Deep in the far-away rainforests of Africa in the middle of the Congo Basin we find two pristine parks: Dzanga Sangha and Odzala. These two parks offer some of the most unique experiences which can be had in all of Africa as they are not quite like your ordinary safari. Instead of driving in a 4×4 on the savanna while being on the lookout for large game you’ll be making your way through thick forest, wading through shallow streams and tracking wildlife such as gorillas and elephants from up close on foot or by kayak. They are also home to the only high end lodges, making it possible to travel in style.
The Congo Basin offers millions of hectares of little explored terrain and a lifetime of exploration, because once you get a taste of this magical world you’ll be hooked for the rest of your life! Traveling in this part of the world is still challenging and there is still little infrastructure in Congo and the Central African Republic. Luckily Odzala National Park and Dzanga Sangha, the most pristine parks in the region have two top high-end lodges which offer maximum comfort in style in the middle of the jungle.
Odzala National Park is one of the most known national parks in the Republic of Congo. It got its status of national park in 2001 and is managed by the WWF, WCS, African Parks and the Congolese government. While most of the park consists of rainforest with some clearings, there is also some savanna. There are over 20.000 western lowland gorillas in the park and a great variety of other mammals such as chimpanzees, mangabeys, pangolins, buffaloes, forest elephants, duikers, leopards and many others. It is a wonderful place with a top lodge and a top team and excellent gorilla tracking. If offers up close encounters with animals, often from the deck of your chalet or from one of the viewing platforms.
Day 1: Flight to Odzala
Flight from Brazzaville Maya Maya Int. Airport to Odzala. Overnight in Ngaga Camp and briefing.
Day 2: Gorilla Tracking
First gorilla tracking today and a walk through the forest. Overnight at Ngaga Camp.
Day 3: Gorilla Tracking and Night Walk
Second gorilla tracking, forest walk and also a night walk in which we’ll look for small nocturnal animals such as genets, owls, galagos and more. Overnight at Ngaga Camp.
Day 4: Gorilla Tracking and River Exploration
Gorilla tracking, followed by river exploration and sundowner. Overnight at Ngaga Camp.
Day 5: Mbomo Village and Kayaking
Visit to Mbomo Village and kayak. Overnight at Lango Camp.
Day 6: Visit of the bai
Visit of the bai on foot and bird watching. Overnight at Lango Camp.
Day 7: Relax at Lango
Day off to relax and walk around freely. Overnight at Lango Camp.
Day 8: Mboko
Guided walk at the bai, followed by river cruise and transfer to Mboko Camp. Overnight at Mboko Camp.
Day 9: Mboko
Kayak and river cruise or river walk. Overnight at Mboko Camp.
Day 10: Mboko
Forest walk and river cruise. Overnight at Mboko Camp.
Day 11: Flight back to Brazzaville
Flight back to Brazzaville. End of tour.
Flights between Odzala and Brazzaville currently are on Mondays and Thursdays, so adjust your schedule. Make sure you have enough time in Brazzaville to do your PCR-test in case you need one. We are not responsible for you missing your flights if you make your schedule too tight!
