Odzala-Kokua, Sangha Reserve
Step into the emerald heart of Africa for a sensory explosion! This 11-night expedition is the ultimate off-the-beaten-path adventure, weaving through the pristine rainforests and legendary baïs of the Congo Basin. From tracking elusive Western Lowland Gorillas and rare pangolins on foot to gliding past forest elephants and buffalo in a traditional pirogue, journey through the world’s most pristine rainforests.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Track Western Lowland Gorillas deep within their untouched jungle sanctuary.
- Witness the spectacle of Dzanga Baï, where hundreds of forest elephants gather in a prehistoric clearing.
- Navigate the Lekoli River by pirogue and kayak for a stealthy, water-level perspective of the wild.
- Immerse yourself with the Ba’Aka tribe, learning ancient tracking secrets and forest lore.
- Hike the "Valley of Giants" to stand amongst some of the oldest and largest trees on Earth.
- Spot the rare Black-bellied Pangolin and elusive forest species on guided night walks.
- Celebrate the adventure with sundowners on the river as the jungle canopy comes alive.
