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Peat & Swamp Forests
Cuvette Centrale Peat Swamps
Équateur, Tshuapa, Mongala Tropical peat swamp forest
About This Forest
The Cuvette Centrale peatlands are the world's largest tropical peatland complex, storing an estimated 30 billion tonnes of carbon—equivalent to 20 years of U.S. fossil fuel emissions. This climate-critical ecosystem is a global priority for conservation.
Key Highlights
World's largest tropical peatland
30 billion tonnes carbon storage
Global climate significance
Pristine wilderness
Scientific frontier
Wildlife & Biodiversity
Forest elephants Bonobos Dwarf crocodile Endemic fish Swamp birds
Activities & Experiences
Research expeditions
Carbon science tours
Peatland ecology
Remote wilderness camping
Conservation photography
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
December–February (lowest water)
Location
0.5000°, 19.0000°