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Lowland & Core Rainforests
Tshuapa Forests
Tshuapa Tropical lowland rainforest with peat swamps
About This Forest
The Tshuapa Forests form a vast, remote wilderness in the heart of the Congo Basin. These forests are globally significant for bonobo conservation and contain some of the world's largest remaining intact tropical peatlands, storing billions of tons of carbon.
Key Highlights
Bonobo heartland
Tropical peatlands
Pristine wilderness
Salonga connection
Climate-critical carbon stores
Wildlife & Biodiversity
Bonobos Forest elephants Congo peacock Dwarf crocodile Giant pangolin
Activities & Experiences
Bonobo research expeditions
Peatland ecology tours
Remote wilderness camping
Scientific research
Conservation photography
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
June–September, December–February
Location
-1.0000°, 22.5000°