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Congo Gorilla Safari

Congo Gorilla Safari

Congo Gorilla Safari is the most interesting thing one can engage in and it creates an unforgettable experience for a life time...

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Congo Gorilla Trekking

Congo Gorilla Trekking

Congo Gorilla Trekking is a life-changing experience. The Mountain gorillas, the highly intelligent, good-natured, and fascinating great ape...

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Congo Luxury Safari

Congo Luxury Safari

Known for its breadth of biodiversity and natural richness, which includes the largest area of primary rainforest in Africa, a Congo Luxury Safari...

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Chimpanzee Habituation In Congo

Chimpanzee Habituation In Congo

While staying at the Mikeno lodge you can visit the Chimpanzee Habituation program, a project that aims towards bringing the chimpanzee population...

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Nyiragongo Volcano Hike

Nyiragongo Volcano Hike

The Mikeno Lodge, Bukima Tent Camp and Tchegera Camp are amazing camps that are luxuriously equiped to meet all your needs and wishes. The barracks on...

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Mountain Gorilla In Congo

Mountain Gorilla In Congo

One of the biggest attractions during your visit to the Virunga National Park is without a doubt the mountain gorilla trekking. You will leave early in...

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TOP DR CONGO SAFARI FAQS

Before entering Uganda, Rwanda, or DR Congo, you need to obtain a visa. In the case of Uganda, tourist visas can be bought in advance via the embassy or consulate in your country or can be purchased at the airport upon arrival. Passport photos are not required. A single entry tourist visa costs US $100 per person for a stay of up to 90 days. For Rwanda, a visa can be gotten in advance through the embassy or consulate in your country.

In Uganda and Rwanda, ATM cards and credit cards can be mostly used without any hassle. While Visa credit cards are by far the most convenient way to withdraw cash, MasterCards can be used at Barclay’s Bank, for example. Outside of Kampala and Kigali, ATM machines are scarce. Upcountry, ATMs can be found in larger towns. Your Instinct Safaris guide is further advised to temporarily help cover expenses in Uganda, Rwanda, and DR Congo in case you cannot withdraw cash at a given moment. We do not recommend trying to obtain cash in DR Congo at this time. Instead, we recommend bringing cash (either Uganda Shillings, Rwandan Francs, or US Dollars). Travelers cheques are not recommended in the countries we serve.

The topography of Uganda, Rwanda, and DR Congo covers a wide panel of terrains. Along with this array of landscapes comes a range of climates specific to these regions. All three countries are situated at a relatively high altitude compared to other east African countries. When going on safari with us, it can therefore be important to plan ahead and to know just when to encounter the best trekking and wildlife viewing conditions. While mountain gorilla tracking is recommended throughout the year and rain can come down on any day, our recommendations for the best travel times only apply to wildlife viewing and safari on the flatter plains in Uganda and Rwanda.

As mentioned before, Uganda, Rwanda, and DR Congo encompass a wide range of geographical features and a number of different climates. In any case, make sure to bring durable walking shoes or boots, sun glasses, and sun screen. Do not forget to pack insect repellent to fight off mosquitoes in the evenings, rain gear, and your camera. As far as clothing goes, go for comfortable boots, preferably two pairs. Shorts and long trousers and regular T-shirts or buttoned shirts are a good choice. Especially around Bwindi National Park and the Virunga volcanoes, mornings and evenings can be rather cold (down to 5 °C). Please make sure to bring appropriate clothing.