12-Day Congo Wilderness Escape

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Brazzaville

Arrive at Maya-Maya International Airport, where a Wivi Agency representative will welcome you. Transfer to the Radisson Blu M’bamou Palace Hotel, overlooking the Congo River. Relax after your flight or explore the city on a guided walk through colonial streets, vibrant markets, and local art galleries. Optional sunset cruise on the Congo River allows you to admire the city skyline and watch the river’s reflection glow in the evening light. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner and prepare for your journey into the wilderness.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu M’bamou Palace Hotel.
Meals: Dinner.

Main Destination:

Brazzaville (City)

Accommodation:

Radisson Blu M'bamou Palace Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Brazzaville (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Fly to Odzala & Arrival at Ngaga Camp

After breakfast, take a charter flight to Odzala-Kokoua National Park, flying over endless rainforest canopies. Upon landing, a 4×4 transfer brings you to Ngaga Camp, a luxurious lodge set deep in gorilla habitat. After lunch, take a guided forest walk to explore rare plants, medicinal herbs, and colorful birds, while your guide explains the ecosystem’s delicate balance. In the evening, attend a briefing about gorilla tracking and park regulations. Relax on the camp deck as the forest hums with life around you.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ngaga Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Ngaga Camp

• Luxury lodge located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

First Gorilla Trek

Rise early to embark on your first gorilla trek with expert trackers. Follow subtle signs in the dense forest — broken branches, fresh dung, and distant chest beats. Witness a gorilla family in their natural environment, observing the silverback’s leadership, playful juveniles, and nurturing mothers. Return to camp for lunch, then enjoy an afternoon forest walk to spot rare bird species, colorful butterflies, and medicinal plants. Evening at leisure includes reflection on this unforgettable wildlife encounter, with opportunities for photography and journaling.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ngaga Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Ngaga Camp

• Luxury lodge located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Secrets of the Congo Forest & Nocturnal Safari Walk

After breakfast, set out on a guided forest walk (no gorilla trekking today) to explore the biodiversity surrounding Ngaga Camp. Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the Congo Basin, including rare birds, butterflies, and medicinal plants traditionally used by local communities.
Your expert guide will share fascinating insights into the forest’s delicate ecosystem and ongoing gorilla conservation research in the region.
Return to camp for lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure — relax on your deck, enjoy the serene forest views, or interact with researchers to learn more about conservation efforts.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ngaga Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Ngaga Camp

• Luxury lodge located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to Mboko Camp

After breakfast, drive south through a scenic corridor where dense forest gradually opens into savanna and wetlands. Stop for a picnic lunch along the Lekoli River, observing forest elephants, buffalo, and troops of monkeys. Arrive at Mboko Camp, a luxury tented camp with expansive views over wide-open grasslands. Spend the evening watching the sun dip behind distant trees while the sounds of wildlife surround you. Enjoy a quiet night under the stars, listening to the gentle babbling of the river and distant calls of the forest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mboko Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Mboko Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

River Safari & Savannah Game Drive

Take a morning boat safari on the Lekoli River, gliding silently past mirrored waters reflecting towering trees. Spot crocodiles basking on sandbanks, playful river otters, and colorful kingfishers along the banks. In the afternoon, embark on an open-vehicle game drive across savanna and forest edges to see forest buffalo, duikers, monkeys, and numerous bird species. Return to camp for sundowners on the deck, capturing the breathtaking panorama as the golden light paints the grasslands, followed by dinner under the African night sky.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mboko Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Mboko Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arrival at Lango Camp & Baï Observation

Journey deeper into Odzala to Lango Camp, perched on elevated boardwalks above the Lango Baï, a mineral-rich wetland attracting elephants, buffalo, and flocks of parrots. Spend the afternoon exploring the baï on foot, observing wildlife at close range while learning about mineral salt licks and their importance to the ecosystem. Capture stunning photographs of wildlife and the surrounding forest canopy. Enjoy dinner on the camp terrace as the sun sets over this spectacular and serene wilderness.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lango Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Lango Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Canoe Adventure & Forest Exploration

Start the day at dawn with sunrise observation at Lango Baï. Watch elephants, buffalo, and birds start their day as the forest awakens. After breakfast, take a canoe or kayak excursion through narrow forest waterways, gliding silently past giant trees and wildlife, including monkeys and kingfishers. Stop for a riverside picnic and gentle forest walk, capturing macro wildlife photography. Return to camp in the afternoon for rest and reflection, followed by an evening around the campfire sharing stories and experiencing the forest at night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lango Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Lango Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Birdwatching & Village Visit

Begin early with birdwatching, seeking species such as African grey parrots, hornbills, sunbirds, and bee-eaters. After breakfast, visit a nearby Ba’Aka village to meet local residents and learn their traditional forest skills, including basket weaving and music. Enjoy storytelling and interactive demonstrations, gaining insight into the symbiotic relationship between local people and the rainforest. Return to Lango Camp for lunch and a relaxed afternoon, with opportunities for photography and wildlife observation.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lango Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Lango Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Return to Mboko Camp

After breakfast, drive back to Mboko Camp through scenic landscapes and forest-savanna corridors. Stop along the way for photography or wildlife spotting. Afternoon at leisure allows for a short guided forest walk, river observation, or simply resting in the camp’s serene setting. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner under the stars, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences and wildlife encounters of your Congo wilderness journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mboko Camp.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Mboko Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Odzala-Kokoua NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Flight Back to Brazzaville

Board a charter flight back to Brazzaville. Upon arrival, transfer to Radisson Blu M’bamou Palace Hotel for your final night. Optional activities include an evening river cruise or dinner at a local restaurant, soaking in the city atmosphere while reminiscing about your Odzala adventure. Overnight at the hotel prepares you for departure the following day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Radisson Blu M’bamou Palace Hotel.

Main Destination:

Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Accommodation:

Radisson Blu M'bamou Palace Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Brazzaville (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure

Enjoy breakfast at leisure, then transfer to Maya-Maya International Airport for your onward flight. Take with you lasting memories of the Congo’s forests, rivers, wildlife, and cultural richness.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None (End of Tour).

Main Destination:

Brazzaville (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.