Nyiragongo Trek the most rewarding trek for tourists in Congo to appreciate the magnificent Mount Nyiragongo Fantastic Lava Lake and stunning views. The mountain is sited inside Virunga National park in about 20km north of Goma town and most convenient for those coming from Rwanda western border of Lake Kivu.Since 1882 Nyiragongo volcano is estimated to have erupted 34 times following the current eruption of 2002 that displaced hundreds of people till present.The best thing to see is the endless flow of lava fluids that run like water despite the change of the lava lake state. However, lava continues to be erupted from the Eastern crater floor into the main pit of the active lava lake surrounding the central pit as it cools off.When mornings come, the strong yellow and red lights of the lava blends up with the blue sky creating a distinctive scene that travelers love even more.

The red lights of Nyiragongo Lake the lava shine most during day giving way to other colours in the Night. The moment to cherish on the trek is the last hour of darkness before sunrise where no trekker lags behind without getting the best photo caption. As soon as morning pops in less photography is done though that of the sunrise is a must.One should be fit enough for the trek because the height can be a problem since it starts at 1989m and ends at 3470m.Enough drinking water is highly recommended to all trekkers in order to adapt in the change of height. It’s very possible for one to climb and ascend the same day though some trekkers prefer spending a night in the available basic accommodations at the top. The Ascending time depends on ones fitness though usually it’s between 4-6hours.Hiring porters is a must because it helps to reduce weight on the hiker as getting enough time for photography.

Nyiragongo trek requirements

As you plan trek remember to pack warm wears, socks, hat, jacket sweater, rain comfortable walking shoes, sleeping bag, sun cream, insect repelant,rain resistant pants, long sleeved wears, head lamp etc. Porters are available at $24 and carry luggage of 15kgs,walking sticks are also available for hire though you can come with yours. Tipping depends on the person’s level of appreciation though it’s not a must. But other camping equipment can be hired at the mountain trek office at a fair price. Remember temperatures at the summit keep changing so you should be ready for whatever comes your way.

Cost of Nyiragongo trek

Do you want to trek for 2days with an overnight at the top of the volcano summit? Be read y to part with a few US dollars for the trekking permits as bellow. Foreign tourists who want to trek Nyiragongo as well as spend a night at the summit shelter pay $300 if adults and children pay $175.However, Congolese nationals pay $90 adults and children pay $25.

Best time to do Nyiragongo trek

Dry season is best for all treks and hikes and in Congo it’s assumed to start from June -October & December to march every year. Besides, it’s good to go for the trek during week days Monday-Thursday when everyone is at work unlike on weekends when some others are off for the weekend. Sometimes weekends are full so it becomes difficult for the rangers to book you in that are booking at last minute. Usually NGOs and special people use weekends as the right time for adventure. However, placing in your booking quite early makes life easy.