Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville) Explorer – 7 Days

Upon arrival at Brazzaville, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel.

After check-in, enjoy an introductory tour of Brazzaville, one of Africa’s most relaxed and picturesque capitals. Visit the scenic Congo River waterfront, where you can admire views of Kinshasa across the river, and enjoy your first taste of Congolese cuisine during a welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Hotel in Brazzaville
Meals: Dinner

After breakfast, spend the day discovering the city’s historical and cultural landmarks.

Visit the magnificent Basilica of Saint Anne, famous for its striking green roof, the Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza Memorial, and the colorful Poto-Poto School of Painting, showcasing Congolese contemporary art.

Explore the bustling Total Market, where local vendors sell handcrafted souvenirs, colorful textiles, tropical fruits, and spices.

Finish the afternoon with a relaxing cruise along the Congo River while enjoying spectacular views of both Brazzaville and Kinshasa.

Accommodation: Hotel in Brazzaville
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight (or begin the overland journey, depending on the package selected) to Odzala-Kokoua National Park, one of Africa’s oldest national parks and among the continent’s finest rainforest conservation areas.

Upon arrival, settle into your eco-lodge surrounded by pristine rainforest.

In the afternoon, enjoy your first guided forest walk to discover tropical plants, butterflies, monkeys, and numerous bird species.

Accommodation: Eco-Lodge – Odzala-Kokoua National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake early for an unforgettable guided trek through the rainforest in search of western lowland gorillas.

Accompanied by experienced trackers, hike through dense forest while learning about the park’s remarkable biodiversity. If fortunate, spend time observing gorilla families in their natural habitat.

After lunch, continue exploring nearby forest clearings, known as “bais,” where forest elephants, buffalo, sitatungas, and many bird species gather.

Return to the lodge for dinner beneath the rainforest canopy.

Accommodation: Eco-Lodge – Odzala-Kokoua National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin the morning with another guided wildlife excursion, searching for monkeys, chimpanzees, forest elephants, colorful birds, and unique rainforest wildlife.

Later, visit a nearby traditional village where you’ll meet local communities and gain insight into their customs, music, crafts, and daily life.

Enjoy authentic Congolese hospitality before returning to the lodge.

Accommodation: Eco-Lodge – Odzala-Kokoua National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, travel back toward Brazzaville and visit the scenic Lefini Reserve, known for its rolling savannah, rivers, and remarkable wildlife.

Look out for antelope, buffalo, monkeys, crocodiles, hippos, and a variety of birdlife while enjoying the peaceful landscapes.

Continue to Brazzaville for your farewell dinner celebrating your journey through one of Africa’s least-explored destinations.

Accommodation: Hotel in Brazzaville
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy breakfast before spending your remaining free time shopping for souvenirs or relaxing at the hotel.

At the scheduled time, transfer to Airport for your departure flight.

Leave with unforgettable memories of Congo-Brazzaville’s magnificent rainforests, abundant wildlife, vibrant culture, and the mighty Congo River.

Meals: Breakfast