Combine the forest landscapes of Kahuzi-Biega with the natural beauty of Lake Kivu on a five-day private journey designed for curious travellers and wildlife enthusiasts. The outline blends scenic relaxation with a potential Grauer’s gorilla trekking experience when official tourism access permits.
Booking information: You can request dates and a private quotation now. Congo gorilla and volcano activities are subject to the parks reopening, official access and permits. A request is not a confirmed reservation, and we will confirm the itinerary in writing before accepting payment.
Safari Highlights
- Lake Kivu shorelines and views near Bukavu
- Kahuzi-Biega’s extraordinary rainforest landscapes
- Time for photography, local culture and flexible private travel
Day-by-Day 5-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and welcome
Arrive at the agreed starting point and travel to the Bukavu area if access is cleared. Your guide provides a detailed briefing about the journey and practical requirements.
Day 2: Explore the region
Enjoy lakeside scenery around the Bukavu area and time to discover local landscapes and heritage in locations confirmed suitable for visitors.
Day 3: Wildlife and forest experience
Take a forest-focused day towards Kahuzi-Biega, subject to official access. Discover the importance of this protected area and its biodiversity with an authorised guide.
Day 4: Scenic journey
Subject to the park reopening and permit confirmation, enjoy the planned eastern lowland gorilla trek. If trekking is unavailable, the proposed activities must be rescheduled or replaced with a mutually agreed alternative.
Day 5: Wildlife and nature experience
Breakfast and transfer for your onward journey. Border crossings and transport arrangements will be finalised only after updated verification.
Accommodation and Travel Style
This itinerary is planned as a private guided safari, with a selection of comfortable mid-range or luxury accommodation depending on your preferred travel standard. Lodges, road transfers, border procedures and the precise order of activities will be confirmed in the final quotation. We prioritise well-paced travel and practical arrangements rather than promising journeys that cannot be operated.
Prices and Booking
Pricing is provided on request because the final cost depends on travel dates, lodge availability, transport routes, group size and authorised permit fees. Ask us for a detailed quotation for your proposed dates. Trekking permits, accommodation and all activities will be listed clearly in your final confirmation.
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What to Know Before You Travel
Gorilla trekking normally requires a minimum age of 15 years. Expect uneven forest paths, variable weather and a need to follow ranger instructions. Your passport, visas, health documentation and permit arrangements must be checked for your exact travel dates. Please do not purchase Congo park permits or non-refundable travel services until authorised access is confirmed.
Booking information: You can request dates and a private quotation now. Congo gorilla and volcano activities are subject to the parks reopening, official access and permits. A request is not a confirmed reservation, and we will confirm the itinerary in writing before accepting payment.
Photo credit: Mukengere karume / Wikimedia Commons · CC0 1.0.
Inclusions & exclusions
What's included
- Safari planning and arrangements stated in your confirmed quotation
- Accommodation, transport and guiding where specified in your quotation
- Any confirmed permits, park entries and activities expressly listed as included
What's not included
- International flights, visas and personal travel insurance unless expressly stated
- Tips, personal shopping and optional activities unless included
- Any costs not listed in the final confirmed quotation
This is a suggested itinerary. The final programme, accommodation, availability, pricing and inclusions are confirmed in your written quotation. Wildlife encounters are not guaranteed.
