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Explore stunning destinations and create immersive travel experiences that inspire wanderlust and captivate your audience from the start.
Explore stunning destinations and create immersive travel experiences that inspire wanderlust and captivate your audience from the start.
Duration
5 DaysLocation
CongoHere at Explorfy, we are always looking for the next big adventure destination. We’ve covered just about every inch of the globe; from navigating the waterways of Papua New Guinea to the Steppe of Mongolia, there isn’t much we haven’t seen. That’s why we get so excited when we discover somewhere new and exciting. So, with that in mind, let us whisk you away to The Congo. This African gem is just begging to be discovered; so get there before everyone else and fall in love with its vast rain-forests and abundant wildlife. World’s apart from the neighbouring DRC, The Congo is regarded as one of the safer African nations. Trek, kayak, and cruise through the heart of the Odzala-Kokua National Park and unleash your inner Tarzan as you track endangered Western Lowland Gorillas and wade through the Lango bais in search of Forest Elephants and Buffalo. This eight-night adventure is a world away from the safari game drives that Africa is so well known for. With the help of a team of local researchers, you’ll get up close to some of the continent’s most fascinating wildlife – without anyone else getting in the way.
Today, you will fly from Brazzaville to Mboko Airstrip in Odzala-Kokoua National Park. The flight departure time depends on the weather (and other factors) and will be confirmed nearer the time. The flight takes 2 hours.
Our team will be on hand at Maya Maya airport in Brazzaville to offer assistance, help with your check-in process and luggage, and answer any questions.
Once you reach Odzala, you will transfer by road to Ngaga Camp. The drive is 3 hours through Odzala-Kokoua and a fantastic way to get acquainted with your new forest home!
This evening, there will be a gorilla tracking briefing in camp before dinner and a very good night’s sleep.
Nights 1, 2 & 3: Ngaga Camp Situated in a dense forest, with tall trees entwined by lianas and a thick undergrowth dominated by Marantacae thickets, Ngaga is a focal point for world-class primate research as well as unforgettable gorilla encounters. The unique design of the camp evokes the fun and mystery of childhood treehouses, with wraparound walkways to gaze directly into the forest.
Situated in a dense forest, with tall trees entwined by lianas and a thick undergrowth dominated by Marantacae thickets, Ngaga is a focal point for world-class primate research as well as unforgettable gorilla encounters. The unique design of the camp evokes the fun and mystery of childhood treehouses, with wraparound walkways to gaze directly into the forest.
Gorilla tracking: Track Western lowland gorillas in the closed-canopy forests around Ngaga, winding your way through the thick vegetation and along the narrow pathways created by the trackers. The moment you come face to face with these incredible primates is one you will remember forever
Village visit: Visit Mbomo or Ombo village to learn more about living in the Congo Basin and hear stories from different generations.
Forest walks: Explore in the footsteps of the great explorers and walk through the pristine forests surrounding Ngaga, looking for the small creatures, plants and flora that make up this unique ecosystem.
Sundowners: Head to Ngaga Stream and kick off your shoes, dip your toes in the water, and enjoy a gin and tonic while dusk settles on the forest. The stream is also a unique vantage point to look for birds and you may also see monkeys or flutters of butterflies as you sip.
Night walks & drives: At night, the forest comes alive. Explore by foot or vehicle and discover the nocturnal life in the treetops, from palm civets to galago.
After a relaxed breakfast at Ngaga, you will road transfer through Mbomo village and the Odzala-Kokoua National Park to Mboko Camp for lunch.
After lunch, the journey to Lango Camp continues via a kayak trip on the Lekoli River.
Once you’ve reached camp, enjoy a quiet sundowner overlooking the infamous Lango Baï and see what you can spot.
Lango Camp, situated on the edge of Lango Baï, offers one of the most arresting views of any camp in Africa. A magnetic attraction for huge flocks of green pigeons and African grey parrots as well as herds of forest buffalo and forest elephants, wraparound walkways and elevated chalets maximize the views.
Adventures at Lango: Time at Lango Camp is about getting up close with nature, walking in the footsteps of elephants on well-worn trails through streams, baïs and forests.
Viewing deck: Pull up a chair on the Lango deck, day or night, and observe the life and goings on at the baï below, mere metres in front of your nose!
Baï walks: Prepare to get a little wet and muddy as you immerse yourself in the baïs of Lango, one of the few places in Africa to safely explore forest streams and marshes on foot. Watch dense flocks of green pigeons and African grey parrots flying overhead, forest buffalo grazing, and forest elephants digging for minerals.
The combination of wide-open grasslands, gentle rivers and towering forests results in a place of peace and adventure in equal measure. Mboko Camp is tucked away under large trees on the banks of the Likeni River and listening to the river babbling past is tranquil and beautiful.
Adventures at Maboko: Explore on foot, by vehicle, and by boat. Each day at Mboko holds a new adventure.
Kayaking: Drift along the waterways on a kayak and explore the river and from a different angle.
Take a dip: Cool off in the Likeni River and enjoy the crystal-clear water. Dip in your toes or take the plunge for a full-body immersion!
Savannah walks: Explore the open grasslands and learn about the immense biodiversity of the region and how these varied Congo Basin landscapes created one of Africa’s greatest ecosystems.
Boat trips: The perfect way to admire the sunset over the forest is from a boat. Cruise the waterways with a new view around every bend – and then crack open something cold as the sun starts to set.
Enjoy a last breakfast at Mboko Camp, overlooking the plains.
Congo Conservation Company’s scheduled flight departs Odzala at 9am and arrives in Brazzaville at 11am (2 hours), landing at Maya Maya Airport (NB Please be aware this flight time is subject to change due to weather and/or other circumstances).
Connect with your onward flight or stay in Brazzaville and soak up the city atmosphere.
