Mount Nyiragongo Trek & Climbing Expeditions Virunga
Nyiragongo Trek on private Trip or Group trip to Congo? Climbing Nyiragongo offers the unique experiences to trek Virunga Mountains to see the world’s largest Lava Lake with local guides. Nyiragongo Volcano is located in eastern Congo in Africa’s oldest national park of Virunga which hosts the Mountain Gorillas hence the chance to combine gorilla trekking & Nyiragongo Volcanic Hike.
Climbing Nyiragongo has been leading Volcanic hiking tours to Mount Nyiragongo in Virunga National Park since 2010. Mount Nyiragongo is one of the 8 Virunga volcanoes that make Virunga Massif that are shared between DR Congo, Rwanda & Uganda which host Mountain Gorillas.
Closest City to Mount Nyiragongo Volcano
Among the FAQ asked by holiday makers to Climb Nyiragongo is whats the closest city or airport to fly too. Goma City is located 1 hour & 30 minutes drive to Kibati Station and daily group departure group Nyiragongo trek are available at Climbing Nyiragongo.
Join Scheduled Group Treks
| Group Expedition | Travel Dates | Rates P/P |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Days Nyiragongo Trek | 01/Jan 2024-3/01 | $890 |
| 3 Days Nyiragongo Hiking | 02/2/2024-05/02 | $1150 |
| 4 Days Gorilla & Nyiragongo Trek | 22/12/2023-25/12/2023 | $1700 |
| 14 Days Rwenzori trek Congo | 20/12/2023-2/01/2024 | $5690 |
About Mount Nyiragongo
Mount Nyiragongo lies approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles) north of Goma city, elevation of 3470 Meters ASL, and is considered as one of magnificent volatile strato volcano ranked among the most active volcanoes in the world.
Mount Nyiragongo is found within Virunga National Park in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo that acts as the home for Endangered Mountain gorillas sharing the boundaries with Mgahinga National Park & Volcanoes National Park . its the largest lava Lake, has been experiencing various eruptions from 1977, 2002, and 2021 with wide lava flow that reached speeds up to 100 kilometers per hour (62 miles per hour), making them extremely hazardous.
DISCOUNT OFFERS 2023
Find promotional group Mount Nyiragongo Trek with Climbing Nyiragongo to enjoy the discounted early bird offers from the DMC in Virunga Expeditions. Book in advance to enjoy the unique discounts of Mount Nyiragongo Tours for 2023/2024.
- Group adventures come with a discount of 10% per person with a minimum of 5 pax
- Individual Tours come with a discount of 5%.
Both offers are available to clients who book with us in advance of 2 months prior to their trip dates. Offers are valid while they last 2023-2024! T & C Apply.
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PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR 2023/2024
When it comes to Nyiragongo Trekking, there is only one trail that is managed by Virunga Foundations the official managers of the Virunga Park, All climbing adventures to Nyiragongo summit start from Kibati station, where you will have to be registered from, presentation of the Nyiragongo Permits and other formalities.
The trail is well-marked and maintained, making it accessible to a wide range of hikers. Along the way, hikers can observe the rich biodiversity of the park, including various plant species and wildlife. The hike takes approximately 4-6 hours to reach the summit. We can not exceed the number of 24 Paxs when summiting Mount Nyiragongo.
MAJOR VIRUNGA MOUNTAINS.
The Virunga Mountains are a chain of volcanoes in East Africa, along the northern border of Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and Uganda. The mountain range is a branch of the Albertine Rift Mountains, which border the western branch of the East African Rift. They are located between Lake Edward and Lake Kivu.
MOUNT GAHINGA
Mount Gahinga is a dormant/extinct volcano in the Virunga Mountains on the border between Rwanda and Uganda. Gahinga is found between Muhabura and Sabyinyo and it lies on the border between Uganda and Rwanda.
Nyamuragira volcano is an active volcano near the city of Goma the biggest city in Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, situated about 25 kilometres (16 mi) north of Lake Kivu and Since 1882, Nyamuragira has erupted 34 times.
MOUNT SABYINYO.
Sabyingo is the oldest volcano in the Virunga Mountains, a mountain range in the Albertine Rift Mountains. The summit of Sabyingo at 3,669 metres (12,037 ft), marks the intersection of the borders of the DR Congo, Rwanda and Uganda.
MOUNT MUHABURA.
The Mountain stands at 4,127 meters above sea level and has the 3rd highest peak among the Virunga Ranges of mountains. Mount Muhabura, also known as Mount Muhavura, is an inactive volcano in the Virunga Mountains.
COME EXPERIENCE THE FEEL IN ACCOMMODATIONS CLOSE TO VIRUNGA
Climbing Nyiragongo partners with various operators to offer Nyiragongo Volcano Trek starting with the transportation from the Gisenyi border handled by Car Rental Congo Sarl a reliable car rental firm that has been in operation for over 10 years. When it comes to getting to Nyiragongo Volcano , its similar to how to get to virunga National Park and we are ready to take you around Virunga Mountains in a relaxed style.
Mount Nyiragongo is accessed by road from Kigali to connect to Goma, which is the biggest city in Eastern part of DR Congo and nearest to the volcano. Goma serves as a gateway for visitors planning to hike Mount Nyiragongo. The distance between Kigali and Goma is approximately 79 kilometers.
Visitors have the option to travel by road to reach Goma from Kigali. The journey takes approximately 3-4 hours, depending on the border crossing process especially at Gisenyi border point between DR Congo & Rwanda and road conditions. The road trip offers scenic views of the surrounding landscape and provides a chance to experience the local culture of the region.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, it’s recommended to organize the trek with the assistance of local guides or contact Climbing Nyiragongo who are familiar with the area.
Explore our latest accommodations
It is found just within the Virunga National Park boundary, which is the main starting point of Virunga mountain gorilla treks. Each tent features an adjoining bathroom with running water and a nicely appointed bed and dresser for clothes. Book through Climbing Nyiragongo for better accommodations and planning.
Kibumba Tented Camp is found in Virunga National Park in Democtratic Republic of Congo. This camp is the closest to the border with Rwanda in Goma and also to the foot of mount Nyiragongo. The camp is composed of 18 traditional safari style tents, all of which contain en-suite bathrooms, running hot water and flush toilets.
Situated in Kigali, 5.2 km from Niyo Arts Gallery, Kigali fantastic homes features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers a spa experience, with its indoor pool and hot tub. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
Situated 50 metres from Titreyen Lake, this hotel offers a Turkish bath, fitness centre and an outdoor pool with water slide. Apart from the Sandart room, the facility has a total of 239 rooms in the categories of Family Room, Suite and Large Dbl Bunk Beds.The hotel also has a private area at the sandy beach only 600 metres away.
Mikeno Lodge is nestled within the Virunga National Park and is prime position for spectacular views across the beautiful Albertine rift. Each of the 12 private bungalows contains a fireplace and a lounge corner. All bathrooms contain a bath, separate stone shower and flush toilet. Electricity is supplied by Virunga Energies’ hydroelectric station hence full time power guarantee.
This is a simple accomodation property located on top of Nyiragongo volcano. Each of the twelve summit shelters at Nyiragongo contains two single beds for guests to put their own sleeping bags. This is a camping facility for travelers who book their hiking trips to the most active and stunning volcano of Virunga National Park DR Congo.
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