Congo · Primate Tours

4-Day Primate and Hiking Tour in Congo with Tchimpounga Sanctuary

4 Days Round trip from P7FF+5JR Hard pace

Endangered Gabon Gorilla in Republic of Congo

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Lesio Louna for gorilla feeding and hippo viewing
02 Hike Mount Lpopi and enjoy lunch at the summit
03 Explore the dramatic landscapes of the Diosso Gorges and Makola salt glazers
04 Tour the Tchimpounga Chimps Sanctuary for an up-close primate experience
05 Relax at Mvassa Beach and enjoy a seaside meal

Embark on a thrilling wildlife adventure in Congo, from Brazzaville to Pointe-Noire, with close encounters with gorillas, hippos, and chimpanzees. Hike Mount Lpopi and the Diosso Gorges to take in scenic natural landscapes, then continue to the Tchimpounga Chimps Sanctuary to discover Congo's remarkable primate life. Along the way, enjoy local cuisine and coastal moments at Mvassa Beach for a well-rounded nature and wildlife experience.

Embark on a thrilling wildlife adventure in Congo, from Brazzaville to Pointe-Noire, with close encounters with gorillas, hippos, and chimpanzees.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Brazzaville, Pointe Noire

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Brazzaville

Transfer from the airport to the hotel (Hotel Amaritsah).
Dinner at Hippocampe Restaurant, with the possibility of a Brazzaville city tour depending on the arrival time.

Day 02

Lesio Louna, Gorilla Feeding and Mount Lpopi

7:00: Departure for the Lesio Louna tour.
10:00: Arrival and gorilla feeding.
11:00: Hippo viewing.
12:00: Hike on Mount Lpopi and lunch at the top.
14:00: Return to the camp.
17:00: Arrival in Brazzaville and time to change clothes.
18:30: Dinner at Terminalia Restaurant with a view of the Congo River, then end of the day.

Day 03

Pointe-Noire, Diosso Gorges and Makola Salt Glazers

8:30: Breakfast at the hotel.
9:30: Airport transfer.
10:30: Flight to Pointe-Noire.
11:30: Arrival and hotel check-in at Hotel Palm Beach on the edge of the ocean.
12:30: Departure for the Diosso Gorges.
13:30: Arrival and hiking in the Diosso Gorges.
15:00: Departure for the Makola salt glazers, with a quick stop for lunch.
16:30: Discover the Makola salt glazers.
17:30: Departure from the salt glazers.
18:30: Arrival in Pointe-Noire and time to change clothes.
19:30: Dinner at Kwiza Restaurant on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, then end of the day.

Day 04

Tchimpounga Chimps Sanctuary and Mvassa Beach

7:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
7:30: Departure for the Tchimpounga Chimps Sanctuary.
8:30: Arrival and beginning of the chimpanzee tour.
13:00: Return to Pointe-Noire and hotel check-out.
13:30: Departure for a visit to Mvassa Beach.
15:00: Meal at Mvassa Beach.
16:00: Departure for the airport.
17:30: Check-in at the airport.
19:00: Flight to Brazzaville.
20:00: Arrival and hotel check-in.
20:30: Dinner at Mami Wata Restaurant and end of the tour.

Departure day (Monday).

Where this trip takes you

Lesio Louna gorilla camp, Mount Lpopi summit, Diosso Gorges cliffs, Tchimpounga Chimps Sanctuary

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Mineral water
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transportation
Flight tickets
Entrance fees
Activities (gorillas and chimps)
Hotel (Amaritsah in Brazzaville and Palm Beach Hotel in Pointe-Noire)
Guiding fees

What's Not Included

No smoking tour

What to bring

Hat
Sun cream

Know before you go

From gorillas to chimpanzees, come and discover what the Congo has to offer in terms of primates. Enjoy unique experiences to understand and tame man's best friends.

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