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7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour, 7 Days Rwanda,& Uganda Safari Tour, 7 days 6 Nights Hike Mt. Nyiragongo in Virunga national park, 7 Days 6 Nights Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes national park, Lake Mutanda & Musanze Safari Tour

 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour, 7 Days Rwanda,& Uganda Safari Tour, 7 days 6 Nights Hike Mt. Nyiragongo in Virunga National Park, 7 Days 6 Nights Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Lake Mutanda & Musanze Safari Tour, Rwanda
 03rd Feb - 23rd Jul

Overview

7 Days Rwanda Uganda Congo Safari | Gorilla Trekking, Golden Monkeys & Mount Nyiragongo Adventure

7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda & Congo Adventure Safari Tour

Embark on an extraordinary 7 Days Rwanda Uganda Congo Safari Tour, an unforgettable East African adventure combining mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkey encounters, volcanic hiking, and breathtaking landscapes across three countries.

This unique 7 Days 6 Nights East Africa Safari takes you through Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, offering some of the most thrilling wildlife and adventure experiences in Africa.

From meeting endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda, trekking golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda, hiking the active Mount Nyiragongo Volcano in Virunga National Park Congo, and relaxing along the beautiful shores of Lake Mutanda Uganda, this safari is designed for travelers seeking adventure beyond ordinary safaris.

Starting and ending in Kigali, Rwanda, this cross-border safari combines primates, volcanoes, lakes, forests, and vibrant East African cultures.


Tour Highlights

  • Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda
  • Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
  • Mount Nyiragongo hiking adventure in Virunga National Park Congo
  • Explore the scenic beauty of Lake Mutanda
  • Visit three East African countries in one safari
  • Experience the Virunga mountain ecosystem
  • Discover rare primates and unique wildlife
  • Scenic drives through Rwanda and Uganda’s countryside
  • Adventure, culture, and nature combined

Tour Summary

Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Countries Visited:

  • Rwanda
  • Uganda
  • Democratic Republic of Congo

Starting Point: Kigali, Rwanda
Ending Point: Kigali, Rwanda

Main Activities:

  • Gorilla trekking
  • Golden monkey trekking
  • Volcano hiking
  • Canoe ride
  • Cultural experiences
  • Scenic sightseeing

7 Days Rwanda Uganda Congo Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Kigali Rwanda – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda

Your adventure begins in Kigali, Rwanda, where you will meet your safari guide and start your journey towards Uganda’s famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside before crossing into Uganda.

Along the way, enjoy views of rolling hills, local communities, and the stunning landscapes of southwestern Uganda.

Arrive at Bwindi National Park and relax at your lodge before your gorilla trekking adventure.

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Country: Uganda
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi
Meals: Lunch & Dinner


Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a gorilla trekking briefing.

Your ranger guide will lead you into the ancient rainforest searching for one of Bwindi’s habituated mountain gorilla families.

The trek may take several hours depending on the location of the gorillas.

Once you find them, enjoy a magical hour observing:

  • Silverback gorillas
  • Mothers caring for young ones
  • Gorillas feeding and interacting naturally

After this unforgettable experience, return to your lodge.

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Country: Uganda
Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 3: Lake Mutanda Canoe Experience – Transfer to Musanze Rwanda

After breakfast, leave Bwindi and travel towards the beautiful Lake Mutanda.

Enjoy a peaceful canoe ride on this stunning freshwater lake surrounded by volcanic mountains.

Lake Mutanda offers spectacular views of the Virunga volcano range and is one of southwestern Uganda’s hidden gems.

Later, cross back into Rwanda and continue to Musanze, the gateway town to Volcanoes National Park.

Destination: Musanze
Country: Rwanda
Accommodation: Lodge near Volcanoes National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 4: Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

After breakfast, transfer to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your golden monkey trekking adventure.

Enter the bamboo forests of the Virunga Mountains searching for these beautiful and playful primates.

Golden monkeys are an endangered species found only in the Virunga region.

During the trek, you may observe:

  • Golden monkeys jumping through trees
  • Forest birds
  • Beautiful volcanic landscapes

After the trek, relax at your lodge.

Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Country: Rwanda
Accommodation: Musanze Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 5: Mount Nyiragongo Hiking Adventure – Virunga National Park Congo

After breakfast, cross into the Democratic Republic of Congo and proceed to Virunga National Park.

Begin your unforgettable Mount Nyiragongo hiking adventure.

Mount Nyiragongo is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, famous for its spectacular lava lake at the summit.

The hike takes approximately 5–7 hours depending on fitness level and weather conditions.

Upon reaching the summit, enjoy breathtaking views of the volcanic landscape.

Overnight at the summit shelters.

Destination: Mount Nyiragongo
Country: Democratic Republic of Congo
Accommodation: Nyiragongo Summit Shelter
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 6: Descend Mount Nyiragongo – Transfer to Lake Kivu Rwanda

After sunrise views from the volcano summit, descend Mount Nyiragongo.

Return to Rwanda and continue to the beautiful Lake Kivu region.

Relax beside the lake, enjoy the peaceful environment, and appreciate the scenery of one of Africa’s Great Lakes.

Destination: Lake Kivu / Kibuye
Country: Rwanda
Accommodation: Lake Kivu Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 7: Lake Kivu – Kigali Departure

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning beside Lake Kivu before driving back to Kigali.

Depending on your flight schedule, your guide will transfer you to Kigali International Airport.

Your unforgettable 7 Days Rwanda Uganda Congo Safari Adventure comes to an end.

Meals: Breakfast


Why Choose This Rwanda Uganda Congo Safari?

This safari combines some of Africa’s most unique experiences:

Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park protects almost half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas and offers one of the planet’s greatest wildlife encounters.

Golden Monkey Trekking Rwanda

Volcanoes National Park provides the opportunity to observe rare golden monkeys living in the bamboo forests of the Virunga Mountains.

Mount Nyiragongo Volcano Congo

Hiking Mount Nyiragongo offers one of Africa’s most dramatic adventure experiences, standing above one of the world’s largest active lava lakes.


Best Time for Rwanda Uganda Congo Adventure Safari

The best months for this safari are:

June – September: Ideal hiking and trekking conditions
December – February: Good weather for outdoor activities

The safari operates throughout the year, although volcanic hiking and forest trekking conditions vary by season.


What to Pack

Recommended items:

  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Warm clothing for mountain areas
  • Gloves for gorilla trekking
  • Long trousers and shirts
  • Backpack
  • Headlamp for Nyiragongo hike
  • Camera
  • Personal medication
  • Insect repellent

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Tour Overview

Availability

Nov 18- Mar 17

Duration

7D/6N

Pickup Location

pickup avaiable from airport, train and also cruise

Language

English

Car PickUp

Available

Tour Guide

Included

Included

  • Experienced and qualified guide
  • Breakfast
  • SightSeeing
  • Hotel Accomodation

Excluded

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Camp Fire
  • Sports Elements

Itenary

Day 1
  • 9:00 AM

    Pick Up from Kigali and drive to Bwindi Impenetrable national park on 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour.

    Rwanda pick up and drive to Bwindi impenetrable national park: On day 1 of 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour,our company driver / representative will be ready in Kigali to welcome you either from the airport or pick you up from a hotel where you would have spent an overnight and embark on a drive direct to Uganda the pearl of Africa to Bwindi impenetrable national park.

    You will spend a night at the park in the sector you intend to trek in ready for an adventurous activity of Gorilla trekking the next day.

    Meal plan: Lunch and dinner

Day 2
  • 8:00 AM

    Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park – Uganda on 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour

    Mountain gorilla trekking: After breakfast on day 2 of 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour, head out for a transfer to the briefing ground to participate in briefing before starting the search of the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitats.

    During briefing, you will get to know about the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, the possible challenges and many more then hire a porter and be guided into the forest to start the search of these endangered primates in their natural habitats in the impenetrable forest.

    Gorilla trekking in Bwindi last from a few minutes to several hours depending on the movement of gorillas and the trekking spend of the trekkers considering the slowest person in the group. After finding gorillas, you will have only one hour in their presence closely interacting and taking photographs among others.

    Exit the forest and return to the lodge for a relaxed dinner and overnight rest.

    Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3
  • 9:00 AM

    Transfer to Lake Mutanda for canoe ride and head to Musanze – Rwanda on 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour

    Drive to Lake Mutanda for canoe ride: Have your breakfast in time on day 3 of 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour then check out of your lodge and head to Lake Mutanda where you will enjoy a fascinating canoe ride, take a nature walk exploring the coffee plantations and enjoy a relaxed lunch.

    After lunch, meet your driver once again for a drive to Musanze in Rwanda via cyanika border and proceed to check in your lodge for dinner and overnight rest.

    Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4
  • 09:00 AM

    Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes national park – Rwanda on 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour

    Golden monkey trekking: After breakfast on day 4 of 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour, meet your safari driver for a transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on an early morning golden monkey trekking experience.

    During the trek, you will as well encounter with other wildlife that thrill in the same forest with the golden monkey.

    The trek lasts from a few minutes to about 3 hours after which you will be allowed just an hour in presence of these beautiful primates taking photos and recording short videos.

    Exit the forest and head to your lodge for lunch after which you will check out of the lodge and be driven to Gisenyi where you will cross over into Goma for an overnight.

    Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5
  • 09:00 AM

    Hike Mt. Nyiragongo in Virunga national park – Congo on 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour

    Nyiragongo Hike (Ascend):
    Enjoy your breakfast early in the morning on day 5 of 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour then check out of the lodge with packed lunch box and be driven to Kibati ranger post for a briefing about Nyiragongo hike.

    The hike start at 10am so is there in time for briefing since all hikers have to set off in a group and once left there is no refund. Well, during briefing, you will all the information about Nyiragongo, its formation, when it last erupted and many more.

    After briefing, the hike commences as you walk via different vegetation covers. Lunch will enjoyed along the hike while dinner will be at the summit upon arrival. You have a full night to view the glowing Lava Lake.

    Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6
  • 09:00 AM

    Descend Nyiragongo and drive to Kibuye – Rwanda on 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour

    Descend Nyiragongo:
    After breakfast at the summit of Nyiragongo volcano, meet other hikers and begin descending back to Kibati ranger post where you will be picked and transferred back to Gisenyi for lunch.

    After lunch, proceed to Kibuye for a relaxed evening exploring different attractions like Islands, boat ride and many more.

    Retire to your lodge for dinner and overnight sleep.

    Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7
  • 09:00 AM

    Return to Kigali and departure – Rwanda on 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour

    Drive back to Kigali for departures: After breakfast on day 7 of 7 Days 6 Nights Rwanda, Uganda, & Congo Safari Tour, check out of the lodge and be driven back to Kigali the capital city of Rwanda where you will arrive in time for lunch and departures.

    Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch