitness level. The trail will take you through lush rainforests, to bare volcanic rock slopes at higher elevations. The trail can be steep and some parts covered in loose volcanic rocks. There will be several stops along the way to take in the views and catch your breath. You will reach the crater rim sometime in the late afternoon and will have an extraordinary view of the crater and the biggest lava lake in the world within. You will have all evening to watch as the lava lake gets more visible and bright as the light fades with the day. Staring into the bubbling cauldron of fire at night is one of the most incredible natural phenomenon you will ever witness. Nyiragongo is one of the world’s most active volcanoes. The excellent crew from Virunga National Park will make your stay comfortable, a cook will provide a hot meal in the evening and a nice big breakfast in the morning. You will spend the night in one of the basic huts located right on the crater rim and on a clear night you might see the red glow from the lava lake through the window of your hut.
Day 3 | Departure
Today, you will make your way down to the base camp in Kibati around 6:30 AM. A driver from Virunga National Park will be waiting at the bottom to take you back to the border with Rwanda. Here you will be met by your driver from the start of your trip who will take you to Kigali Airport in time for you late evening onward flight back home.
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