Congo is one of Africa’s best-kept secrets. Remote in the best possible sense of the word, this is a safari in the original sense of the word – a voyage into the unknown.
When it comes to Congo Safari Tours, the National park Congo guide lists the best things to do in the democratic republic of congo including visiting the Eastern Lowland gorillas in Kahuzi Biega, Mountain Gorilla trekking & Climbing Nyiragongo Volcano in Virunga National Park. These are the two safari destinations visited by most travelers that explore Congo and extra safari activities include the Wildlife watching and these are the big five Elephants, lions, Leopards, Rhinoceros, and Buffalo.
Go Gorilla Trekking in Congo
Any traveler planning for a gorilla trekking safari in Africa should first select which gorilla species to visit in any African country? And when is the best time for gorilla trekking in Africa, where to go gorilla trekking in Africa. In Africa, gorilla trekking is only done in Uganda, Rwanda, and the democratic republic of Congo. Tour operators offer Rwanda Safaris, Uganda Safaris, and Africa Safari add-ons to the Congo safari tours.
Gorilla trekking tours in Africa are only possible in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and Rwanda as these are known to be the home of the mountain gorillas and all gorilla tours happen to take place in Virunga national park, Mgahinga national park, Volcanoes national park & Bwindi impenetrable forest national park for an ultimate mountain gorilla tour while on a gorilla trekking tour in Africa. Although congo is an exception gorilla safari destination as it’s the only place where you can visit the eastern lowland gorillas in the wilderness of Kahuzi Biega National Park & Maiko National Park.
Destinations To Visit While On Congo Safari Tour.
Congo Safari Tours booked through a reliable tour operator can be rewarding and it has a number of destinations to be visited, Although Congo Safaris are more expensive compared to other East African Countries, all find the reliable tour operator as the congo safari can include local flights to connect between destinations like Virunga National Park and Okapi Wildlife Reserve.
- River Congo
- Kahuzi Biega National Park
- Climbing Mount Nyiragongo Volcano
- Virunga National Park
- Garamba National park Congo
- Lola ya Bonobo sanctuary
- Boyoma falls
Saso Uganda Safaris have personally experienced the destinations, lodges, and activities that we recommend in the Congo. Get in touch to chat with one of our Congo experts about experiencing this incredible country as a stand-alone destination, or create a package that combines the Congo Safari Experience in the best way.
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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.
