3 Days Mount Karisimbi Hiking
Our 3 Days Mount Karisimbi Hiking tour is designed for those who love mountain climbing and the adventurous opportunities that come with it. Mount Karisimbi is found at the border between DR Congo and Rwanda. At 14,787 ft, it is the highest of the mountains found within the Virunga ranges. It is surrounded by mount Mikeno, Bisoke and Nyiragongo. The mountain was formed as a result of earth movements along the East African Rift Valley and climbers can see snow on top of the volcano during the dry seasons. Climbing mount Karisimbi may not require advanced climbing skills but one needs to be in top shape to endure the strain that comes along with two days of hiking. Once on top, hikers should expect to behold great views of the greater Virunga ranges and beautiful landscape.
Details
Kigali to Volcanoes: HRS
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Arrival at Rwanda International Airport in the morning, meet with your English-speaking guide who will share with you the vital information about the Hike. You will then be taken for a tour around the city of Kigali. Kigali is relatively small compared to other neighboring African capitals but charming, neat and well organized. The city has several hills, modern roads, beautiful street lights and interesting suburbs. You will learn about the history of the city and visit the presidential palace. You will be taken to visit the Gisozi genocide memorial center and do some shopping of local art/crafts. Lunch will be in Kigali after which, you will head for the Volcanoes National Park. Along the way you will see the full scale of Rwanda’s beautiful countryside that is characterized by rolling green hills, beautiful plantations and smiling locals. Dinner and overnight stay on full board basis
Meal Plan: Full Board
You will wake up to take breakfast and be driven to the park headquarters in Kinigi. At Kinigi, you will be registered along with other Mount Karisimbi hikers at around 9:00am. After registration, you will be assigned mountain guides before being driven to the starting point. You will be briefed on the rules and requirements of hiking. The actual hike starts at around 10:00am. Come with packed lunch and dinner (can be arranged in advance). You must bring along camping gear, hiking gear, drinking water, a walking stick and hand gloves. You will start by climbing the edge of the volcano, then go through the ridges, bamboo forests, calderas and steep sections. Instead of heading straight for the summit, you will stop midway to take a rest. A camp will be set up at the place where you will have dinner and sleep for the night. Dinner and stay overnight on full board basis.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
After the previous days rest, you will wake up early morning to begin the summit climb. This takes between 3-4 hours. Once on the summit, you will be treated to spectacular views of the Nyamulagira and Nyiragongo active volcanoes, dense forests, beautiful landscapes, surrounding communities and the greater Virunga ranges. You will then begin your descent back which will take the remainder of the day. Late lunch will be at Kinigi where you will meet our guide to prepare for your return trip to airport for departure. We will drop you to Airport where you will catch your flight back home. End of Hike
| Destination |
Rwanda |
| Included |
- Photography And Touring,
- Full Board Accommodation,
- Full Time English Speaking Professional Driver/Guide,
- All Tour Activities As Detailed In The Itinerary,
- Bottled Water While On Safari And Ground Transfers As Per Itinerary
- Ground Transfers As Mentioned In The Itinerary
- Return Airport Transfer
- All Government Taxes
- Entry & Park Fees
- Private Safari Vehicle
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| Excludes |
- Tips
- Laundry Services
- Beverages/ Drinks
- International Flights
- Visas
- Items Of A Personal Nature
- Optional Activities And Any Other Extras Not Detailed In The Above Itinerary
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