The unique wildlife of the Odzala bais

Several species endemic to Congo

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Congo Brazzaville

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À partir de 15 ans

Recommended physical condition

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À vivre

Spotting an animal in the tropical rainforest of Odzala-Kokoua National Park can prove more difficult than expected, given the density of the vegetation. The skills of an experienced guide, familiar with the behaviour and sounds of the local wildlife, are therefore invaluable.

At Odzala, visitors may encounter African forest elephants, less well known than their savannah counterparts, including the famous “bulls” — the males, whose tusks sometimes nearly touch the ground. Forest buffalo can also be seen, along with various antelope species (bongo, sitatunga, duikers), red river hogs and water chevrotains (also known as fanged deer). Hippopotamuses, more shy, are rare.

Western lowland gorillas are not the only primates observed at Odzala. Other monkeys swing through the trees, such as the striking Colobus guereza, the white-cheeked mangabey, the moustached monkey and others. Central chimpanzees can also occasionally be spotted.

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Past valleys, forests, marshes and mangroves, the Lekoli River winds its way through Odzala-Kokoua National Park. Drifting slowly downstream, one feels almost insignificant, especially when passing through a mangrove whose treetops rise far above the kayak. Among the leaves, one can sometimes make out a few primates and birds, such as forest ducks or local kingfishers.

Giants, so discreet

In the wild Odzala region, the adventure begins at dawn. Accompanied by an expert tracker, you set off on foot, silently, following the trail of forest elephants. Smaller than their savannah cousins, these discreet giants slip between the trees, leaving deep footprints, stripped bark, and secret paths. Walking in their wake means entering an intact, humid, vibrant world. The forest ...

Western lowland gorilla trek

Tracking and observing our distant cousins

The work of researchers Magdalena Bermejo and Germán Illera has enabled two western lowland gorilla families within Odzala-Kokoua National Park to become habituated to human presence, making observation possible. To approach our distant cousins, visitors, accompanied by a guide and a tracker, set out from their camp and follow the network of forest trails in search of the ...

The unique wildlife of the Odzala bais

Several species endemic to Congo

To design your tailor-made journey au Congo Brazzaville, consultez-nous

À vivre

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