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Journeys

This week-long Journey brings you to all three Kamba lodges in the Odzala-Kokoua National Park area, introducing you to the various ecosystems of the Congo Basin. Two gorilla tracks at Ngaga Lodge are included.
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Odzala-Immersion
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Odzala Journey

7 Nights
Odzala-Journey

Odzala Discovery

10 Nights
Odzala-Discovery

Odzala Immersion

11 Nights
Odzala-Immersion
Note: No two Kamba experiences are the same: Our guides customize each trip according to guests’ interests, fitness levels, and imaginations, as well as outside factors like weather and wildlife behavior.
Note: No two Kamba experiences are the same: Our guides customize each trip according to guests’ interests, fitness levels, and imaginations, as well as outside factors like weather and wildlife behavior. Thus, the list of activities here is a suggested outline, not a strict itinerary.

Lodges

Region

Permits

Including

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How the Journey works

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Day 1

The first of the camps in Republic of the Congo’s portion of the Congo Basin was Ngaga Camp in the early 2000s. Ngaga was founded to the south-west of Odzala-Kokoua National Park with one of the focal research gorilla groups under the guidance of the primate research team stationed in the area.
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Day 2

The first of the camps in Republic of the Congo’s portion of the Congo Basin was Ngaga Camp in the early 2000s. Ngaga was founded to the south-west of Odzala-Kokoua National Park with one of the focal research gorilla groups under the guidance of the primate research team stationed in the area.
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Day 3

The first of the camps in Republic of the Congo’s portion of the Congo Basin was Ngaga Camp in the early 2000s. Ngaga was founded to the south-west of Odzala-Kokoua National Park with one of the focal research gorilla groups under the guidance of the primate research team stationed in the area.
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Checklist

1 Month
  • Book international flights to and from Brazzaville (BZV)
  • Ensure your passport has at least two blank pages and is valid for six months after your arrival date
  • Acquire Letter of Invitation and visa information from Kamba
  • Download Predeparture Information
  • Submit Kamba Indemnity Form
  • Download Indemnity Form
  • Book any additional excursions, such as Sapeurs tour in Brazzaville or Sangha Lodge
  • Confirm travel insurance, including cancel-for-any-reason coverage
2 - 3 Weeks
  • Confirm yellow fever vaccine (generally takes around 10 days to become effective)
  • Submit Medical Declaration Form completed and signed by your doctor
  • Download Medical Declaration Form
  • Go shopping! Be sure you have binoculars, quick-drying clothes, water shoes, and all the other clothing, gear, and camera equipment you’ll need
  • Download Kamba Packing List
  • Inform Kamba of any special dietary requirements or allergies
2 - 3 Days
    • Begin antimalarial treatment, or as recommended by your doctor
    • Ensure your total baggage weight (including hand baggage) does not exceed the 15kg (33lb.) limit
    • Withdraw enough cash to pay (or exchange) for tips, visa upon arrival fee (if applicable), and other outlays. See tipping advice below.
  • Note that only US dollar notes dated 2013 or newer, in denominations of $5 or greater, and in good condition will be accepted or exchanged. Any euro notes are fine.
Departure Day
  • Ensure you have the following items in your hand baggage for immigration:
    • Passport with at least two blank pages and valid for six months after your arrival date
    • Republic of the Congo visa
    • Yellow fever certificate
    • Two copies of Letter of Invitation
    • Required documentation for visa upon arrival, if applicable
  • Get ready for a life-changing adventure!

Activities

Photography

 
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Kayaking

 
Odzala-Discovery

Odzala Immersion

 
Odzala-Immersion

Odzala Photo Safari

 
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