Plain Gorilla Safari In The Republic Of Congo

Upon arrival at Maya Maya International Airport (BZV) in Brazzaville, you are greeted and transferred to your hotel for the night. Here you have the chance to relax after your flight and before the adventures of the next few days. Depending on your time of arrival in Brazzaville, there is an option for an afternoon city tour.

Board the regular light plane flight today from Brazzaville to Ngaga Camp to begin your lowland gorilla safari. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with cold towels and a welcome drink before checking in and having lunch. Meet your group before embarking on a forest walk with your guide to show you various species of local flora and fauna. Back at camp you will meet the Gorilla Research Team who will tell you all about the work they are undertaking here which is sure to spark your excitement for your next gorilla treks. Dine on a three-course meal before removing your room for your early departure the next day.

Overnight: Camp Ngaga

(B, L, D)

Wake up at dawn to start your day with a light breakfast before setting out at 6am on your first gorilla hike. Meet your expert guide and tracker who will accompany you for the day. Depending on the location of the gorillas, the duration of the treks can vary from two hours to a full day. Once you’ve located the gorillas, enjoy the moment and quietly capture these incredible creatures on camera. Return to Ngaga Camp for lunch. In the afternoon, take a guided walk to experience forest life and birds ending at the river for sunsets. End your evening with a drink around the fire and another three-course meal.

Overnight: Camp Ngaga

(B, L, D)

Wake up early again today for another gorilla hike. Whenever possible, the team will try to locate another gorilla family group, however, even if you see the same group again, the experience will be fascinating. Take the time to step away from the camera to really enjoy the moment. In the afternoon you will have the chance to experience another forest walk with an expert guide, you will keep an eye out for unique birds and primates. The forest walk continues in the evening to discover the nightlife of the forest. Back at camp, have a drink and dinner with your fellow travelers and discuss the day’s events.

Overnight: Camp Ngaga

(B, L, D)

Enjoy a relaxed morning at camp, with an optional 3rd gorilla hike (additional cost $ 285). Transfer at the end of the morning of approximately 2h30 of road to the camp of Mboko. Stop at Mbomo village for a bit of Sunday village life before arriving at camp and settling in time for lunch. In the afternoon, get ready for your boat safari along the Lekoli River. Look for unique species on your trip, such as forest elephants, buffaloes, sitatunga, and a range of primates. Return to camp for dinner.

Overnight: Mboko camp

(B)

After an early breakfast to watch to see which animals make an appearance, set off on a kayaking excursion on the Lekoli River. Keep your eyes peeled for forest buffaloes and colobus monkeys as you gently descend the river. Park your kayak on the banks and go for a walk through the forest where you meet your guide and for a short game drive to the camp. Your luggage will have its own adventure, carried by porters, just like the explorations of yesteryear. Arrive at camp for lunch and afternoon free looking from your vantage point towards the marshy bay in front of the camp which attracts huge flocks of African green pigeons and African gray parrots, and at night, forest elephants.

Overnight: Camp Lango

(B, L, D)

Today is your chance to explore the surroundings of Lango Camp. Head to Les Bais on foot and enjoy close encounters with wild animals such as forest elephants. Return to Camp Lango for lunch before choosing to relax at camp or go for an adventure walk. Back at the lodge, join the research team for an evening presentation on what was filmed on the camera traps.

Overnight: Lango Camp

(B, L, D)

Early breakfast at the camp, savoring the sunrise over the virgin forest. Look for the multitude of resident bird species that make this forest their home, nearly 2,560 species are found there due to the diversity of pristine habitats this region offers. Safari transfer followed by an elevated wooden path through the swamp to Mboko camp which will be your home last night in Odzala-Kokoua, your luggage following you again. Add to your number of birds or look for the red bush pig and harnessed bushbuck that we see regularly around the camp. After lunch, you have the option of a river cruise on the Lekoli River or a final adventure ride on the Likeni River.

Overnight: Mboko camp

(B, L, D)

This morning, enjoy an early breakfast at camp before heading out. You will be driven back to the airstrip for your flight back to Brazzaville. Upon your arrival in Brazzaville, you will be greeted and assisted for your connection with your return flight.