Democratic Republic of Congo
Africa
The Democratic Republic of Congo is home to the world's second-largest tropical rainforest and extraordinary biodiversity, including mountain gorillas, okapis, and bonobos. The Congo River is the world's deepest river, and the country's vast size encompasses incredible landscapes from volcanic mountains to jungle-covered plateaux. For the most adventurous wildlife travellers, the DRC offers experiences found nowhere else on Earth.
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Jun-Sep
French
Why Visit
The DRC is one of only two countries where you can track endangered mountain gorillas in the wild — Virunga National Park is extraordinary.
Must Try
1. Trek to see mountain gorillas in Virunga 2. Climb the active Nyiragongo Volcano 3. Meet bonobos at the Lola ya Bonobo sanctuary
Insider Tip
Virunga National Park in eastern DRC is Africa's oldest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site; travel with authorised guides only.
Must-Try Food
Moambe, Fufu, Pondu, Makemba, Liboke