All camera equipment should be suitable for

humid and possibly wet environments. Lighting

conditions can be challenging in the forest;

gorilla welfare protocols prohibit flashes, and

the typical viewing distance is at least 10 m (32

ft). A macro lens is helpful for photographing

insects and plants. You will need to carry all your

own equipment. Advance clearance is required

for drones and large-scale camera equipment;

please contact us for more information.

Sunglasses & sunscreen

Binoculars (night vision a bonus)

Camera equipment

Anti-fog spray for lenses, spare batteries and

memory cards or film

Adaptors (lodges use European plugs; 500W max)

Zip-lock bags and a lightweight dry bag for

electronic equipment

Torch or flashlight (headlamp recommended)

Noise-canceling headphones (recommended

especially for flight to Odzala)

Personal toiletries (shower gel, shampoo,

conditioner, and body lotion provided)

Biodegradable sanitary products, if possible

Medication (EpiPen recommended for those

with severe allergies)

Insect repellent (tropical-grade – natural products

such as citronella are not recommended)

We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience. We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience.

As the rainforest and baï environment can be

muddy and wet, we recommend bringing enough

suitable clothing (including socks) to allow time

for laundered items to dry in the often humid

and wet conditions. Ideal clothing is quick-drying;

lightweight; dark green, khaki, or brown; and has

long sleeves or trouser legs. Black, blue, and other

dark-colored clothes are not recommended, as

they may attract tsetse flies near the water. Avoid

wearing bright colors in the forest.

2 to 3 fast-drying shirts with long sleeves

2 to 3 pairs of fast-drying long pants

Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes,

ideally lightweight and fast-drying

(not sandals or heavy boots)

Water shoes, booties, or old running shoes

(which may be left behind) for river activities

A light fleece or jumper for evenings and

early mornings

2 pairs of socks per day, preferably lightweight

and fast-drying

Sun hat

Bathing suit

Rain jacket

Casual clothes and comfortable shoes for

relaxing at the lodge

We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience. We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience.

Passport with 2 blank pages

Visa and Letter of Invitation

Yellow fever vaccination record

Cash in USD or EUR (see Currency, below)

Printed copy of travel and medical insurance,

including policy reference number, name of

insurer, name(s) of covered person(s), and

emergency contact number(s). Please also

include contact information for a friend/family

member in your home country.

We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience. We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience.

Immediately after booking

(required for Letter of Invitation):

Copy of passport (valid for six months after travel)

Copy of a valid Covid Vaccination Certificate

Copy of confirmed international flights

Within a month of booking:

Guest Details and Indemnity Form

Health Declaration Form, signed by a doctor

(required for gorilla tracking)

Prior to departure:

Copy of Republic of the Congo visa (see below)

Copy of Yellow Feve

We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience. We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience.

A visa is required to visit the Republic of the Congo.

We will provide guests with a letter of invitation,

which they then present to the nearest embassy or

consulate. This application should be submitted at

least four weeks in advance of the departure date.

If guests are unable to obtain a visa in advance,

we can, with proper notice, arrange for a visa upon

arrival to be issued at the airport in Brazzaville.

We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience. We strive to make your visit to the Congo as seamless as possible. The information on this page will help you plan your trip, arrive well prepared, and answer any questions you might have about the Kamba experience.