Goma

1280px {{warningbox|The city of Goma has been threatened by nearby rebels since November 2012, even occupying Goma for a short time. In addition to the threat posed directly from violence and the city is facing a large refugee influx, and the nearby threat has forced many Westerners to leave and many businesses have closed. (Updated July 2013). As of spring 2017 there is advice against all but crucial travel to Goma itself, and against all travel to the surroundings. Public gatherings can quickly turn violent and possibilities to leave the nation would the situation deteriorate are limited. Also violent crime is common. |uk= https://eign-travel-advice/democratic-republic-of-congo | Goma is a tourist city of the Democratic Republic of Congo in the extreme east near Rwanda.

Goma Halal Travel Guide

In 2002 Goma was destroyed by lava from the Nyiragongo volcano which buried most of the town’s streets, particularly the town centre. Since then, Goma has been a city under constant construction. The town itself is worth a visit. While Goma is reasonably safe, any visits outside of Goma should be researched to understand the state of the fighting that persists in the North Kivu province. In particular any trips out of the city should be planned with caution. The city is also the base to climb the Nyiragongo volcano along with some of the cheapest Mountain Gorilla tracking in Africa. It is also a good starting point to Kinshasa via Beni and Kisangani.

Travel to Goma

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Goma

• Goma International Airport IATA Flight Code: GOM -1.670556, 29.238333 - Goma International Airport - Goma Airport Potters-1 There are several Flights from many towns of Congo to Goma. There is a daily flight from Kinshasa to Goma which is operated by CAA and Wimbi Dira Airways.

Alternatively, it is feasible to fly to Kigali IATA Flight Code: KGL -in neighboring Rwanda- by direct connecting Flights from Europe (France, Belgium, Germany) and then by road to Goma (taxi (70- 100 USD) or collective bus (17 USD).

Travel on a Bus in Goma

From Kisoro, Uganda, you can take a shuttle van in Bunagana at the Uganda border. However, as of May 2015 and the road between Bunagana and Rutshuru is not safe. Crossing the border at Cyanika into Rwanda to reach Goma through Ruhengeri/Musanze and Gisenyi is a much safer and faster option.

From Rwanda there are hourly shuttle vanes from Kigali to Goma, such as Atraco Express and Okapi Car. These will take roughly three and a half hours.

From Butembo you can find a bus in Butembo bus station. They may leave early in the morning.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Goma

There are daily ferries from Bukavu via Idjwi Island. There are several companies that offer the 2-5 hour trip. Prices vary from $10 to $40.

By foot

From Gisenyi both towns are on the border and walking between the two downtowns takes no more than half an hour.

How to get around in Goma

You can use boda-boda (motorcycle taxi) to get around Goma. The normal (local) price is ~500 Congolese Francs for the short ride.

What to see in Goma

• The Nyiragongo volcano
• Lake Kivu
• Gorillas in Virunga National Park
• The Green Lake
• Pygmies in Minova.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Goma

• Climb Nyiragongo Volcano — This volcano, famous for its lava lake, is a technically easy climb from the direction of Goma. A trip to the top should take ~6-8 hours, so most climbers spend the night at the top. The park was closed in May 2009 due to the rebel occupation but was reopened in March 2010; it closed again during the M23 siege of the city but it reopened on November 2014. The tour with the Virunga National Park costs USD$255 for internationals and USD$55 for Congolese and it includes the permit to the park as well as the lodging at the top of the volcano and guides.

• Hakuna Matata safaris - Congo_tours,_Nyiragongo_Volcano_trekking_Goma_lava ~$200 Offers a 2-day climb and tour of Goma. Owner is a local of the region and very friendly, but it can take time to track him down. It's better bring your own equipment when trekking the volcano as the stuff Hakunamatata safaris provide is of low quality (e.g. leaking tents)

• Green Hills Eco-Tours - RwandaCongo@ Goma Nyiragongo Volcana ☎ +250788219495 Opening Hours: 4-5 US$200 Local specialists tour guide organizing all kinds of tours in East D.R.Congo. Climb Nyiragongo live volcano, mountain gorillas and lowland tracking, Goma sightseeing tour, Ijwi Island tours.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Goma

• Traditional jewellery.
• Congolese wood crafts and canvas drawings. These are available at Ihusi and VIP palace hotels, but if you're looking for a bargain check out the shop on the roundabout near the post in the centre of town.
• Other items, such as videos of the Nyiragongo volcano eruption, are available at the Don de Dieu shop on Rutshuru Road.

Halal Restaurants

• Le chalet | On the edge of the lake, a brand new restaurant, food is excellent and affordable. Considering the quality of the roads, it is quite far from the downtown.

There are many affordable restaurants which serve Rice, Meat, chips and beans. In addition, most also serve one of the traditional African staples ugali, which is made primarily from flour and water. Natural -food/dairies/ Yoghurt (called maziwa) is popular, often sweetened with sugar. It's available at many small shops around town for about $0.5

• Colibri Hotel | Quiet restaurant with a friendly staff.

• Coco Jambo | The popular expats night club, serves the best -food/halal-meat/ Meat in town (from the owners' farm, especially beef "brochettes"). Service is often slow and the place gets loud and crowded over the weekend.

• Hawaaii | Quiet outdoor restaurant with a swimming swimmingpool table in the backstreets of av. kanyabahunga, serves decent Lebanese Halal Food and good grilled Meat. The excellent fresh strawberry smoothies are a rare delicacy in town.

• Al Matar Hotel | This hotel has a pleasant restaurant. The menu also includes hamburgers and a delicious Pizzas. Pita sandwiches from 3$ to 7$.

• Salt & Pepper Restaurant | Good restaurant with Indian, Bengali, Chinese, and African food from 3$ to 10$. You will feel at home with the service n smile of staff.

• VIP Restaurant | Specializing in grilled fish & Chicken, dishes 4$-10$.

• Albacha Restaurant - 3$-15$ Serves Mediterranean foods, Kebab, fatush, falafel, and good hummus.

Goma has many kinds of Congolese soft drinks such as Primus, Mitzing and Turbo King.

The proverbial Congolese nightlife is superb, and Goma is no different. In many late night restaurants the tunes are a mix of local and western, and so are the Punters.

• Dallas Club | Ave. De la Poste
• Chez Doga | Blvd Kanyamuhanga
• Zebra Club | Ave. Mapendo
• Coco Jambo | Blvd Kanyamuhanga - The tunes are western, and so do the clients. It wakes up a bit late, but when it does, it’s a good time. A place to be on Saturday night.

• Flat Dallas | Gouverneur Street Next to the power company office ☎ +243813804040 - Best place to have grilled tilapia fish

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Goma

Goma - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Goma, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Goma. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Goma and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Goma. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Goma. Key components include:

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The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Goma is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Goma.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Colibri Hotel | ☎ +250782160547 5$-10$ A good budget option with spacious rooms in addition to gardens for campers and backpackers is also the location of the Goma branch of the "Go Congo" tourism office.

• Shu Shu Guest house | signposted off the primary street to/from Gisenyi - Rooms $20, camping $3 You can order breakfast for ~$3 and lunch/dinner for ~$6.

• Al matar Hotel | Ave. la Corniche (50m from Rwanda border) ☎ +243997734710 30$-45$ Quiet family motel is a good value. Pleasant garden, TV and hot water.

• Le Nyira Hotel Blvd Kanyamuhanga ☎ +243 994000443 40$ Pleasant, well maintained hotel.

• VIP Palace | Blvd Kanyamuhanga ☎ +243-997736797 55$-225$
• Ihusi Hotel - Blvd Kaniamuhanga -1.6982142, 29.2426334 ☎ +243 813129560, +243 813532300 55$-110$ Popular top-end hotel in the centre. Has a lovely lake view and a swimming pool.

Stay Safe

The biggest danger in Goma during the day is crossing the busy roads. At night don't walk anywhere besides the main nightclub zone of Blvd Kanyamuhanga. It is advised to not leave valuables in hotels. Rebels have been responsible for killings of gorillas and the security situation remains precarious within the Virunga Park.

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