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Odzala Discovery

Venture far off the beaten path and into the heart of Central Africa with the Odzala Discovery – an unforgettable 8-day journey through one of the continent’s most pristine and biodiverse ecosystems. Set in the Republic of Congo’s Odzala-Kokoua National Park, this immersive safari offers a rare chance to explore a remote equatorial rainforest teeming with life, from elusive forest elephants to agile chimpanzees and the majestic Western lowland gorillas.

This expertly guided itinerary takes you deep into the Congo Basin – the world’s second-largest tropical rainforest – and into the unique mosaic of dense jungle, open savannah, and bais (naturally occurring forest clearings rich in wildlife activity). You’ll be stay in three distinct eco-lodges designed for minimal impact and maximum experience, perfectly positioned for intimate  encounters in the wild.

Each day is an adventure: track habituated gorilla families on foot with expert local trackers, glide quietly down remote rivers in kayaks, and explore the mysterious forest trails teeming with birds, primates, and hidden wonders. This safari is more than just wildlife viewing – it’s a full sensory immersion into one of the most untouched corners of the natural world.

Ideal for experienced safari-goers or adventurous travellers looking for something truly different, the Odzala Discovery is conservation tourism at its most authentic and impactful. With limited departures and small group sizes, this is a rare opportunity to witness the magic of Central Africa’s rainforest while supporting vital research and community-led conservation.

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• 3 nights at Ngaga Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Located in the Ndzehi Forest on the western boundary of Odzala-Kokoua National Park, Ngaga Lodge is surrounded by towering trees of an equatorial African rainforest.  This unique lodge is used as a base to explore the surrounding rainforest and to observe the gorillas and other wildlife that live in this pristine wilderness area.

• 2 nights at Lango Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Lango Lodge sits on the edge of Lango Baï in Odzala-Kokoua National Park, Republic of the Congo. This lodge offers an awe inspiring location with the views of the baï, a wide, marshy clearing that acts as a magnet for huge flocks of Green Pigeons and African Grey Parrots as well as herds of Forest Buffalo and Forest Elephants.  The breath taking surroundings make this lodge something really special.

• 2 nights at Mboko Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Mboko Lodge is located in the southern half of Odzala-Kokoua National Park, and is nestled on the edge of a forest, overlooking the grassy plains of the savannah.  With the gentle river also close by, Mboko lodge provides untamed wildlife viewing within this remote and exceptional location.

Tour starts & ends on a Monday or Thursday.

Track Western Lowland Gorillas at Ngaga Lodge: Spend three unforgettable nights at Ngaga Lodge, nestled at the edge of the rainforest. Trek on foot through ancient jungle to encounter Western Lowland Gorillas in their natural habitat — a rare and humbling wildlife experience.

Explore the Wildlife-Rich Wetlands of Lango Lodge: Wake up to sweeping views of Lango Baï, a vibrant clearing alive with Forest Buffalo, Elephants, and countless bird species. Wade through streams or glide silently by kayak as you explore this thriving jungle oasis.

Unwind in Savannah Seclusion at Mboko Lodge: At Mboko Lodge, where forest meets open plains, enjoy peaceful riverside walks and watch for wildlife in a tranquil savannah setting. A perfect finale to your rainforest adventure.

Experience One Safari, Three Distinct Ecosystems: From dense jungle to marshy bais and open grasslands, this itinerary offers a rare chance to explore the full diversity of the Congo Basin. Each lodge reveals a new landscape, new species, and a deeper connection to this extraordinary region.

Price Includes:

  • Return scheduled flights from Brazzaville to Odzalaa-Kokoua National Park, from Odzalaa-Kokoua.
  •  03 Nights Ngaga Lodge, 02 Nights Lango Lodge, 02 Nights Mboko Lodge.
  • 2 Gorilla tracking permits.
  • Boat cruise at Mboko Camp.
  • Kayak safari from Mboko to Lango Camp.
  • Daily guided forest walks (dry), guided bai walks (wet), guided forest night drive & walk at Ngaga.
  • Community & culture interaction at Ngaga, meals, house wine, beer, spirits, drinks, limited laundry & Wifi.

Exclusions:

  • International Flights.
  • Visas.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Gratuities.
  • Permits & fees
  • Items of a personal nature.
  • Imported spirits, connoisseur wines, champagne.
  • Brazzaville accommodation and transfers (please enquire). 

For more  information view the Safari Pricing Guide (PDF) – A detailed breakdown of the safari rates, inclusions, and key details. 

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7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS

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US$14,730

LENGTH

7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS

BEST MONTHS TO VISIT

ALL YEAR

FROM

US$ 14,730

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Day 1 - Brazzaville – Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Approximate flight time 2 hours

Private flight from Brazzaville to Mboko airstrip in Odzala-Kokoua National Park (departs 1pm, Mondays & Thursdays, approx. 2-hour flight).

On arrival at the airstrip in Odzala-Kokoua you are welcomed and the adventure begins with a safari drive (2-3 hours) through the park’s savanna and rainforest to your home for the next 3 nights, Ngaga Lodge.

This evening you’ll join your guide around the fire for a conservation and gorilla track briefing to prepare you to set off on foot early in the morning in search of Western Lowland Gorillas.

Spend 3 nights at Ngaga Lodge with 2 Gorilla Tracking Permits, guided activities and all meals & drinks included.

Overnight at Ngaga Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 2 & 3 - Ndzehi Concession, Odzala-Kokoua National Park

In the Ndzehi Concession, adjoining Odzala-Kokoua, Ngaga Lodge is a focal point for world-class primate research, as well as unforgettable primate encounters. Ngaga is home to the Western Lowland Gorilla research team who has spent the past few decades in the forest navigating its trails and understanding its rhythms. You are invited to share in their knowledge and experience this intact rainforest thriving with life.

During your time at Ngaga Lodge , track Western lowland gorillas in the closed-canopy forests around the lodge (2 gorilla tracks included).

Get to know the forest and all its inhabitants by way of guided forest walks, night walks, village visits (on request), and enjoy spectacular sundowners.

Overnight at Ngaga Lodge  (Fully Inclusive)

Day 4 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Approximate road transfer time 2 hours.

Enjoy breakfast and one last venture into Ngaga’s pristine rainforest before embarking on a transfer through the park to Mboko Lodge.

After lunch, set off on kayaks down the Lekoli River on a gentle safari where you may encounter monkeys, elephants, forest buffalo, and a colorful array of birds along the river edge as you drift past and make your way to Lango Bai. Finish the journey on foot and arrive in time for a refreshing sundowner and revel in your surroundings.

Lango Lodge, situated on the edge of Lango Baï, offers one of the most arresting views of any camp in Africa, wraparound walkways and elevated chalets maximize the views.

Spend 2 nights at Lango Lodge with guided activities and all meals & drinks included.

Overnight at Lango Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 5 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Time at Lango Lodge is about getting up close with nature, walking in the footsteps of elephants on well-worn trails through streams, baïs, and forests. Get in touch with this pristine landscape by getting wet and muddy on foot, or seek drier adventures in the forests that surround the bai.

Watch flocks of green pigeons coming to roost, forest buffalo grazing, and if you are lucky encounter an elusive bongo or shy forest elephant and you may hear chimps call in the distance as you wade through the water in the baï and waterways in Lango’s mystical forests.

Today you will explore the baï, Lekoli River, and surrounding areas with guided walks through the various biomes as you set forth in the footsteps of great explorers and unearth the history and heritage of the area. Your guide will share details about the delicate ecosystem and fascinating flora and fauna as you explore on foot.

Overnight at Lango Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 6 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Set forth as the dawn breaks on an early morning walking safari followed by breakfast before you depart Lango. Follow a raised wooden walkway through the wetlands and hop on the vehicle for a game drive transfer to Mboko Lodge, situated where the forest meets the savanna.

After lunch, enjoy a forest walk or a relaxing afternoon in camp on the river deck, followed by a late afternoon river cruise. Mboko Lodge is set along the Likeni River which leads into a network of waterways with surrounding savannas; cruise the winding waterways with a new view around every bend in the river.

Spend 2 nights at Mboko Lodge with guided activities and all meals & drinks included.

Overnight at Mboko Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 7 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Mboko Lodge is the home of adventure. A combination of wide-open grasslands, gentle rivers, and towering forests provides a place of peace & adventure in equal measure. Alongside your guide, explore riverbanks and forests looking for colorful birdlife, forest elephants and buffalo, spotted hyenas, charismatic monkeys, and the shy bongo antelope and hippos found in this part of Odzala- Kokoua National Park.

At Mboko Lodge, activities are a combination of walking, boating, and kayaking through some of the Congo Basin’s most beautiful habitats. Take a dip or cool your feet in the quiet, crystal streams found at Mboko. Relax on the river deck which offers a unique vantage point to look for birds, you may also see monkeys or flutters of butterflies while you enjoy the tranquillity of the river babbling past.

Overnight at Mboko Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 8 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park - Brazzaville

Approximate flight time 2 hours

Depart after breakfast on a game drive through the savanna to Mboko airstrip. Kamba’s private plane will be waiting to fly you back to Brazzaville to connect with your international flight.

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Tour Experiences

river crossing
terrace lodge
elephant
kayaking river

Day 1 - Brazzaville – Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Approximate flight time 2 hours

Private flight from Brazzaville to Mboko airstrip in Odzala-Kokoua National Park (departs 1pm, Mondays & Thursdays, approx. 2-hour flight).

On arrival at the airstrip in Odzala-Kokoua you are welcomed and the adventure begins with a safari drive (2-3 hours) through the park’s savanna and rainforest to your home for the next 3 nights, Ngaga Lodge.

This evening you’ll join your guide around the fire for a conservation and gorilla track briefing to prepare you to set off on foot early in the morning in search of Western Lowland Gorillas.

Spend 3 nights at Ngaga Lodge with 2 Gorilla Tracking Permits, guided activities and all meals & drinks included.

Overnight at Ngaga Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 2 & 3 - Ndzehi Concession, Odzala-Kokoua National Park

In the Ndzehi Concession, adjoining Odzala-Kokoua, Ngaga Lodge is a focal point for world-class primate research, as well as unforgettable primate encounters. Ngaga is home to the Western Lowland Gorilla research team who has spent the past few decades in the forest navigating its trails and understanding its rhythms. You are invited to share in their knowledge and experience this intact rainforest thriving with life.

During your time at Ngaga Lodge , track Western lowland gorillas in the closed-canopy forests around the lodge (2 gorilla tracks included).

Get to know the forest and all its inhabitants by way of guided forest walks, night walks, village visits (on request), and enjoy spectacular sundowners.

Overnight at Ngaga Lodge  (Fully Inclusive)

Day 4 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Approximate road transfer time 2 hours.

Enjoy breakfast and one last venture into Ngaga’s pristine rainforest before embarking on a transfer through the park to Mboko Lodge.

After lunch, set off on kayaks down the Lekoli River on a gentle safari where you may encounter monkeys, elephants, forest buffalo, and a colorful array of birds along the river edge as you drift past and make your way to Lango Bai. Finish the journey on foot and arrive in time for a refreshing sundowner and revel in your surroundings.

Lango Lodge, situated on the edge of Lango Baï, offers one of the most arresting views of any camp in Africa, wraparound walkways and elevated chalets maximize the views.

Spend 2 nights at Lango Lodge with guided activities and all meals & drinks included.

Overnight at Lango Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 5 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Time at Lango Lodge is about getting up close with nature, walking in the footsteps of elephants on well-worn trails through streams, baïs, and forests. Get in touch with this pristine landscape by getting wet and muddy on foot, or seek drier adventures in the forests that surround the bai.

Watch flocks of green pigeons coming to roost, forest buffalo grazing, and if you are lucky encounter an elusive bongo or shy forest elephant and you may hear chimps call in the distance as you wade through the water in the baï and waterways in Lango’s mystical forests.

Today you will explore the baï, Lekoli River, and surrounding areas with guided walks through the various biomes as you set forth in the footsteps of great explorers and unearth the history and heritage of the area. Your guide will share details about the delicate ecosystem and fascinating flora and fauna as you explore on foot.

Overnight at Lango Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 6 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Set forth as the dawn breaks on an early morning walking safari followed by breakfast before you depart Lango. Follow a raised wooden walkway through the wetlands and hop on the vehicle for a game drive transfer to Mboko Lodge, situated where the forest meets the savanna.

After lunch, enjoy a forest walk or a relaxing afternoon in camp on the river deck, followed by a late afternoon river cruise. Mboko Lodge is set along the Likeni River which leads into a network of waterways with surrounding savannas; cruise the winding waterways with a new view around every bend in the river.

Spend 2 nights at Mboko Lodge with guided activities and all meals & drinks included.

Overnight at Mboko Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 7 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park

Mboko Lodge is the home of adventure. A combination of wide-open grasslands, gentle rivers, and towering forests provides a place of peace & adventure in equal measure. Alongside your guide, explore riverbanks and forests looking for colorful birdlife, forest elephants and buffalo, spotted hyenas, charismatic monkeys, and the shy bongo antelope and hippos found in this part of Odzala- Kokoua National Park.

At Mboko Lodge, activities are a combination of walking, boating, and kayaking through some of the Congo Basin’s most beautiful habitats. Take a dip or cool your feet in the quiet, crystal streams found at Mboko. Relax on the river deck which offers a unique vantage point to look for birds, you may also see monkeys or flutters of butterflies while you enjoy the tranquillity of the river babbling past.

Overnight at Mboko Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Day 8 - Odzala-Kokoua National Park - Brazzaville

Approximate flight time 2 hours

Depart after breakfast on a game drive through the savanna to Mboko airstrip. Kamba’s private plane will be waiting to fly you back to Brazzaville to connect with your international flight.

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Hi, I’m Rae, based on the West Coast of Canada, on beautiful Vancouver Island. I’m a passionate traveler who has explored nearly 30 countries, but it was a solo journey to Africa that truly transformed my perspective. From the moment I arrived in Botswana, I felt an undeniable connection to the continent and was inspired to spend more time experiencing its extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultures. My solo travels have since taken me through Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mauritius, South Africa, Uganda, Namibia, and Kenya, where I experienced Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps firsthand. It was during these immersive and unforgettable journeys that my passion for Africa evolved into a clear vision: to join the Gamewatchers team and help others discover the magic of safari. I’d love to connect and plan your wildest dreams! 

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My passion for travel is matched only by my dedication to sharing that passion with others. I'm here to ensure that planning your safari vacation is an enjoyable and seamless experience.

Feel free to reach out to me by email at julie@gamewatchers.com or through our toll-free telephone line at +1-877-710-3014. 

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Hello, I'm Rick, based in Ontario, Canada, with over 15 years in the travel industry and a passport filled with stamps from over 70 countries. My heart was captured by Africa during my first visit to Kenya, and since then, I've journeyed back repeatedly, exploring the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. Whether you're dreaming of a "once in a lifetime" vacation or you're a seasoned safari traveler, I'm here to assist in planning your perfect African adventure. You can contact me at rick@gamewatchers.com or give me a call at +1-877-710-3014, and together, we'll make your African dreams a reality.
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Greetings, I'm Julie Roggow, and I come to you with over two decades of immersion in the world of travel. My journey into the heart of safari adventures began as I traversed Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, capturing the essence of these mesmerizing landscapes through my lens. Among these remarkable destinations, Kenya and the Porini safari camps hold a special place in my heart. Their unique blend of wilderness and conservation resonates deeply with me. My passion for travel is matched only by my dedication to sharing that passion with others. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or embarking on your very first safari, I'm here to ensure that planning your safari vacation is an enjoyable and seamless experience. Feel free to reach out to me by email at julie@gamewatchers.com or through our toll-free telephone line at +1-877-710-3014. Let's embark on an unforgettable safari journey together, where the wild beauty of Africa awaits to enchant and inspire you.
Julie Roggow
Julie Roggow
Hi, I'm Rae, based on the West Coast of Canada, on beautiful Vancouver Island. I’m a passionate traveler who has explored nearly 30 countries, but it was a solo journey to Africa that truly transformed my perspective. From the moment I arrived in Botswana, I felt an undeniable connection to the continent and was inspired to spend more time experiencing its extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultures. My solo travels have since taken me through Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mauritius, South Africa, Uganda, Namibia, and Kenya, where I experienced Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps firsthand. It was during these immersive and unforgettable journeys that my passion for Africa evolved into a clear vision: to join the Gamewatchers team and help others discover the magic of safari. I’d love to connect and plan your wildest dreams! You can contact me at rae@gamewatchers.com
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