Central African Republic
Africa
The Central African Republic sits at the heart of Africa and is one of the continent's last true wildlife frontiers. Dzanga-Sangha National Park is a world-renowned site for tracking western lowland gorillas and forest elephants, and for witnessing the extraordinary Bayaka forest people. The Sangha River system and its forest biodiversity represent some of the most pristine ecosystems remaining on Earth.
15/10
80
Dec-Feb
French, Sango
Why Visit
Dzanga-Sangha is one of the best places in the world to observe forest elephants at the Dzanga Bai clearing — truly unmissable.
Must Try
1. Watch forest elephants at the Dzanga Bai clearing 2. Track western lowland gorillas in Dzanga-Sangha 3. Experience Bayaka forest culture and music
Insider Tip
The Bayaka people of Dzanga-Sangha are renowned for their extraordinary polyphonic forest music; many guides offer cultural experiences with Bayaka communities.
Must-Try Food
Gozo, Kanda, Fufu, Sangha Fish, Manioc