DRC Travel Costs – Complete Breakdown
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Budget estimates: Gorilla permit €370, Volcano €275, mid-range accommodation €92-200/night, guides €46-100/day, domestic flights €185-400, meals €18-50/day. Total 7-day gorilla trip: €2,300-4,500 depending on comfort level. Luxury: €4,600-8,000.
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Last updated: February 2026
Reviewed by DRCTourism Research Team — Travel Planning Division
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