A trip to the Congo appeals to the imagination, but where to start? The country is gigantic, there is a lot to see, but what should you see? And is it safe to travel to Congo?
At Congo Travel and Tours, you have come to the right place. We are a professional travel agency from Kinshasa and have years of experience organizing trips throughout the Congo. One of the most popular tours is a tour in Bas-Congo, a province south of Kinshasa.
Our journey starts at the chaotic capital city of Kinshasa, where we marvel at the colorful crowds and madness, and takes us all the way to the Atlantic Ocean where the Mangrove Park awaits.
During our adventure, we will visit the Zongo waterfalls, but also the Kimpese waterfalls. Also on the menu: the botanical garden and the cathedral of Kisantu, which should not be missed. In Inga we will visit the huge power station dam and in Boma we will visit several historic buildings.
Our trips in Congo-Kinshasa are in a comfortable 4×4 or air-conditioned van and with a reliable driver who knows the area well. All this under the guidance of our professional guides. On the way we can enjoy the scenery and many interesting stops are made. For example, we can stop at the markets or have a drink somewhere on a terrace where we can observe daily life. Because this trip offers a variety of history, culture and nature, there is something for everyone.
It is important that you realize that traveling to Congo is a special experience that sometimes requires a little patience. You can have decades of experience with safaris and cultural tours in South Africa, Uganda, Ghana or Ethiopia, Congo is something else again. Heavy rain showers, road collapses, power outages, an overbooked hotel, a canceled flight, monstrous traffic jams, .. so many things that can influence the program. It is important to be prepared for this, to be flexible with changes and not to worry. Be sure to bring a powerbank, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses, cap, extra towel, bactigel, medicine, wet wipes and a flashlight with enough batteries to avoid a lot of frustration. Don’t forget a good dose of humor and patience!
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Kinshasa
Upon your arrival, we will take you to your hotel.
Day 2: Zongo
We leave very early today, before six o’clock to avoid monstrous traffic jams.. Once out of the chaos, the landscape becomes more green and hilly. In the afternoon we arrive in Zongo, we settle in our chalet and have lunch there. In the afternoon we visit the waterfalls. Make sure you don’t forget your bathing suit and towel if you want to swim. (breakfast included)
Day 3: Kisantu
On the program: the impressive National Botanical Garden of Kisantu as well as the historic center and the beautiful cathedral with lunch in the botanical garden. In the late afternoon, we head to Mbanza-Ngungu where we check in at our hotel. (breakfast included)
Day 4: Mbanza-Ngungu
In the morning we visit a number of caves which contain a species of blind fish, found nowhere else in the world. After our exploration, we go to the old station where there are still many old Belgian trains. We also take a tour of the center and spend the night in Mbanza-Ngungu. (breakfast included)
Day 5: Muanda
We have a beautiful 7 hour drive ahead of us, just in time to see the sunset over Muanda beach. Night in Muanda. (breakfast included)
Day 6: The Mangrove Park
We take a boat through the beautiful greenery of the mangrove park and visit small villages on the shell islands where we take a tour and get to know the people. We also eat a delicious shellfish soup in the afternoon. After our visit, there is still time for a walk on the beach. (breakfast and lunch included)
Day 7: Boma to Matadi
On the way to Matadi, we visit the old capital: Boma. We have a guided tour and learn about the history of this place. We also have a beautiful view of the Congo River. In the evening, we head to Matadi where we spend the night. (breakfast included)
Day 8: Return to Kinshasa
After breakfast, we head to Kinshasa, a journey of about six hours. We eat something simple on the way and arrive in the late afternoon. We spend the night in Kinshasa.
Day 9: Explore Kinshasa
We start the day with a visit to the rapids. After that, we will visit some sites such as the Academy of Fine Arts and the Cathedral, followed by a local lunch. We explore part of the city on foot, walking from the mausoleum to the central station.
Day 10: Return home
We will take you to the airport today and ensure that you are registered safely and correctly.
***If you need a PCR test to return to Belgium, you have to stay one more day in Kinshasa!!
We offer two formulas for this trip: budget and midrange. In Kinshasa, we stay in a simple but cheap hotel in the middle of the city. If you want a comfortable and more luxurious hotel, we can suggest Rotana or Elais (Belgian property) which are the best hotels in town. You can also opt for an upgrade in Muanda and Zongo. However, budget hotels are all good, clean and safe.
Make sure you have been vaccinated against yellow fever and that you have your vaccination card with you, you are also vaccinated against COVID, and that you have your PCR test results if requested by the airline. We are not responsible for delayed flights. We try to follow the schedule as closely as possible, but keep in mind that this can change and flexibility is required.
Involve :
– Accommodation
– All activities and entrance fees
– Professional guide
– Transportation
– Breakfast and meal at Bombo Lumene
Not included:
– All other meals
– PCR test
– Airport tax
– Visa
– Flights
Traveling to Congo is very expensive due to infrastructure. Many of our trips become more interesting from 3 to 4 people. We also offer group travel for several formulas. Our prices are based on current circumstances, but these are subject to change are primarily target prices. All prices are based on a single room. If you want a single room, an additional supplement will apply. Please note that it is not allowed to share a room with a person of the same sex in Congo. We are of course very sorry and disagree with this, but have no influence on this. We are not responsible for the consequences if our customers do not comply.
Accommodation is in midrange hotels or in park lodges. If you want a more luxurious formula, ask us.
Check out our group trips to Congo-Kinshasa to see if this trip (or a similar trip) is also listed as a group trip with a fixed departure.
