Nyiragongo Package

Trekkers should be at the Grande Barriere border crossing by 7:00am and check-in with Virunga tourism office by 8:00am on the morning of the scheduled trek. The tourism office is conveniently located in the Grande Barriere border post building, opposite passport control. During check-in, guests will be provided with a volcano trek permit that must be presented before climbing.

Once check-in is complete, guests will be transported to Kitabi Ranger Post, starting point for the Nyiragongo volcano trek. The ascent up the volcano starts around 10:00am with most climbing groups reaching the summit by 5:00pm. Hikers will spend the night on the crater and start the descent back to Kibati around 6:00am the following morning. Once at the bottom, guests will be taken back to Goma with drop-off at the Grande Barriere.

Included in this package:

  • Volcano trek permit
  • Transport to and from Kibati Ranger Post
  • One night stay on Nyiragongo summit

Nyiragongo brochure .pdf

 

Not included:

  • Nyiragongo backpack
  • Porter fees
  • Gratuities
  • DRC Visa

Nyiragongo backpack contents:

The Nyiragongo backpack includes meals for the duration of the trek (cold picnic lunch, hot dinner and a hot breakfast ahead of your descent), 6 litres of water, and rental of a warm jacket, waterproof poncho, fleece, and a sleeping bag with fleece liner. These must be reserved in advance of your trek.

 

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    I will never forget hiking to the top of Mt Nyiragongo and sleeping overnight, listening to and viewing the lava lake crashing into itself. One of the most powerful things I have ever experienced.” (TripAdvisor review)

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    Climbing to the Niyragongo was a once in a lifetime experience for me.  The changes in the terrain on the way up were fascinating as were some of the views. The caldera is truly spectacular. I found watching the movement in the lava lake mesmerising.”  (TripAdvisor review)

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    The most incredible experience of my life. I totally recommend this amazing hike and experience! A lovely hike, and a great team of people including a lovely chef ! Take a bottle of red wine up and be mesmerised watching the lava and a glass of red!” (TripAdvisor review)