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title: "Goma, DRC"
description: "Democratic Republic of the Congo · airport FIH"
canonical: "https://0.0.0.0:8000/places/goma"
last-updated: "2026-09-20"
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# 🇨🇩 Goma, DRC

Democratic Republic of the Congo · airport FIH

## On the ground

- Safety: Avoid all travel
- Currency: Congolese Franc (CDF). 100 USD = 231100 CDF
- Phone code: +243
- eSIM: [https://airalo.pxf.io/jWqLv5](https://airalo.pxf.io/jWqLv5)
- Wikivoyage: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Goma](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Goma)

## Brief

- Goma’s main airport has reportedly remained out of service, while local banks have faced closures and cash shortages. Arrange reliable transport and sufficient emergency cash before arrival. ([concern.net](https://www.concern.net/news/democratic-republic-congo-crisis-explained))
- Try local dishes such as **sambaza** (small Lake Kivu fish), grilled brochettes, and plantain-based meals. Use reputable restaurants and avoid raw or poorly cooked food.
- Goma operates on Central Africa Time (CAT, UTC+2). ([worldometers.info](https://www.worldometers.info/time/goma-democratic-republic-of-the-congo/))

## Safety and health

- **Avoid all travel to Goma and elsewhere in North Kivu.** CDC has issued a Level 4 notice because of the active Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak. The city remains affected by armed conflict and is under M23 control, with fighting and rapid changes in access possible. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level4/ebola-drc-provinces) | [cfr.org](https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/violence-democratic-republic-congo))
- Ebola precautions remain important: avoid contact with sick people, dead bodies, bodily fluids, and wild animals such as bats and primates. Seek urgent medical advice after any possible exposure. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level4/ebola-drc-provinces) | [wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo))
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travellers aged 9 months and older and is required for entry. Carry the vaccination certificate, particularly when arriving by air. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/democratic-republic-of-congo) | [wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo))
- Malaria remains possible in the Kivu region despite its higher altitude. Use prescribed malaria prevention where advised, insect repellent, long clothing, and a mosquito net. Do not drink tap water; medical care in Goma is very limited. ([wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo))
- Avoid swimming, bathing, or wading in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis, and avoid muddy water or floodwater because of melioidosis. Protect cuts and open wounds. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/democratic-republic-of-congo))

## Recent News

- **16 September 2026:** DRC and Rwanda resumed Geneva talks aimed at ending the eastern Congo conflict, but fighting has continued and Goma remains under the influence of M23. The talks do not currently provide a basis for normal tourist travel. ([aljazeera.com](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/16/drc-rwanda-can-geneva-talks-break-the-cycle-of-war-in-eastern-congo))
- **18 September 2026:** Students in Goma and Bukavu petitioned for the restoration of university activities suspended in M23-controlled areas. The suspension reflects continuing security concerns and disruption to normal civic life. ([streamlinefeed.co.ke](https://streamlinefeed.co.ke/news/drc-students-demand-reversal-of-academic-suspension-in-rebel-held-goma-and-bukavu))
- **15 September 2026:** Congolese authorities said the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak had peaked and transmission was slowing, but new cases were still being reported and preventive measures remained necessary. ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/sep/15/ebola-outbreak-in-drc-has-peaked-say-authorities-as-infection-rates-slow))

_Updated 2026-09-20._

## Weather and timing

June to August is the best time to visit Goma, with relatively little rain and favourable conditions for sightseeing and outdoor excursions. January, February and May also have relatively dry spells, while April and October to December are notably wetter and may disrupt outdoor plans.

| Month | Fit | Avg °C | Rain mm | Sun hours |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| January | OK | 26 | 129 | 5 |
| February | OK | 26 | 148 | 5 |
| March | OK | 26 | 181 | 5 |
| April | OK | 26 | 198 | 6 |
| May | OK | 25 | 148 | 6 |
| June | Great | 25 | 50 | 7 |
| July | Great | 24 | 9 | 8 |
| August | Great | 24 | 10 | 8 |
| September | OK | 25 | 29 | 7 |
| October | OK | 25 | 121 | 6 |
| November | OK | 25 | 152 | 5 |
| December | OK | 25 | 132 | 5 |

### Month by month

- **January (OK):** January is mild at 11-23°C, with a short relatively dry spell suitable for sightseeing and excursions.
- **February (OK):** February is mild at 12-23°C, with a short relatively dry spell and manageable conditions for exploring.
- **March (OK):** March is mild at 12-23°C, with variable rainfall and occasional wet days that can affect outdoor plans.
- **April (OK):** April is mild at 12-22°C and notably wet, so rain can interrupt outdoor excursions.
- **May (OK):** May is mild at 12-22°C, with a relatively dry pattern and suitable conditions for outdoor activities.
- **June (Great):** June is mild at 11-22°C, with relatively little rain and favourable conditions for sightseeing and outdoor excursions.
- **July (Great):** July is mild at 10-22°C and the year's driest month, making it well suited to outdoor activities.
- **August (Great):** August is mild at 11-22°C, with dry conditions that suit outdoor excursions.
- **September (OK):** September is mild at 11-22°C, with a relatively dry pattern and occasional rain during outdoor plans.
- **October (OK):** October is mild at 11-22°C and has the year's heaviest rainfall, which can make outdoor excursions difficult.
- **November (OK):** November is mild at 11-22°C and exceptionally wet, with heavy rain liable to disrupt outdoor activities.
- **December (OK):** December is mild at 11-22°C, with frequent rain and changeable conditions for sightseeing and excursions.

### 7-day forecast

_Forecast by [Foreca](https://www.foreca.com)._

| Day | High °C | Low °C | Precip chance |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 20 Sep 20 Sep | 32 | 23 | 13% |
| 21 Sep 21 Sep | 31 | 23 | 26% |
| 22 Sep 22 Sep | 32 | 23 | 8% |
| 23 Sep 23 Sep | 32 | 23 | 10% |
| 24 Sep 24 Sep | 34 | 23 | 11% |
| 25 Sep 25 Sep | 31 | 24 | 9% |
| 26 Sep 26 Sep | 31 | 23 | 5% |

## Visa

Passport-specific visa stance is on the HTML page after you set a passport, or via MCP `check_visa_requirements`. Confirm with a government source before you fly.

## Activities

- [Walking Goma City Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/Walking-Goma-City-Tour/d51605-178489P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 40 USD
- [Full Day Goma Villages Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/Goma-surrounding-villages-tour/d51605-178489P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 102.57 USD
- [Romantic tour in Lake Kivu](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/Romantic-tour-in-Lake-Kivu/d51605-197086P6?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 479.18 USD · 2–2 HOUR
- [The best of Lake Kivu walking tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/The-best-of-Lake-Kivu-walking-tour/d51605-197086P5?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 479.18 USD · 2–2 HOUR
- [4-Day Gorilla Trekking and Nyiragongo Volcano Hike](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/4-Days-Gorilla-Trekking-and-Nyiragongo-Volcano-Hike/d51605-178489P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 1437.94 USD · 96–96 HOUR
- [7 Days DR Congo Rwenzori Mountain hiking – Panoramic Views (4462 m alt)](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/7-Days-DR-Congo-Rwenzori-Mountain-hiking-Panoramic-Views-4462-m-alt/d51605-140082P21?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 4499 USD · 168–168 HOUR
- [8 Days DR Congo Rwenzori Mountains hiking – Touching the Glacier (4350m alt)](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/8-Days-DR-Congo-Rwenzori-Mountains-hiking-Touching-the-Glacier-4350m-alt/d51605-140082P22?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 4999 USD · 192–192 HOUR
- [9 Days Congo Rwenzori Mountain hiking – Reaching Peak Margherita (5109 m of alt)](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/9-Days-Congo-Rwenzori-Mountain-hiking-Reaching-Peak-Margherita-5109-m-of-alt/d51605-140082P23?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 5299 USD · 216–216 HOUR
- [13 Days Congo Nyiragongo volcano & Rwenzoris mountains hiking (Lava & Glacier))](https://www.viator.com/tours/Goma/13-Days-Congo-Nyiragongo-volcano-and-Rwenzoris-mountains-hiking-Lava-and-Glacier/d51605-140082P24?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 7299 USD · 312–312 HOUR

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