Where to Stay in the Congo

The range of options for accommodation in the Republic of Congo is more limited than you will find in other safari destinations and the accommodation itself also rather more basic. Usually consisting of small lodges or camps, they are generally remote and accessed by 4x4 or a local pirogue. Facilities may be more rustic too, with forest showers and long drop toilet facilities, but we have chosen accommodation that places you in the heart of the natural attractions to ensure you get the most from your adventure. Accommodation in the Congo does provide the authentic and adventurous feel that visitors are usually looking for.

Lango Camp

Nestled into the South Central section of the Republic of Congo’s Odzala-Kokoua National Park, Lango Camp gives guests the opportunity to explore the rainforest in seclusion. Built using naturally sourced, local materials and inspired by the designs of the local Ba’Aka Pygmy Groups, the camp blends into its surroundings for minimum environmental impact. Secluded within dense gallery forest, each of the rooms overlooks the productive Lango Bai from a wrap around viewing walkway. There are just 6 rooms, each creatively designed, and inspired by the designs of the local Ba’Aka Pygmy groups, with the lightest footprint possible. Materials have been sustainably sourced, e.g. hardwood, bamboo and raffia palm for matting. These same sustainable materials have been used to construct hides at the bais where you can sit and watch for the forest wildlife. Each room has a 360 degree wrap around walkway for amazing views of the bewildering diversity found in this area of the Republic of Congo. Enjoy gorilla tracking and game drives in the savannah, pirogue rides along the river systems and forest stream walks. You can also enjoy night drives here and, of course, spend time watching the busy forest bai’s wildlife. You will need to be fit and healthy to stay here as activities can be quite strenuous.

Ngaga Camp

In the depths of a tropical marantaceae forest, on the edge of Odzala-Kokoua National Park, Ngaga Camp offers a true gorilla experience. Built from local, sustainable materials and inspired by the designs of the Ba’Aka Pygmy groups, it has been built with the lightest possible environmental impact. Each of the 6 rooms has a wrap around walkway for 360 degree views of your environment. They are designed using local, naturally sourced materials and inspired by local designs. On the deck there is a fire pit, with views to the pristine banks of the Ngaga River and evenings are usually spent sitting here swapping the stories of the day and absorbing the forest atmosphere. Explore the surrounding forests on foot and track the local population of western lowland gorillas. At night you can go for walks, hoping to track nocturnal primates such as the Central Potto.

Mboko Camp

Extending along the banks of the Lekoli River within the Odzala-Kokoua National Park, Mboko Camp is situated at an interface between tropical rainforest and lush meadow-like savannah. The open grassland is home to an abundance of flowers and butterflies, and forest buffalo and elephants are frequent visitors to the camp. Mboko also offers spectacular opportunities for star-gazing, as well as access to the villages on the outskirts of the park, where you can meet and interact with the local people. There are 10 double and two family cabins, nestled in amongst the forest which provides a feeling of privacy. The cabins are decorated in traditional safari style using sustainable materials, and each has a deck and lounge chairs from which you can relax and look out over the savannah. There is also a communal fire pit which is a great place to spend the evening as you swap stories and gaze up at the stars, while keeping an eye out for nocturnal wildlife. Explore the surrounding forest and savannah areas on foot or on a game drive, and watch out for primates, birds and elephants as you drift silently on a boat trip along the Lekoli River.