Lowland Gorillas
Have the unique opportunity to view the western lowland gorilla and forest elephants.
Explore the wildlife riches hidden deep within the dense forests of the Odzala National Park. Track lowland gorillas and encounter forest elephants in a jungle wilderness that hides in the far north of Congo.
This trip offers a uniquely immersive experience of the Congolese rainforest. Whilst this vast tract of jungle spans several countries, there are still few places where you can do more than scratch the surface. Odzala offers the chance to make the most of this remarkable ecosystem. The excellent camps, great guiding and varied activities mean you can get out and explore, with excellent opportunities to spot species that can be seen in few other places.
Have the unique opportunity to view the western lowland gorilla and forest elephants.
Set out on foot, by boat and in a 4×4 – making the most of this hard-to-reach environment.
Stay in three comfortable camps that blend wonderfully into their forested surrounds.
Contribute directly to the conservation of this ecosystem and meet wildlife researchers.
Day 1
Brazzaville
Day 2
Brazzaville - Odzala National Park (Ngaga Camp)
Days 3 - 4
Ngaga Camp
Day 5
Ngaga Camp - Mboko Camp - Lango Camp
Day 6
Lango Camp
Days 7
Lango Camp - Mboko Camp
Day 8
Mboko Camp
Day 9
Mboko Camp - Brazzaville
Day 10
Brazzaville
Day 1
Brazzaville
Arrive Brazzaville and transfer to your accommodation for the night.
Day 2
Brazzaville - Odzala National Park (Ngaga Camp)
Transfer to the airport for a two hour flight to Mboko. On arrival transfer around three hours to your camp in the Odzala-Kokoua National Park. Meet with the gorilla research team for a tracking briefing.
Days 3 - 4
Ngaga Camp
Spend the mornings gorilla tracking. After time to relax in the afternoon take forest walks in search of birds and other wildlife as well as night walks and riverside sundowners.
Day 5
Ngaga Camp - Mboko Camp - Lango Camp
After a leisurely morning transfer through Mbomo billage and the Odzala-Kokoua Natiojnal Park to Mboko Camp. Stop for lunch before kayaking to Lango Camp on the Lekoli River. Relax on arrival.
Day 6
Lango Camp
Take a guided early morning walk followed by time to relax, further forest walks and bird watching from the camp deck.
Days 7
Lango Camp - Mboko Camp
Morning explorations on foot before a 4×4 game drive transfer to Mboko Camp. After lunch take a river cruise on the Lekoli River followed by swimming or a guided forest walk.
Day 8
Mboko Camp
Take a guided forest walk or simply relax and enjoy the savannah views. After lunch take a river cruise on the Lekoli River followed by swimming or a guided forest walk.
Day 9
Mboko Camp - Brazzaville
After breakfast at the camp transfer to the airport for your two hour flight back to Brazzaville. Overnight in the city.
Day 10
Brazzaville
Transfer to the airport for onward travel.
Fly north by light aircraft to a remote northern region in the Republic of Congo. Venture deep within the beautiful Odzala National Park and discover the phenomenal diversity of plant and animal life found in the Congolese rainforest.
Stay at Ngaga, Mboko and Lango camps, each beautifully designed so as to merge with this remote, forested wilderness. Experience safari comfort amidst the hot, humid forests of northern Congo.
The highlight of this journey is the chance to trek in search of endangered western lowland gorillas. Two habituated groups live close to Ngaga Camp, having been monitored and tracked by dedicated researchers for over a decade. Thanks to their painstaking work, encounters with these primates are now possible.
Hike through the challenging jungle landscape to track down the habituated families. Spend an hour amongst the group, watching as they eat, play and groom one another. Led by expert guides, get close to these powerful creatures – capture fantastic photographs and observe as the powerful silverback exerts his dominance over the group.
From the comfort of these remote camps, explore on foot, by boat, in kayaks and in 4×4 vehicles. The guides here offer a fascinating insight into this delicate ecosystem, which comes with its own challenges – expect to wade through water up to your waist when going out on foot.
Forest elephants roam throughout the jungles and bais of Odzala, whilst a plethora of animal and birdlife can be spotted across the different habitats. Spot forest buffaloes, red river hogs, rare bongo antelopes, colobus monkeys and dwarf crocodiles.
Mboko Camp works hard to keep its environmental footprint to a minimum. Power is provided through solar energy and the camp creates its own water supply through reverse osmosis. Biodegradable products that are not harmful to the environment are provided for guests.
Ngaga Camp is a focal point for world-class primate research. It was originally founded as a centre for primate research and a pilot gorilla tourism project. Ngaga Camp was the first camp to receive support from the Congo Conservation Company, joining communities, science and tourism.
Prices will vary depending on the time of year you are travelling. Prices do not include international flights but do include all internal flights, gorilla permits and park fees. Please ask one of our Travel Experts for an accurate quote. Flights purchased through Steppes Travel departing from the UK are ATOL protected.
From November to February, there is a second dry season, although rain is still relatively common. Temperatures rise to their hottest, regularly reaching 34°C during the heat of the day. However, a drop in humidity usually negates this slightly.
From November to February, there is a second dry season, although rain is still relatively common. Temperatures rise to their hottest, regularly reaching 34°C during the heat of the day. However, a drop in humidity usually negates this slightly.
March, April and May bring more rain, although temperatures start to drop very slightly. Between showers, blue skies are again seen, making for interesting photography.
March, April and May bring more rain, although temperatures start to drop very slightly. Between showers, blue skies are again seen, making for interesting photography.
March, April and May bring more rain, although temperatures start to drop very slightly. Between showers, blue skies are again seen, making for interesting photography.
The driest period of the year is between June and August, when showers are still common but sporadic and light. Temperatures hover around 30°C during the day.
The driest period of the year is between June and August, when showers are still common but sporadic and light. Temperatures hover around 30°C during the day.
The driest period of the year is between June and August, when showers are still common but sporadic and light. Temperatures hover around 30°C during the day.
September and October bring a short rainy season, with temperatures rising slightly. However, between tropical thunderstorms, blue skies are common.
September and October bring a short rainy season, with temperatures rising slightly. However, between tropical thunderstorms, blue skies are common.
From November to February, there is a second dry season, although rain is still relatively common. Temperatures rise to their hottest, regularly reaching 34°C during the heat of the day. However, a drop in humidity usually negates this slightly.
From November to February, there is a second dry season, although rain is still relatively common. Temperatures rise to their hottest, regularly reaching 34°C during the heat of the day. However, a drop in humidity usually negates this slightly.
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